Re:Why Tech Giants Can't Stop Hoarding H-1B Visas
by jltsiren on Thursday January 16, 2025 @12:09AM
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It's 3-4 years these days, unless you qualify for EB-1. Every step in the process takes a few months longer than it used to.
But those numbers are not comparable. In most European countries, you first spend a number of years on a temporary residence permit, and then you can apply for permanent residence. That application typically takes less than a year to process. In the US, you can apply for permanent residence any time, but the application process takes several years.
But those numbers are not comparable. In most European countries, you first spend a number of years on a temporary residence permit, and then you can apply for permanent residence. That application typically takes less than a year to process. In the US, you can apply for permanent residence any time, but the application process takes several years.