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News:

New I-94 Procedure
Starting April 30, 2013, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will begin implementing a paperless I-94 procedure at U.S. air and sea ports of entry.

EB immigrant visa availability
U.S. Department of State's monthly Visa Bulletin

Information for H-1B Employees

The H-1B nonimmigrant classification is for individuals who are temporarily employed in the U.S. in specialty occupations. As the employer, UH files H-1B petitions on behalf of eligible employees with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Individuals may not self-petition for H-1B classification.

Obtaining H-1B Status

STEP 1: Acceptance of a UH job offer

STEP 2: Determination of H-1B eligibility

STEP 3: Preparation of the H-1B petition

STEP 4: USCIS processing

STEP 5: Entering U.S. in H-1B status (if outside U.S.)

H-4 Dependents

H-4 eligibility

Obtaining H-4 status

H-4 extensions

Employment prohibited for H-4 dependents

Study permitted for H-4 dependents

Maintaining H-1B Status

H-1B duration

H-1B extensions

Changes to H-1B employment

Reporting changes of home address to USCIS

Dual intent

Travel abroad & reentry to the U.S.

Part-time H-1B employment

Ending Your UH H-1B Employment or Status

Resignation (voluntary termination)

Dismissal (involuntary termination)

Lawful permanent residence

GENERAL DISCLAIMER: The content in this website is solely for use by University of Hawaii (UH) personnel. This website contains information that is both specific to UH and general. This information does not constitute legal advice and should not be used as the sole source for making decisions that may affect an individual’s legal status in the United States. UH makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, about the content of this website, including links to external sites. Users of this website assume the risk that information may be outdated or inaccurate. If any specific concerns arise, you should first consult with FSIS staff. If the issue is outside the scope of UH-sponsored employment-based immigration classifications, you may need to consult with an immigration attorney.

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		GENERAL DISCLAIMER: The content in this website is solely for use by University of Hawaii (UH) personnel. This website contains information that is both specific to UH and general. This information does not constitute legal advice and should not be used as the sole source for making decisions that may affect an individual’s legal status in the United States. UH makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, about the content of this website, including links to external sites. Users of this website assume the risk that information may be outdated or inaccurate. If any specific concerns arise, you should first consult with FSIS staff. If the issue is outside the scope of UH-sponsored employment-based immigration classifications, you may need to consult with an immigration attorney.