Every fiscal year H-1B visas are capped at 65,000, subject to various exceptions. There is also a separate cap of 20,000 that applies to individuals holding advanced degrees (Masters or higher). During times of economic expansion during the last decade, the caps significantly affected the total number of H-1B petitions that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services could approve. Total filings exceeded 150,000 during some fiscal years, for example. Even during the recent economic recession, the demand for H-1B visas has exceeded the amount available. Our firm is expert in assisting employers to avoid the cap altogether, permitting them to hire H-1B visa employees anytime during the fiscal year. We assist employers of all types to determine if they qualify as CAP exempt organizations, saving them both time and money.
