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H1B Visa 2015 – Frequently Asked Questions – Updates

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Updated : Dec 9, 2014 (H1B 2016 FAQs )

H1B Visa 2015 season is over. Check below for H1B Visa 2016 Season.

Applying for H1B Visa 2016 ? Did you miss FY 2015 lottery ?

Check out -> H1B Visa 2016 – Start Info, Sponsos, Fees, News , FAQs 

Flash News Update  : 

  • May 5th : USCIS announced today that data entry of all FY15 H-1B cap petitions has been completed. USCIS will now begin returning all H-1B cap petitions that were not selected in the lottery. They have announced it on their twitter and facebook pages.
  • April 18th : USCIS announced that they will begin H1B FY 2015 premium processing from April 28th, 2014. Previously they announced that they will begin, ‘no later than April 28th’. They just clarified that. You can read on USCIS website  
  • April 11th : USCIS announced that it received about 172,500 petitions for the H1B Visa 2015 Quota. Read USCIS : 172,500 Received – H1B Lottery Summary 
  • April 7th :  USCIS H1B Visa 2015 Cap Reached on April 7th. 

H1B Visa 2015 – Latest News Updates , Articles 

Looking for H1B Cap Daily Updates ?  Check  H1B Visa 2015 Cap count Updates Page 

Frequently Asked Questions about H1B Visa FY 2015 

When will H1B Visa 2015 Season Begin ?

USCIS accepted H1B Visa 2015 applications from April 1st, 2014. They had the window open for 5 working days. USCIS stopped accepting H1B Petitions for FY 2015 from Monday April 7th as more applications were received than the required cap of 85,000 petitions.

What would be the Cap count for H1B Visa 2015 quota ?

No changes to the H1B Cap for FY15, the immigration reform discussions did not go through, the cap limit remained same as last year.

  • Regular H1B Quota : 65,000
  • Masters H1B Quota : 20,000
  • It is to be noted that 6,800 visas every year are set aside for Singapore and Chile Free trade agreement filings, which is called as H1B1 program.

Would there be lottery for H1B Visa 2015 ?

We had H1B visa Lottery for fiscal year 2014. USCIS received about 172,500 petitions for FY 2015 . Our predictions were right, you can read the article H1B Visa 2015 Lottery Prediction analysis 

How soon should I start planning for H1B Visa 2015 ?

[ Updated : H1B Sesaon is over for FY 15, plan for next year FY 2016 ] Well, there is nothing like too early… Getting a good H1B Sponsor can be a challenge these days. You need to find a job that fits your profile and find a sponsor that has a job for you.  Some employers want to test out the capabilities of the candidate before they plan to sponsor H1B Visa. Typically, they would like students with masters from US work for them on internship or co-op.  If they like the candidate then they will sponsor H1B visa.  If you are planning to land in US from overseas countries like India, it could be even challenging to find a good sponsor. Maybe you would need to work with global IT services companies and make your way up. It can involve lot of internal process to get the process initiated… You are never early…. Read Step by Step Plan to Apply for H1B 2015 

How do I find Sponsors for H1B visa 2015 ?

This is probably the most asked question.  It can be a challenge to find a good sponsor. We have written quite a few articles on this topic. The fundamental concept of finding a good employer does not change.  You can use our H1B Visa Sponsors Database  and search for sponsors in a city or zip code. Check out the above links under 2015 latest news and updates for the current year’s article to find sponsors. You can also, read our last year’s article :  How to find H1B Visa sponsors, avoid fraud 

What would be the H1B Filing fee for Fiscal year 2015 ? 

There has not been any changes in the filing fee for the past couple of years. It did not change for fiscal year 2014.  The  H1B Visa 2015 filing fee can range anywhere from  $1,575 to $4,325  based on the size of the company (number of employees ). Also, the attorney fee can range from $700 to $3000. If you go for premium processing again that is $1225.  You can check out the detail break up of fee at : H1B Visa Filing Fee Details – Who Pays for What ?  

H1B Visa Immigration Reform – CIR – Proposed Changes ? The comprehensive immigration reform has not passed yet.  But, lets say, if it gets passed, the below changes may happen.

  • Annual H1B Cap will be increased from 65,000 per year to 110,000. If exteme demand, it can go up to a maximum of 180,000.
  • The H1B quota for STEM degree holders from American Schools will increase from 20,000 to 25,000
  • H1B Visa fees can up to USD $10,000.
  • More stringent rules on H1B visa adjudication.
  • Mandatory LCA posting on DOL website for at least 30 days, before it is certified.

You can read Summary of CIR – Immigration reform – H1B Visa and Green Card  . We will keep you posted with updates on CIR and H1B visa changes for this year, if any. Did I miss anything ?  Do you have any other questions ?

Note :  Some of the below comments about H1B Sponsors are negative.  Please be aware that these are comments added by individuals of companies, competitors and many others that may hate such companies. We do NOT vouch for any of the comments made as they are not made by us.

Under federal law (Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act), our Blog RedBus2US.com is NOT legally liable or responsible for information posted by public, general users or third parties that contains remarks that are defamatory for a company or individual.

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  4. CA is already done with all the receipts and only VT is still printing ! In fact, both CA and VT started approving PPs since Monday.

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  6. Is there any-way to know the name of the candidate from by entering random receipt number on USCS sight? if so how to know the name.
    Seems my employer got the status (of few people) but not informing to us, as they seems waiting for more people status update.

    Pls let me know, if any way to know the name..so that I can run a automation script on USCS sight by entering Randomreciept numbers to get my name.
    Oops…am I thinking too-much techi her 🙂

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  8. Hey Admin,

    Please fix the issue, it not showing current comment.

    So much irritated with this along with our petition issue.

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  10. Hi, Any capgemini guys from Fragomen who got the reciept? I believe one person got on 26th, but any information after that? Also non fragomen guys, pls keep us posted

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  11. Any hope left for Non AD & RP from CA?
    Do they still generating receipts for the same?
    Any body left in the boat with me?

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  13. Hello Everyone,
    My Employer in India processing H1b this time and I guess it should be regular. Can somebody tell me whether it will VT or CA. We are not given any info on that after processing.. I am working in India now and never been to US.

    Thanks

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  17. Latest VT # EAC1414851016…. Its too early for the day and they processed about 1000+ applications. Seems like VT is working superfast for past 3 days…

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  20. Hey guys,

    Just got word that my H1b application has been approved and processed! I’m so happy right now! Thanks to this blog for keeping me sane during this month. And best of luck to everyone else.

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  22. Any body still getting receipts for Non AD and Regular from CA?
    Is there any hope still left even though cheques are not encashed till now?

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    • If the petition validity is expired. You can apply under Non-Cap again for renewal through a new employer. You will not come again under Cap for lottery. Please check with lawyer or a firm who can do it for you.

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      • That’s correct.

        I just checked with immigration law.

        Look at the approval notice (I-797). You will see an expiry (end) date there. H1B CAP is valid for 6 year, not the petition. Meaning, any employer can use the same CAP to file an H1B petition and keep extending it until you reach 6 years. You can also transfer to another employer using the same CAP. Only benefit here is that you don’t have to go through the quota again until you reach the 6 year limit.

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    • H1 selected in 2008,

      I am also in same boat, mine one is selected in lottery and USCIS sent RFE to my employer ,still my employer didn’t replied for RFE …its still pending.
      employer is no more in business and employer is closed his company.

      I dontwhat to do ?

      apprecite ur inputs

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      • Very Critical situation it seems.

        I advice please check with some attorney/immigration law firm as your case as lot many legal concerns.

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        • In 2008, I applied for h1b through Company “X” and got selected in lottery, however, didn’t proceed further after that(didn’t attend visa stamping etc.)

          Now, I applied through company “Y” and waiting for lottery results.

          I’m in Non-AD/RP/Vermont.

          I haven’t mentioned company “Y” about my previous approval of previous h1b lottery in 2009.
          “Post Decision Activity
          On February 12, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129 PETITION FOR A NONIMMIGRANT WORKER.”

          Please suggest me, if I mention this to company “Y” helps me to Non-Cap Exempt.

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          • As far as i know you can get cap-exempt for 6 years of your visa approval from USCIS.

            After that you have to go through cap/lottery.

            You should have to mention your employer/attorney regarding this.

            They might done something!!
            Just check with your attorney.

  25. Mine is RP/Non AD/CA. I lost the hope. Till now cheque was not en cashed.
    I think it’s all done from CA.

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  26. hi I have a question..my employer said he will notify me when check is cashed..so when usually it happens..at the time of sending receipts or few days before..realy hoping for the best .I am NON AD/RP/Vermont..PLEASE answer

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  27. Mine is RP/Non AD/CA. I lost the hope. Till now cheque was not en cashed.
    I think it’s all done from CA.

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  28. hi I have a question..my employer said he will notify me when check is cashed..so when usually it happens..at the time of sending receipts or few days before…I am NON AD/RP/Vermont..PLEASE answer

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    • WOW!!!

      So Long it took to reach. It was generated on April20th.
      Almost 10 days to reach.

      Thanks for the info dude. I am also waiting for the same!!!

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  37. I received a receipt on April 11 EAC series 14132xxxx. I can track online but the status says acceptance for 20 days now. I am AD/PP/VT.

    is anyone in the 14132xxx series or 14131xxx series able to see any change in their status. Been a while now…

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  38. Yesterday my eemployer informed that i have been selexted in lottery.i applied as non ad/rp/ca..

    Can somebody tel me the next steps

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    • Did you got receipt number?
      If yes, paste back here with out last 4 digits.
      If you have receipt number you can check the case status in uscis case status tracker.(search in google)

      Your petition should approved by USCIS, you can check the status.

      Once it is approved, then you are good to go for stamping and then fly to US.

      Please post back the receipt number.

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  41. Non AD/ RP.. Got selected in lottery.. BTW can anyone change their employer when the lottery has been selected with a different employer? or do we need to be stamped first and within US to doa Hib transfer?

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    • Not required to be IN US.

      Not sure about stamping, i guess you should go for stamping at least.

      After that you can transfer to new employer and they will H1b again with CAP-EXEMPT (no lottery)

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  43. My Employer informed me yesterday that the cheques are cleared and i am in . Good Luck everyone guyz and don’t loose your hopes as the receipts were received till May end last year

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  44. Admin,

    We see lot of times the cache issue/sometime it won’t show recent comments.

    Please make a necessary permanent fix for this!!

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  45. NON-AD/RP April 30, 2014 at 1:22 am

    WAC(California) center is done with receipts updating/generating for H1B cap guys.

    Yesterday only 4 receipts generated(AD/NON-AD/RP) related to the cap, remaining all are cap exempt.

    Sit Tight, all are on the way if any one waiting(including me).

    May 2nd week on wards prepare for the worst.

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  46. Guys, that make sense. Think that 175.000 have applied to 85.000 visas, that means they will be more people without it than with the visa. Good luck next time to all, I hope the americans will change such a crazy system.

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  47. WAC(California) center is done with receipts updating/generating for H1B cap guys.

    Yesterday only 4 receipts generated(AD/NON-AD/RP) related to the cap, remaining all are cap exempt.

    Sit Tight, all are on the way if any one waiting(including me).

    May 2nd week on wards prepare for the worst

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  50. Hi

    I heard for csc some members are selected lottery,Any updates will be helpful.

    Its really frustating to wait so long.

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