The H-1B1 visa is considered a temporary non-immigrant visa exclusive for Chile & Singapore citizens. It allows qualified professionals to temporarily live and work in the United States
H1B-1
NO Lottery (Non-Ballot)
Application is open all year round
Processing Time: ~30 days
Form I-129 ❌
Form ETA9035E - Labor Condition Application (LCA)
DS-160
Valid for 18 months. Can be renewed indefinitely for one-year increments. Requires a new 2-year LCA for every third extension
H1B
Lottery Based
Only ONE application period - March
Processing Time: 3-6 months
Form I-129 ✅
Form ETA9035E - Labor Condition Application (LCA)
DS-160
Valid for an initial period of 3 years. Can be extended ONCE for 3 more years