H-1B Visa 2017 – Cap, Lottery Predictions, Fees, News

If you are planing to apply for H-1B visa for FY 2017, Here is the detailed guide for you!

Obviously, whosoever planning to make a career in the US or those already studying in the US would be looking forward for H-1B visa 2017. If you are one of them, then today’s article will be of great significance to you. Let’s see what updates H-1B 2017 has.  

When is H-1B 2017 visa applications going to start?

Well, applications would be available from April 1st 2016. USCIS will start accepting petitions from 1st April, 2016 for the next fiscal year i.e. from October 1st  2016 to September 30th  2017. So it is clear that any petition which will be filed after 1st April, 2016 is for H-1B visa 2017 commencing from October 1st, 2016.

All the rejected applications filed last year will get an opportunity to apply again for FY 2017 after April 1st, 2016, says USCIS in a notice.

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What is H-1B 2017 Cap and H-1B visa 2017 numbers? Masters vs Regulars

I guess everyone knows about H1B visa cap but if you are new to this, I would suggest you read about it in detail first.

In simple language, H-1B cap is the maximum number of applications which will be accepted by USCIS in one year and it is authorized by Congress. Take a look on the number of quotas for this fiscal year 2017:

  • For regular H-1B cap, 65,000 applications can be filed.
  • For US master degree holders – 20,000
  • 6800 applications have been reserved for Singapore and Chile citizens in the above 85k. 

Can FY 2017 lottery be expected again? What is H-1B visa 2017 Prediction?

As of now, if we look at the trend of H-1B in previous three years, It is clear that we will be heading for One more lottery for FY 2017 !! Looking at the FY 2016, a total of 233,000 applications were filed.

H1B Cap Filled Dates
Fiscal Year Regular Cap Filed Date Advanced Degree  Cap Filled Date
FY 2016 First Week of April. Lottery Conducted First Week of April. Lottery Conducted
FY 2015 First Week of April. Lottery Conducted First Week of April. Lottery Conducted
FY 2014 First Week of April. Lottery Conducted First Week of April. Lottery Conducted
FY 2013 June 11, 2012 June 07,2012
FY 2012 Nov 22, 2011 Oct 19,2011

Let’s see why a huge number of applications may be expected in H-1B 2017:

  • A huge demand for H-1B visas 2017 will be there considering the improving job market since last 3 years.
  • Applicants who didn’t not get selected in FY 2016 will get a chance to apply again in 2017.
  • Companies are more interested in filing H-1B visa petitions due to the restrictions in other visas like B1 and L1.

What should be the strategy to plan for H-1B 2017 application? How soon it should be planned?

People who are planning to work in the US in the next fiscal year, it’s the right time to plan for H-1B visa 2017. It’s never too late to plan something good… Take a glance on the suggestions about how to plan:

  • F1 student in the US: If you are currently studying and soon going to be a graduate, it’s the perfect time to think about getting some job or internship in such a company in the US, who sponsors H-1B visa. Check out H-1B visa sponsors to get an idea about the companies and contact them for internship and work on CPT or OPT once when you will be a graduate. So don’t waste time and take smart moves with perfect planning.
  • Working Outside the US: If you are a skilled professional working outside the US and planning to move to the US for work purpose, finding Multinational Companies would be the best deal. Find such a company which already has its presence in the US is perfect as you can apply for H-1B visa internally for the next fiscal year.

So build a strategy, then analyse each and every option and talk to your company if there is any such facility.

  • Other L1 or H4 visas: Your best deal would be to find some multinational company as I mentioned in the above point. Keep asking your company about H-1B visas and stay updated about the same. Then apply for H-1B visa, when the season starts.

How to Find a Right H-1B visa sponsor?

It’s a very straight forward process if you are a student in the US. Simply find H-1B visa sponsor and take internship under them to make them sponsor your H-1B visa. Moreover, if you are a working professional abroad, then applying for H-1B visa can be tricky. Multinational companies can be of pretty much help in this case as they have some internal process to pick the employees and sponsor H-1B visa for them.

Lastly, consulting companies are an option but I would suggest not getting trapped. Some consulting companies are fraudulent and when any H-1B aspirant seeks help from them, they ask for a huge amount of money to sponsor for H-1B visa. If any company asks for money or claims any sponsorship, then BEWARE!! Be careful or else you will get stuck in a huge mess.

Breakdown of H-1B fees:

Base Filing Fee $325
USCIS Anti Fraud Fee $500
ACWIA Education and Training Fee

$750 ( For employers less than 25 employees)

or $1500 (For employees more than 25 employees)

Public Law 111-320 Fee  $4,000
Premium Processing (Optional) $1,225

Here are some examples on how much a company has to pay for H-1B fee:

Scenario 1: Company A is an Indian IT firm or a consultancy which has more than 50 employees and has more than 50% of H-1B visa people. Here are the fees involved if they are filing for H-1B visa in premium processing.

Total Fee: $325 (base) + $500 (fraud fee) + $1500 ( Training Fee)+ 4000 (New fee) + $1225 (Premium Processing) + $1000 (Attorney Fee) = $8550

Scenario 2: Company B is a American Startup company which has less than 25 employees and has less than 50% of H-1B visa people. Here are the fees involved if they are filing for H-1B visa in regular processing.

Total Fee: $325 (base) + $500 (fraud fee) + $750 ( Training Fee) + $1000 (Attorney Fee) = $2575

 

What is H-1B Premium Processing?

You have to wait for at least three months to know whether your petition is approved or rejected according to the regular processing. H-1B premium processing allows you to know the approval or rejection in two weeks but you have to pay an additional $1225. You can go for premium processing anytime you want to.

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So all those who are planning to apply for H-1B visa 2017, you have no more time to waste. Get up and act fast to be lucky this year and get selected in the FY 2017 lottery applications.

 

73 Comments on "H-1B Visa 2017 – Cap, Lottery Predictions, Fees, News"

  1. Hi,
    AM currently looking for H1B Sponsors. Around 10+yrs of exp in IT.

  2. My petition is for 148, princestone, highstown, New Jersey 08520 and my worklocation can be Newyork waterstreet, New York- 10041. Will it require Amendment?

  3. Hi Guys,

    I’m looking for sponsorship to file my H1B Visa in April 2017. I have total 18 years of experience in Software industry. Currently working as a Consultant – QA.

    Please help me to get this.

    Thanks,
    Rushabh

  4. Hi All,
    I have software testing and infrstructure testing experience arroung 11+years will I get a job in US and looking for any sponsor H1B VISA.

    Thank you

  5. Hi, I got h1b lottery receipt no for 2016-17 slot, case status is still showing “Case was received” till 14 Sep 2016. At this stage can I convert my case to premium or I can’t convert to premium till case gets approved. Please help. Getting confused suggestions from different people.

  6. Hi,

    I have received my I-797 notice with a valid receipt number. When i try to check my case status online it says 'My Case Status does not recognize the receipt number entered. Please check your receipt number and try again'.

    Please suggest me on this. Appreciate your help!

  7. Hi,
    I have received my I-797C notice with my receipt number. When i try to check to my case status online it says 'My Case Status does not recognize the receipt number entered. Please check your receipt number and try again.' Could you please suggest me on this? Thanks in advance.

  8. Hi all,

    what is the time period for USCIS to cash our cheques for regular processing?

  9. Hi…. Basically I am interested to go to America… And i have work experience in cunlary Arts (Cooking experience) of 4 yrz….  I am in Pakistan right now… And i want to apply there…. Here is my email id… Kindly contact with me thankyou…. 🙂  

  10. I am trying to apply visa for US i have work experience of 4 years in pakistan as well  i will be very thankfull to you kindly contact with me as well here is my e mail id which i am sending to you from .

  11. When do we know if USCIS is still open to receive H1B applications after April 1st 2016?

    • Hello Vinodhini

      Time is up for this FY. Actually your client had to file the LCA initially if it is already there then you can apply within 5th of April as they can send an overnight mail to the Service center to send your packet.

      Regards

      Suresh

  12. How is the market for Oracle DBA's in U.S ?

    Any sponsors for filing H1B visa ?

  13. Hi  

    I have 9+ yrs of experience in ETL tool.My previous H1B visa is expired in 2010.I would like to re apply from india.

    do i need to apply fresh or renewal  with same employer or new employer?

    please suggest me.

  14. I am looking for H1B sponsar, i have 7 years of exp in Java/J2ee.

  15. Hi, what is chance of getting H1B cap 2017?

  16. Hi, I have 8+ years of relevant experience in Cisco Data Netwok (CCIE certified). I am currently living in India. I am looking for H1 B /Work visa sponsor for me.

  17. I am having 11+ years of strong  Oracle Apps Techno/Functional experience.

    I need a sponsor for H1B.

     

  18. our pettion is not selected in the lottery system they will refund the amount. if there any amount will dedected from the amount paid by us. 

     

     

  19. Hello , I am also looking for genuine sources who can do H1 process. I am currently working as a DBA and has 9 years of sound experince. Let me know if there are any who can do genuine processing

  20. Hi 

    Iam Looking out for geniune  consultancies who can file H1 visa this year.Iam in India right now. I have checked for various comtacts.but skeptical on their credentials . Please help !!

  21. Hi Everyone

    I have job offer from usa company but they dont have clue about H1B visa process can someone help its very small company . not sure either how to proceed.

    any help is appreciated .

     

  22. Hello, I'm having 13 years experience in Supply chain, logistics and retail sector. Already spent 7 years in USA on L1 visa but currently in India. Would H1B visa be applicable for this sector and if so any idea on the sponsers?

  23. Hi,

    I am looking h1b sponsor for CAP 2016. My expertise,7+ years of exp in Java/J2EE technologies.

  24. Hi,

    I am applying for H1B through my company,whats the chance of getting selected in the lott, also is there any quota for the company?

    Thanks

    Sarjith

  25. Nakshatra Nagar | January 28, 2016 at 12:22 am | Reply

    Hi,

     

    I have 6 yrs experience in Citrix Xenapp all versions. I am looking for sponsor to file h1b in April 2016.  Pls help me someone who knows consultants names,

  26. Hi, I am a Mobile application developer with 4+ experience , developed iOS(iPhone,iPad) & Android applications, looking for H1B, can you suggest companies who can sponsor H1B.

     

  27. Hello, 

     

    I am Network Expert with Dual CCIE Certification and 10 years of Experience with holding Masters Degress in Business Management, and would like apply for H1B 2017, is there any sponsor who would sponsor my Visa ? or any special source ? 

     

    Thanks 

     

  28. I am having 12 years of experience in IT with Java/J2EE/PRPC, out of which 4+ years in PRPC. I am looking for H1B sponsor for 2017 quota. 

  29. What is the scope of H1B for Software Tester and GUI designer profiles?

  30. Hello ,

    I am having 9+ Years experience in IT(Oracle Developer) , how is market USA?

    Any good consultancy for Sponsership?

  31. Hi,

    I am having 7+ Years experience in IT, out of which 4+ years experience in Java/Bigdata , how is market USA.

  32. subscribing for newsletter. Thanks

  33. Hi

    Any generous consultancies in hyderabad who can process H1-B for me.having  7 years of experience in Apps Dba & OBIEE 

    Thanks

  34. Hey Guys,

    I have completed 6 years on my H1B visa on Jan 2015. I need to apply H1B for FY 2017 which i guess starts April 1st 2016 based on the forums i referred (including this one).

    I always get caught up in thinking when it comes to understanding official literature. My question is "Will I be eligible for H1B Cap exemption?".

    Thanks for your attention

  35. I have 9+ years of experience in Oracle Application.I am looking for a genuine consultancy who can sponsor H1B .

  36. Hi,

    I am planning to apply for H1B for 2016.. I have an experience of more than 7 years in System administration like Linux, IBM AIX system administration..please help me about the market trends for my skill set.. LINUX & IBM AIX..

    Thanks..

  37. Hi,

    I m interested for H1 .having 9+year of Oracle DBA exp.let me know if sponsorship can be provided and process my H1.

     

    Regards

    Tabassum

  38. Hi

    Myself Sundeep looking for H1B sponsor.

    I have more than 10 years of experience in software development of Embedded Systems and in Telecom domain.

    My skills are C, C++, STL, Data Structures, Multithreading, Linux, Windows.

  39. Last year my spouse H1 picked in lottery but got denied. Do I have any previllage this year? I have now reopened the application .. MTR

  40.  Hello

    I am working in a American company(who won't process in new H1s) as a permanent employee with L1 EAD. But would like to apply for H1. Is there any consulting company who can apply H1 in my case.

     

     

     

     

  41. Chandana Priya | January 7, 2016 at 7:20 am | Reply

    Hi ,

     

    I am HR professional having 4.5 yrs of Exp and 6months of exp into PMO . 

    looking for  Multinational Companies or genuine consultants who can sponsor for me H1-B. 

     

    Please suggest .

     

     

     

     

  42. Public Law 111-320 is child abuse related and the one intended in this context I guess should be Public Law 111-230 fee which expired as of Sep 30th 2015. Do you have new information on the public law fee?

  43. How is the trend for python, c or django in us if i go for H1B?

  44. Thx for the info

     

  45. Hi,

    I am in US currently, I have 5 years experince as Project Manager… so can someone suggest some IT companies who can sponsor H1B?

    Thanks

  46. Sowjanya kattamuri | January 6, 2016 at 4:03 pm | Reply

    I  am currently in USA on H4 VISA.Looking for a consultancy who can sponsor H1.

  47. Meenakshi Das | January 6, 2016 at 2:26 pm | Reply

    Currently in USA on H4 visa.I have 7.5 years of IT experience working as Business Analyst.

    Looking for genuine consultants or MNC 's to sponsor H1B for me.

     

    Thanks.

  48. Last time my application did not pick up in lottery. Any sponsors this fy?

  49. Hi

    Any generous consultancies in hyderabad who can process H1-B for me. I am an IT professional with 7 years of experience in various technologies.

    Thanks

  50. Thank you for the information .

    Do you know any sponsor to support us in the process .

    Thank you so much indeed .

    Regards

    Sonia

     

  51. I am looking for sponsor to file h1b in April 2016.  Pls help me someone who knows consultants names pls

  52. People who got rejected last year. Would they have any advantage while applying this year?

  53. Hi

    I have very old unused H1B visa stamped already. Can I use it now irrespective of H1 Cap & I am looking for the sponser who can transfer my H1B

    Thanks & regards

     

    • please share your profile to my mail id so that we can have a talk once or call me on 011-91-9059190002

      • Hi Arjun – My spouse is in H4 visa and she have around 4 to 5 years of experience in .Net … Am looking for a sponsor for her. Anything you could help. 

  54. Hi,

    I am looking for any genuine consultants who can sponsor H-1B for me.

    Thanks

  55. Peeyush Agarwal | January 5, 2016 at 9:39 pm | Reply

    Hi,

     

    I am a graduate student pursuing my masters here in the US. I am planing to graduatde in this august. I read in the article about students who will graduate soon. Do i come in the same category if i am able to manage a sponsorer for my H1B.

    Can you please also help me with the timeline of the full application procedure for H1B with respect to my time of graduation 

    Thank You

    • If you are graduating in August, you need to find an employer who is willing to file for your H1B in April and then let you join in August (on OPT) till you get the H1B decision this year or next year. It will be very difficult to get an employer to sponsor your visa this year considering its end of January and most companies start arranging documentation by mid Feb. Start looking for a job on OPT and target next year. 

  56.  Indian IT companies should be checked for H1B abuse, so that deserving students in USA get's fair chance.

  57. Hi,

     

    I am an HR professional and looking for Multinational Companies or genuine consultants who can sponsor for me on H1-B

    So suggest me names .

     

    Thanks 

     

    Jaz

     

  58. Very Good Information, that means it would be very difficult to get sponsorship from foreign professionals.

  59. I'm looking for sponsors to file my H1B Visa in April 2016.

    • Hi,

       

      We can process your application if you have strong background of .Net or Java with min 5 years of exp.

      • I am looking for H1 B /Work visa sponsor for me. I live in India.

        About me:
        I have more than decade experience in IT-Software : Emerging technologies, Android & Mobility, and Java technologies. having abroad experience in USA (L1 blanket visa), UK(Business Visa), Europe (Business Visa).

        I have delivered complex solutions, latest application development projects and profitable solutions to top Indian MNCs and customers. Some of the employers/customers: Satyam computers, Keane India, Intergraph consultants, NISSAN motors, General Motors, UNESCO,General electric,Sears, Pacific HealthCare, Australia commonwealth bank, GenenTech, NewMEK Solutions and various product development companies.

        Regards
        Ramakrishna

  60. Edukondalu Adavi | December 28, 2015 at 3:36 am | Reply

    Edukondalu having 5+ Years of Exp in SAP ABAP.

     

     

    • Brother don't come to USA if you have experience in SAP its waste coming to USA …USA is market only for Java and .Net..other than this its waste coming 

      Money bokka 

      • hi im currently working with ETL TOOL DATASTAGE,,planning for h1 visa ..how is the market in USA for datastage tool

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