H1B Visa Sponsorship
H1B sponsorship is an important method whereby companies bring foreign-born professionals to the United States to work temporarily. The employer is responsible for filing the H1B visa petition with the U.S. Immigration Department.
Sponsorship Eligibility Criteria
- You must be a United States citizen or a permanent resident.
- Immigrants with any other visa status cannot sponsor a person in the US.
- You must be at least 18 years old at the time of filing the Form I-130.
- You should have your domicile in the US or any of its territories.
Cost of Immigrant Sponsorship
Common Immigration Forms and Fees
| Government Form | Who Must File It | Filing Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-129F (Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)) | Sponsoring relative (U.S. citizen or green card holder) | $535 |
| Form I-130 (Family Sponsorship Petition) | Sponsoring relative (U.S. citizen or green card holder) | $535 |
Withdrawing Sponsorship
To withdraw the sponsorship, the sponsor must send a letter to the USCIS office, where the application is being processed, informing the office of the decision to withdraw. They must be sure to include a copy of their receipt notice when sending the letter. This helps in tracing their file quickly.