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  H1b Visa   The H-1B is  a non-immigrant visa that allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in " specialty occupations " . These jobs typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, such as technology , engineering , medicine , education , and other highly specialized fields.   How it works Employer-sponsored : A U.S. employer must sponsor the foreign worker. The employer files the necessary petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Specialty occupations : The position must require specialized knowledge that is typically attained through a bachelor's degree or higher. Labor Condition Application (LCA) : Before filing the petition with USCIS, the employer must submit an LCA to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). This attests that the employment will not harm U.S. workers' wages and working conditions. Annual cap and lottery : There is an annual limit on the number of new H-1B visas issued. Because dema...