- Bachelors or higher degree in the specialty occupation from an accredited college or university.
- 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in the specialty.
- Blend of education and related professional work experience in the specialty. Three years of specialized experience is generally considered equivalent to one year of college education.
This means if candidate possesses a three year associate degree then you are desired to have at least 3 year of relevant post-graduate experience to be qualified for H1B Visa. Further, The USCIS and Department of Labor evaluate if a person qualifies for h1b Visa or not, through point system. An applicant is desired to have at least 12 points to qualify for this visa. - 1 year of college education: 3 points
- 1 year of professional work experience: 1 point
All H-1B visa jobs must meet one of the following criteria to qualify as a specialty occupation:
- Bachelor's or higher degree or its equivalent is normally the minimum entry requirement for the position
- The degree requirement for the job is common to the industry or the job is so complex or unique that it can be performed only by an individual with a degree
- The employer normally requires a degree or its equivalent for the position
- The nature of the specific duties is so specialized and complex that the knowledge required to perform the duties is usually associated with the attainment of a bachelor's or higher degree.
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