Form I-129
Completed and signed petition form identifying petitioner, beneficiary, job, and requested classification with required schedules appended.
An H-1B transfer petition enables employers to lawfully hire H-1B beneficiaries already counted against the cap and permits continuity of employment for skilled workers.
Employers, HR teams, immigration counsel, and sponsored employees all have roles in preparing and approving transfer filings.
Each party should confirm their responsibilities in the company’s onboarding and immigration workflow before submission.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer authentication | Email+SMS OTP or account-based MFA for authorized signers |
| Attachments | Require PDFs for passports, diplomas, prior I-797s |
| Conditional fields | Show fee or premium-processing fields when selected |
| Notifications | Email alerts for each reviewer and final signer |
Choose a platform that supports secure attachments, signer authentication, and audit trails for government-facing petitions.
Ensure the platform captures timestamps, signer attribution, and retains a reproducible record consistent with ESIGN/UETA requirements for future audits.
File with DOL; certification timing varies by case
Submit with certified LCA and fee payment
USCIS issues Form I-797 receipt after filing
Optional expedited adjudication window for faster decision
Portability rules may allow start upon filing receipt
DOL certifies wage and working conditions for the role.
Employer files petition with USCIS and pays fees.
USCIS provides Form I-797 receipt with case number.
USCIS approves, denies, or issues an RFE for additional evidence.
Completed and signed petition form identifying petitioner, beneficiary, job, and requested classification with required schedules appended.
DOL-certified Labor Condition Application showing wage level, worksite, and attestations about labor conditions.
Passport, prior I-797s, educational credentials, degree evaluations, and employment letters proving specialty-occupation eligibility.
Detailed job duties, justification for specialty occupation, and statements tying beneficiary qualifications to role.
Payment methods and receipts for required USCIS and any premium processing fees.
Copies of prior H-1B approvals and I-94 records establishing current lawful presence.
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