Can my employer place me in multiple work locations?

Yes. Under the H-1B, an employer can assign a professional to more than one work location, but the location of activities is regulated and must be properly declared. The starting point is the Labor Condition Application (LCA), the document in which the employer identifies where the work will be performed.

When a company operates in different locations, or anticipates that the hired worker will work in more than one place, those locations must be included in the filing and comply with the rules of the Department of Labor of the United States. If there is a significant change of location, it may be necessary to file a new LCA or update the petition to reflect the change.

• The work location is declared in the LCA and in the petition.
• Multiple locations are possible, as long as they are reported and approved.
• A relevant change of location may require a new LCA or an update.

These requirements exist to keep employment conditions, such as the applicable regional wage, in compliance with the law. If you have questions about a location change, confirm the updated rules with the official source and consider the support of a qualified professional.

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