The H-1B classification is a nonimmigrant work status that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers with this work permit for specialty jobs that require a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a specialized field of knowledge.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
- Eligible for specific employment with a specific employer during the effective dates of the approval, and only in the position and at the salary approved.
- May be full-time or part-time
- Usually requires baccalaureate degree or higher
- Special USCIS approval required to take a new position or change to a new employer
- Employment may continue in certain instances pending USCIS approval of a timely request for extension of stay
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
- UNL Foreign National Data Form
- Copy of Passport
- Copy of Visa
- Form I-797, Notice of Action (showing validity period)
- Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record
RESIDENCE STATUS (IT0094)
A (Alien)
EMPLOYEE GROUP (IT0000 ACTIONS)
A (Active)
FICA (IT0235)
Must always pay FICA.
FEDERAL/STATE TAXES (IT0210)
Subject to federal and state taxes after meeting Substantial Presence Test for tax year, unless covered by treaty.