Instructions for Scholars

Fill Out H-1B Application Information Form

When applying for H-1B visa status, Yale University must first establish that you will be working temporarily at the University in a specialized occupation. OISS will work with the hiring department to make sure that the appropriate documentation is collected. After you are contacted by OISS or the hiring department you must complete the H-1B Application Information Form:

Additional Materials

You must also provide OISS with the following document copies scanned to PDF (paper may also be possible):

	Your C.V.
	Your highest degree certificate, translated if the degree is not in English. If the degree is from outside the U.S. it is recommended to have a creditial evaluation completed. (Contact your OISS H-1B adviser for a list of credential evaluators.)
	The front and back of the I-94 cards.
	Passport personal data and expiration page.
	If you are in F-1 student status (or on F-1 optional practical training); copies of all of your I-20 (both sides) and EAD card.
	If you are in J-1 status; copies of all of your DS-2019 forms and a copy of the waiver of the two-year home-residency requirement (if this applies).
	If you were ever in H-1B status; copies of all previously issued forms I-797 Notice of Action forms issued by the USCIS.
	If you are applying for H-1B status to include clinical responsibilities and patient care, you must also provide: Copies of your medical degree certificate Copies of your unrestricted State license, registration or certificate if required by your specialty Copies of your ECFMG certification Copies of USMLE 1, 2, 3 results
	Provide the OISS with the location of the American Embassy/Consulate location (city and country) you plan to will apply for the H-1B visa.
	Verification that you are currently employed — per conditions of your valid H-1B status; please provide photocopies of current pay stubs (at least 3-4 months) Please note: This verification is only required if you have H-1B status, are employed elsewhere, and you are moving to Yale.
	Personal check or money order for $325 (if your department will not cover the fee), payable to "Department of Homeland Security".
	If you would like the H process expedited speak to your department about the additional Premium Processing fee of $1,225. For details go to the Fees page.

Accompanying Dependents Only

If you have a dependent spouse or children, they must:

	Submit an original signed (blue ink) Form I-539. Note this is completed and signed by the dependent family member.
	One check payable to "Department of Homeland Security" for $290.
	The front and back of I-94 cards for each H-4 family member.
	Passport personal data and expiration page for each H-4 family member.
	If you were ever in H (H-1b or H-4) status before; copies of all previously issued forms I-797 Notice of Action forms issued by the USCIS.
	Copies of the marriage and birth certificates.

Fill Out H-1B Application Information Form

When applying for H-1B visa status, Yale University must first establish that you will be working temporarily at the University in a specialized occupation. OISS will work with the hiring department to make sure that the appropriate documentation is collected. After you are contacted by OISS or the hiring department you must complete the H-1B Application Information Form:

Additional Materials

Provide OISS with the following document copies scanned to PDF (paper may also be possible but is normally slower):

	Copy of your C.V.
	Copy of your highest degree certificate, translated if the degree is not in English.
	Copy of the personal data and expiration page in your passport.
	If have ever had J-1 status inside the US; copies of all of your DS-2019 forms and a copy of the waiver of the two-year home-residency requirement (if this applies).
	If you are applying for H-1B status to include clinical responsibilities and patient care, you must also provide: Copies of your medical degree certificate Copies of your unrestricted State license, registration or certificate if required by your specialty Copies of your ECFMG certification Copies of USMLE 1, 2, 3 results
	Provide the OISS with the location of the American Embassy/Consulate location (city and country) you plan to will apply for the H-1B visa.
	Personal check or money order for $325 (if your department will not cover the fee), payable to "Department of Homeland Security".
	If you would like the H process expedited speak to your department about the additional Premium Processing fee of $1,225. For details go to the Fees page.