Diana_it

Thank you guys!

Thank you TylerW! Just one more question: is it possible to get the J1 visa before next April 1 and then apply for the H-1B visa? If the J1 visa lasts longer than April 1, can I apply for the H1B in the meantime? Thanks!

Thank you kzielu, you are very helpful! Just to consider all my options, could anyone shed some light on the J1 Visa? Could I qualify for it under the Information Media and Communications category? Thank you!!

Thank you kzielu! Yes, I know they are temporary, but it’s a first step!

I read that for the last year they started accepting the petitions from April 1st. Assuming that it’s going to be the same this year (or am I assuming wrong?), the employment start date would be at least October 1st 2016? Judging by the visa quota it’s best to file a petition no later than April 1, right? Also, does some kind of lottery (like the green card one) exist for the H1B Visa? How much would the application cost and how much would I have to pay myself? Does it have to be partially covered by the employee?

Many thanks!

Hi everyone! I’ve been looking through this forum and it seems very helpful. I hope to find some answers to my questions (http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/516465-work-visa-for-an-italian/) and hopefully help anyone in my situation in the future! Ciao!

Hello everyone!

I’m considering moving to the US and I’m trying to understand the best way to do so.

I’m Italian and I have a Master’s Degree in Communication and visual design. I’ve been working for almost three years and I’ve recently registered for VAT (I hope this is the right translation).

I’m keeping my options open, so I would’t mind going back to study. By reading what you said in other topics this doesn’t seem to be the easiest way though. Is there any chance I could obtain a work visa? I figured that the H-1B visa is what I’m looking for. Am I mistaken? Is there any other way I could move to the US?

Thank you!