Can postdoc apply for H1B visa?

International postdocs may work in the US with either J1 the exchange scholars visa or H1B the foreign workers visa. From my (Gao Wang) personal experience, J1 visa may be a better option, especially for those who have never worked in the US before the upcoming postdoc appointment.

Can a J1 visa holder change jobs?

Simply put, as long as you keep on doing the same field of work (eg. software engineering) and the change is fine for CIEE, your current employer, and to-be employer, then you can change your host company.

How can I change my J1 visa status?

To change your status to J-1 student status while remaining in the U.S., you must submit an application to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This process may take 3-6 months or longer, so plan accordingly. ISPO recommends that you start this process at least 6 months before your current status expires.

Which visa is better J-1 or H1B?

The J1 visa is the best option for pursuing a fellowship if one is interested in having broader options to apply (most programs do not offer H1b visa but do accept J1) and the benefit of getting a permanent residency status is not an important objective – or if the applicant is sure to be willing to pursue a waiver …

Can I apply for J-1 and H1B at the same time?

1 attorney answer That’s fine – you can apply for both.

What Visa does a postdoc in USA?

J-1 visas
International postdocs are sponsored on J-1 visas. Prospective postdocs in the U.S. on student visas may be appointed as postdocs for the period of their EAD card validity during their post-completion F-1 OPT.

What visa do you need for postdoc in USA?

The most common types of visas for incoming postdoc employees are the J-1 exchange visa, the H1-B employee visa, or the OPT extension on the F-1 visa for postdocs who were graduate student in the United States and can continue on their student visa for the practical training period.

Can J1 visa be converted?

Can a J1 Visa Holder Change Their Visa Status? Generally, a J1 visa holder can change their status, provided all the requirements are met. Your unique situation and your efforts will, however, determine your success. The biggest obstacle you might face is the two-year foreign residency requirement.

How can I transfer my J1 visa to H1B?

To transfer your J1 visa to an H1B visa: You must obtain a job offer from a US employer before you can apply. You must go through the H1B visa application process. Firstly, your employer must submit a Labor Condition Application (form ETA-9035) to the United States Department of Labour to be certified.

What are the benefits of a J1 to H1B change of status?

Here are some more benefits of a J1 to H1B or J1 to F1 change of status. A J1 visa completes as soon as your visitor or exchange program has ended. Your J1 visa has a grace period upon the completion of your program. The grace period usually lasts for 30 days which will give you time to return home.

How do I change my visa status to H-1B?

In order to make the switch from any nonimmigrant visa status to the H-1B, you will essentially have to start the H-1B process from square one. This will require finding an employer to sponsor you and having them enter your petition into the annual H-1B lottery if that employer is subject to the cap.

What is the difference between J-1 and H-1B?

J-1 to H-1B Visa. The J-1 and H-1B visas are both temporary nonimmigrant visas that allow foreign nationals to live and work in the U.S. However, their similarities end there. The J-1 is based on programs while the H-1B uses employers as sponsors.