H-1B visas are a type of work visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations. The H-1B visa program has a cap of 85,000 visas per year, and the demand for these visas is typically high. As a result, many companies begin the process of applying for H-1B visas several months in advance of the April 1st application deadline.
The H-1B visa application process is complex and time-consuming, and it is important to start the process early. The first step is to determine whether the position you are seeking to fill qualifies as a specialty occupation. The Department of Labor (DOL) has a list of occupations that qualify as specialty occupations, and it is important to check this list before proceeding with the application process.