FAQ

Q76 OPT/STEM OPT 1,353

Can I work for a startup on OPT?

Yes, you can work for a startup on OPT if:Startup is a legitimate business (registered, has EIN)Job is related to your d...

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Q77 Employer 717

What should I do if my employer doesn't want to sponsor H-1B?

If your employer won't sponsor H-1B:Discuss benefits of H-1B sponsorship (long-term employee, no need to worry about OPT...

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Q78 Employer 1,496

Can my employer fire me while my H-1B is pending?

Yes, employers can terminate employment at any time. However:If H-1B is approved but not yet started, you may lose the H...

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Q79 H-1B Visa 1,408

What is the H-1B prevailing wage requirement?

📋 Summary:H-1B employers must pay the "prevailing wage" - the average wage for that occupation in that geographic are...

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Q80 Employer 1,903

Can I negotiate my H-1B salary?

Yes, you can negotiate H-1B salary, but:Must meet prevailing wage requirement (minimum)Negotiate before LCA is filed (ea...

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Q81 Employer 522

What happens if my employer doesn't pay the prevailing wage?

If employer doesn't pay prevailing wage:Violates H-1B regulations and LCA termsYou can file complaint with Department of...

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Q82 H-1B Visa 842

Can I work for multiple employers on H-1B?

📋 Summary:Yes, you can work for multiple employers on H-1B, but each employer must file a separate H-1B petition for...

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Q83 Employer 1,462

What is an H-1B dependent employer?

H-1B dependent employer is one where:15% or more of workforce are H-1B workers (for employers with 50+ employees)Higher...

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Q84 Employer 1,456

Can my employer make me pay H-1B fees?

No, employer cannot make you pay certain H-1B fees:Employer must pay: ACWIA fee, fraud prevention fee, public law feeYou...

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Q85 Employer 1,294

What is the H-1B portability rule?

H-1B portability allows you to:Start working for new employer once new H-1B petition is filedDon't need to wait for appr...

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Q86 Employer 979

Can I work remotely for an employer in another state on H-1B?

Yes, but employer must file LCA for your work location:If you work from home office, LCA must cover that locationIf you...

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Q87 Employer 1,380

What happens if my employer goes out of business?

If employer goes out of business:Your H-1B status is immediately terminatedYou have 60-day grace period to find new empl...

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Q88 Employer 1,041

Can my employer reduce my salary on H-1B?

Salary reduction is generally not allowed on H-1B:Must maintain prevailing wage or actual wageReduction below prevailing...

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Q89 Employer 1,736

What is the difference between H-1B and H-1B1?

H-1B:For specialty occupation workersSubject to annual cap (85,000)Available to all countries6-year limit (extendable wi...

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Q90 Employer 1,862

Can I work as a contractor on H-1B?

Yes, but with important considerations:H-1B employer must be your employer of recordEmployer must have employer-employee...

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