In a major development, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is set to introduce online organizational accounts and online filing for Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, specifically for H-1B petitioners for fiscal year (FY) 2025.
Key Updates for Users
All legal representative account holders, organizations with an H-1B registrant account, and new users will benefit from account enhancements.
Online Convenience: H-1B petitioners will now have the option to file Forms I-129 and associated Form I-907 premium processing requests online through their organizational accounts.
User-Friendly Enhancements: All legal representative account holders and organizations with H-1B registrant accounts will experience enhanced features, including improved design and case management tools.
Hybrid Options: Petitioners can choose to have a legal representative file online on their behalf or opt for the traditional paper-based filing of Form I-129.
Exclusive Online H-1B Registration: The H-1B registration process will be conducted exclusively online, streamlining the submission process.
User Feedback and Continuous Improvement:
Usability Testing: USCIS conducted usability testing with various stakeholders, including employers, HR personnel, attorneys, and paralegals, resulting in valuable feedback for enhancements.
Ongoing Improvements: USCIS is committed to seeking user feedback and will continue making enhancements to provide an optimal organizational account experience.
Upcoming National Engagements and Sessions
USCIS will host two national engagements on January 23 and January 24 to assist organizations and legal representatives navigate the new process.
Several smaller sessions leading to the H-1B registration period will provide valuable guidance.
Participants can ask questions about organizational accounts, prepare for the FY 2025 H-1B registration, and launch the online filing of Form I-129 H-1B petitions.
Invitations to these engagements will be sent later this month. Individuals involved in the H-1B registration and petition filing process are encouraged to attend.
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Stay Informed: Resources and Information
Interested individuals can visit the H-1B Electronic Registration Process page for more information about organizational accounts.
Details about which forms are eligible for online filing can be found on the Forms Available to File Online page.
USCIS is dedicated to keeping the public informed and engaged. Individuals can subscribe to updates on the Contact Public Engagement page to receive notifications about upcoming engagements.
For comprehensive information about USCIS and its programs, visit uscis.gov.