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The H-1 quota cuts down 50% or more applications each year.  Legally, employees of foreign companies or entities can try and obtain B-1 visa in lieu of H-1 visas as long as they fulfill the following criteria outlined by the US Department of State.

Each intended B-1 (in lieu of H-1) entrant must: 

1.    Hold the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree

2.    Plan to perform H-1B-caliber work or training