What Was the Staple Act?
The Staple Act was proposed federal legislation to exempt immigrants with PhDs in the sciences, technology, math and engineering from permanent resident limits of the Immigration and Nationality Act. It never became law. It also was called the “Stopping Trained in America PhDs From Leaving the Economy Act of 2009.” Last Updated: 22/08/2010 17:53:36 • How to Apply for a University H1B Visa A university H1B visa is required for workers who want to enter, work and live in the U.S. To be considered for this visa, applicants must have a college or university degree from an institution that offers four-year degrees. This is why the H1B visa is sometimes referred to as the university H1B visa. If the applicant does not have the academic experience necessary, the equivalent work experience can also be used as part of the application process. If you are applying for an H1B visa due to a job offer, keep in mind that the prerequisites for the job must include a four-year degree that matches your
