H-1B worker
H-1B Visa
H-1B worker is a temporary, nonimmigrant in a specialty occupation (professional or fashion model of high distinction) given status to work for an employer by USCIS via Form I-797, Notice of Action. Initial status may be granted for up to three years. Extensions may only be granted for a period of time such that the total period of the nonimmigrant's admission does not exceed six years
- — H-1B Advisor Glossary retrieved 2014-06-01