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HB1 US Visa, how hard are they to get?

  • 29-02-2012 03:08PM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2


    Hi all,

    I have recently been thinking that Id like to try my hand at getting a visa to work in the US.

    I have no idea how easy or hard that would be for someone in my position so I thought I would throw it out there and see if anyone could shed any light.

    Im 39 years old, have a bachelors degree in Information Technology that I got in 2003.

    My main area of expertise is in web development, with 10 years experience developing php/MySQL web applications. I have also been developing Android phone applications for the last 2 years.

    Is this the sort of experience/skill set that would qualify for HB1?

    Would my age come against me?

    How hard will it be to find a job, and if I get one are there issues of exploitation, in that you cant move jobs and being at the mercy of the employer.

    Any feedback greatly appreciated.

    Thanks

    Beedge


Comments

  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,921 ✭✭✭silja


    Your age doesn't matter.
    Your qualifications would be enough for a H1B I think, but may not be enough to attract an employer to petition for such a visa for you, as there are a lot of IT people out of work in the USA.


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