Initiate a Request for Nonimmigrant Worker
(H-1B, TN, O-1)
Departments must complete the appropriate IFSS request form associated with their campus to initiate the process with IFSS to sponsor a foreign worker to the University of Oklahoma. The purpose should be for a foreign worker to perform services or labor in the U.S. in a temporary status, or to receive training in one of the following nonimmigrant statuses:
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H-1B; Specialty Occupation
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O-1; Alien of extraordinary ability in arts, science, education, business or athletics
The form is also used to request an extension of stay for the following nonimmigrant statuses:
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H-1B; Specialty Occupation
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O-1; alien of extraordinary ability in arts, science, education, business or athletics
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TN; Free Trade Nonimmigrant
Attention! Admission to the U.S. as a TN nonimmigrant from Canada or Mexico does not require a petition. These persons may apply directly to a U.S. consulate or embassy abroad.
Appropriate Form
- Form HR129 ; Request for Nonimmigrant Worker (all campuses)
File this form as soon as possible with the appropriate International Faculty and Staff Services Office, but no later than 60 days before the proposed employment begins or before an extension of stay is required. Forms not submitted to IFSS at least 60 days before the proposed employment begins may delay the filing of the petition, which could result in the delay of approval or a non-approval of the nonimmigrant’s services. The 60 days is required to ensure adequate processing of the petition, including filing, adjudication, and visa issuance with the appropriate federal agencies. NOTE: External agency petition adjudication
and visa issuance are subject to change without notice.
