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ARTICLE · 14 MARCH 2012

New H-1B Visa Quota Opens April 1st

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It is time to start thinking about applying for H-1B visas. USCIS will start accepting H1B cap-subject cases for Fiscal Year 2013 (FY2013) starting April 1, 2012 for positions that start October 1, 2012.

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Marcela Stras
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It is time to start thinking about applying for H-1B visas. USCIS will start accepting H1B cap-subject cases for Fiscal Year 2013 (FY2013) starting April 1, 2012 for positions that start October 1, 2012. In the past the quota was filled the day it opened on April 1st. However, in the past few years, the quota has been a reflection of a sluggish economy and the quota has remained opened until the last quarter of the year. For example in 2011, the quota closed in mid-November. Since it is difficult to predict FY2013′s outcome, our recommendation is to file as soon as possible to ensure that your case is accepted. The economy appears to be improving, which means more H-1B petitions should be filed.

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