| Frequently Asked Questions |
Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro.
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What are the main requirements for an H-1B1 visa for Chileans? |
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The main requirements for an H-1B1 visa for Chileans are: |
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You must be a citizen or national of Chile. |
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The position in the US must be a “specialty occupation;” that is, it must require the theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge. Some examples of specialty occupations are jobs in the fields of engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, computer sciences, medicine and health care, education, biotechnology, and business specialties such as management and human resources. |
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You must have a post-secondary degree involving at least four year of study in your field of specialization (although there are some exceptions to this requirement). Please note also that even if you do not possess a post-secondary degree, you may be able to qualify under the rules for equivalent work experience. |
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You cannot be self-employed or an independent contractor. |
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The period of employment in the US must be temporary, so you must demonstrate nonimmigrant intent. |
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Can I be self-employed or be an independent contractor on an H-1B1 Visa? |
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No. The H-1B1 visa requires that you have a US employer. You cannot be self-employed or be an independent contractor. |
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What are the benefits of H-1B1 visa? |
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The benefits of H-1B1 visa include: |
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The H-1B1 is a multiple entry visa. |
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Your employer does not have to file a petition with the USCIS and receive approval before you can apply for your visa at a US consulate. |
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The process to apply for the H-1B1 visa is relatively simple. You will usually receive your visa within a week (or less) after your interview with the US Consulate. |
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What are the limitations of an H-1B1 visa? |
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The limitations of the H-1B1 visa include: |
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The H-1B1 visa is only valid in one-year increments. |
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The H-1B1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa and you must prove that you do not intend to reside permanently in the US. |
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H-1B1 beneficiaries may not pursue extensions of their H-1B1 visa status if they are filing for, or have filed for, permanent residence in the US. However this does not prevent Singaporean and Chilean nationals from seeking regular H-1B status while pursuing permanent residence. |
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What is the validity period of H-1B1 visa? |
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H-1B1 visas are only valid for 18 months. |
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