How Long Can You Use Day 1 CPT? How to Maximize Its Duration?
by Tim on Feb 26, 2025
As the H-1B lottery approaches, many international students are feeling anxious about their future. With the declining chances of getting an H-1B visa, some students are considering Day 1 CPT as an alternative. However, a key question is: How long can Day 1 CPT maintain your legal sta …
Day 1 CPT to H-1B: How to Handle Potential Issues in Your H-1B Application
by Tim on Feb 21, 2025
Many international students, if not selected for H-1B, choose Day 1 CPT as an alternative path. During Day 1 CPT, they can still join the H-1B visa lottery. However, transitioning from Day 1 CPT to H-1B can be a complex process, requiring careful attention to potential challenges. Whi …
How to Prepare for Your H-1B Application During Trump’s Term? (2025 Edition)
by Tim on Feb 11, 2025
Last week, USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) announced that the H-1B lottery for 2025 (FY 2026) will begin on March 7. While the registration period hasn't opened yet, it's never too early to start preparing. Given Trump's stringent stance on immigration polic …
USCIS Update: H-1B Lottery for FY 2026 Begins on March 7
by Tim on Feb 05, 2025
USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) has announced that the H-1B lottery for FY 2026 (calendar year 2025) will begin on March 7, 2025. Employers can submit registrations for H-1B applicants from March 7 to March 24. USCIS will then conduct a random selection betw …