H-1B (cap-subject)
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United States
Employer must sponsor
A specialty-occupation work visa sponsored by an employer, subject to an annual numerical cap and registration process.
Who this route is for
People in specialty occupations that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
Typical timeline
Employers register during the annual registration period; selected cases are filed afterwards.
What this means for your job search
Ask whether an employer sponsors H-1B and whether they take part in the annual registration, as timing is fixed by the calendar.
This is general information, not legal advice. Immigration rules change and individual cases differ — check the official source and, where it matters, talk to an immigration attorney.