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Strategy Tip: Consular Process H-1B to Save FICA Taxes for F-1 Students
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Strategy Tip: Consular Process H-1B to Save FICA Taxes for F-1 Students

EAD, F-1, F-1 STEM, H-1B, H-1B cap, H-1B lottery, Immigration, Immigration Regulations, Nonimmigrant Visas, STEM, USCIS

Strategy Tip: Consular Process H-1B to Save FICA Taxes for F-1 Students

By Barbara Lutes|2022-04-07T21:10:03+00:00April 7th, 2022|EAD, F-1, F-1 STEM, H-1B, H-1B cap, H-1B lottery, Immigration, Immigration Regulations, Nonimmigrant Visas, STEM, USCIS|

How H-1B lotto winners and their employers can save $18,000 or more by keeping STEM OPT until the last minute. Many employers of F-1 Foreign Students are unaware that they need NOT withhold FICA taxes OR make an employer contribution.

DHS Proposes Merit-Based Rule for More Effective and Efficient H-1B Visa Program
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DHS Proposes Merit-Based Rule for More Effective and Efficient H-1B Visa Program

H-1B, Nonimmigrant Visas

DHS Proposes Merit-Based Rule for More Effective and Efficient H-1B Visa Program

By E&M Mayock|2018-12-18T20:25:42+00:00December 6th, 2018|H-1B, Nonimmigrant Visas|

The Department of Homeland Security recently announced a proposal that would require H-1B petitioners to first electronically register with USCIS.