The H-1B filing season for the 2012 cap year has started. The first day to file for an October 1, 2011 start date is April 1, 2011. Since the proposed registration has not yet been implemented, we are still filing based on the same system.
Last year the H1B quota was not used up in April and visas remained available until just a few weeks ago in late January. I doubt the cap will be hit this year on the first day or any time during the first month but believe that it’s better to play it safe at least in regard to the cases you know about.
Therefore, employers wishing to file for employees should prepare to do so now, because we can never foresee in advance how fast the quota will move and how many numbers will be used. Since these petitions cannot be filed immediately any more (they require a certified LCA to be filed), all steps must be completed prior to filing.
If you are interested in filing an H-1B petition or would like additional information, please visit our office webpage at: http://www.visalaw.com/atlanta.html or email me at kweinstock@visalaw.com.
For our doctor or physician clients, please check out our new site: http://www.physiciansimmigration.com.
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