Which agency registers the H-1B petition?

The agency responsible for registering and reviewing the H-1B petition is the USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services), the federal immigration agency. It is the institution that examines applications and decides whether to approve the visa.

In practice, it is the sponsoring employer who files the petition, not the worker. The company gathers and submits to USCIS all the documentation and information required to support the request, following the procedures and timelines set by the agency.

Because this is a detailed process, minor documentation or timing errors can delay or jeopardize the petition. It is therefore worth organizing everything carefully and well in advance.

To confirm current requirements, forms, and processing timelines, the best approach is to consult USCIS directly or seek guidance from a qualified immigration professional.

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