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212: Unlocking H-1B Potential: Key Facts You Need to Know for 2025 and Beyond by Sophie Alcorn
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The H-1B visa serves as a vital pathway for global talent in specialty occupations, driving innovation and economic growth in the United States. In this episode, Sophie explains the essential requirements for both employers and employees, clarifying the numerical cap, lottery system, and special exemptions for universities and research organizations. She provides insights into the application timeline, visa duration, and extension possibilities, particularly for workers navigating long green card wait times. Sophie also highlights how H-1B professionals play a key role in complementing the U.S. workforce in STEM fields, addressing the growing need for skilled expertise.
Sophie Alcorn is a leading immigration attorney and the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley. With a focus on helping tech startups and international talent, she specializes in guiding clients through the complexities of U.S. immigration law to obtain visas and green cards.
Sophie is a Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law and has been a regular contributor to TechCrunch’s "Ask Sophie" column, where she shared valuable insights on immigration issues. She is also the host of "The Sophie Alcorn Podcast", providing essential information for entrepreneurs navigating immigration challenges.
With a commitment to empowering individuals and families, Sophie actively participates in mentoring and advocacy, ensuring that her clients can achieve their dreams in the U.S.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:- H-1B visa as a gateway for global talent and its impact on U.S. innovation and economic growth
- Key requirements for employers and employees, including the numerical cap and lottery system
- Modernization of the H-1B process for 2025, including streamlined applications and enhanced compliance
- Opportunities for startup founders and entrepreneurs under the new H-1B modernization rule
- Enhanced pathways and flexibility for F-1 students transitioning to H-1B status
- Importance of H-1B workers in complementing U.S. STEM workforce and addressing skill shortages
- Challenges and complexities in navigating the H-1B system and the need for early preparation
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Manage episode 463545720 series 2794947
The H-1B visa serves as a vital pathway for global talent in specialty occupations, driving innovation and economic growth in the United States. In this episode, Sophie explains the essential requirements for both employers and employees, clarifying the numerical cap, lottery system, and special exemptions for universities and research organizations. She provides insights into the application timeline, visa duration, and extension possibilities, particularly for workers navigating long green card wait times. Sophie also highlights how H-1B professionals play a key role in complementing the U.S. workforce in STEM fields, addressing the growing need for skilled expertise.
Sophie Alcorn is a leading immigration attorney and the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley. With a focus on helping tech startups and international talent, she specializes in guiding clients through the complexities of U.S. immigration law to obtain visas and green cards.
Sophie is a Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law and has been a regular contributor to TechCrunch’s "Ask Sophie" column, where she shared valuable insights on immigration issues. She is also the host of "The Sophie Alcorn Podcast", providing essential information for entrepreneurs navigating immigration challenges.
With a commitment to empowering individuals and families, Sophie actively participates in mentoring and advocacy, ensuring that her clients can achieve their dreams in the U.S.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:- H-1B visa as a gateway for global talent and its impact on U.S. innovation and economic growth
- Key requirements for employers and employees, including the numerical cap and lottery system
- Modernization of the H-1B process for 2025, including streamlined applications and enhanced compliance
- Opportunities for startup founders and entrepreneurs under the new H-1B modernization rule
- Enhanced pathways and flexibility for F-1 students transitioning to H-1B status
- Importance of H-1B workers in complementing U.S. STEM workforce and addressing skill shortages
- Challenges and complexities in navigating the H-1B system and the need for early preparation
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
Supporting Resources:Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiealcorn/
Website - https://sophiealcorn.com/
Alcorn Immigration Law:Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter
Sophie Alcorn Podcast:
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