First H-2B cohort to Guam, closed end-to-end.
In partnership with Infratech International, LLC, we sourced 100+ pre-vetted candidates for mason, furniture carpenter, and machine operator roles. The US employer hosted trade testing at our Nakodar facility and shortlisted the full requirement in a single day. DS-160, documentation, and consular processing complete; visas awaited for mobilisation.
Why H-2B is a Real Pathway for Indian Workers
The H-2B is a structured, employer-sponsored, federally-regulated route to skilled work in the United States. It is the visa most US construction, hospitality, and skilled-trade employers use to hire Indian workers.
Legal Path to Skilled US Work
The H-2B is the United States non-immigrant visa category for temporary non-agricultural workers. It is the structured, lawful route used by US employers to hire foreign skilled workers in construction, hospitality, landscaping, and food processing.
Employer-Sponsored Pathway
The US employer files the I-129 petition with USCIS and the temporary labor certification with the Department of Labor. Most petition and processing costs are borne by the employer, not the worker, under DOL regulations.
Live Deployment Track Record
In May 2026, we completed our first end-to-end H-2B mobilisation to Guam in partnership with Infratech International, LLC. Sourcing, on-site testing, documentation, and consular processing all owned by our team.
USD Wages, Federally Compliant
Wages are set by US DOL prevailing wage rules and paid in US Dollars. Even after living expenses, take-home savings are significantly higher than Gulf or European packages for the same skill level.
Family Reunification via H-4
Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can apply for an H-4 dependent visa to live with you in the US for the duration of your H-2B status.
Govt of India Licensed Recruiter
We hold MEA Recruiting Agent Licence B-1794, are e-Migrate compliant, and operate under both Indian and US Department of Labor recruitment standards.
Our H-2B Visa Services
End-to-end H-2B visa processing from our Nakodar office and our associate offices in Delhi and Mumbai — exactly the same workflow we executed for the Infratech Guam deployment.
H-2B Job Order Intake
We receive the US employer's approved I-129 petition and DOL temporary labor certification, then translate the job order into a sourcing brief: trade, headcount, wage band, contract length, and start date.
Pre-Vetted Candidate Sourcing
Sourcing through our verified Punjab and pan-India network. Every candidate is screened for trade competency, age, language, document readiness, and ECR-passport compliance before being presented to the employer.
On-Site Trade Testing
We host the US employer's selection panel at our Nakodar facility, providing testing space, machinery, and physical-evaluation infrastructure so candidates are assessed in person — exactly as we did for the Infratech Guam engagement.
DS-160 Filing & Documentation
Our team prepares the DS-160 online visa application, compiles passport, police clearance, contract attestation, medicals, and the full visa file for every shortlisted candidate.
US Consular Interview Coordination
Through our associate offices in Delhi and Mumbai, we schedule consular interviews at the US Consulates in Chennai, Mumbai, or New Delhi, and brief candidates with mock interviews and document checklists.
Pre-Departure & e-Migrate
Pre-departure orientation covering US workplace culture, contract terms, US labor rights, accommodation, and emergency contacts. Mandatory e-Migrate clearance handled in-house for ECR-passport holders.
H-2B Visa Requirements
Below is the full document and qualification checklist for an Indian worker applying for a US H-2B visa. Our team at Nakodar walks you through every document, files DS-160 for you, and ensures the consular file is complete before your interview.
H-2B Process & Timeline
Once a US employer with an approved I-129 petition engages us, the India-side process from sourcing to departure typically runs 6 to 12 weeks. We handle every step in-house — exactly the workflow we executed for the Infratech Guam cohort.
Visit Our Nakodar Office
Day 1Walk in to our office at Golden Avenue, Nakodar or call us. We assess your trade skill, experience, age, document readiness, and fit against the current H-2B job orders we are filling.
Sourcing Acceptance & Trade Test
Week 1-2If your profile matches a live H-2B job order, we invite you for the US employer's on-site trade test at our facility. Selected candidates are shortlisted on the same day.
Documentation & DS-160 Filing
Week 2-5Our team prepares passport renewal (if needed), police clearance, contract attestation, medicals, and the DS-160 online visa application.
US Consular Interview
Week 5-8Through our Delhi or Mumbai associate office, we schedule and prepare you for the consular interview at the US Consulate in Chennai, Mumbai, or New Delhi.
Visa Stamping & e-Migrate
Week 8-10Once the visa is approved, we coordinate passport stamping and complete e-Migrate clearance for ECR-passport holders.
Pre-Departure & Fly to USA / Guam
Week 10-12Pre-departure orientation, flight booking assistance, and on-arrival logistics coordinated with the US employer.
US Consular Interview Coordination
We route every H-2B applicant to the right US consulate based on geography and slot availability, with full appointment and interview preparation handled through our Delhi and Mumbai associate offices.
US Consulate, Chennai
Primary consular jurisdiction for South India. Our Delhi & Mumbai associate offices coordinate appointment slots, document submission, and interview prep for candidates routed here.
US Consulate, Mumbai
Coordinated directly through our Mumbai associate office. Used for candidates from West India and many H-2B applicants where Mumbai slots are available first.
US Embassy, New Delhi
Coordinated through our Delhi associate office. Used for North India candidates including Punjab, Haryana, Himachal, J&K, and Delhi NCR.
US Consulate, Hyderabad / Kolkata
Used where slot availability or candidate geography makes it the better routing. Both work end-to-end through our DS-160 and interview-prep process.
Transparent H-2B Recruitment Terms
Under US Department of Labor rules, the H-2B employer bears the temporary labor certification, the I-129 petition fee, and the inbound transportation cost. We maintain a transparent, written recruitment fee structure shared at the start of every engagement with no hidden charges to the worker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an H-2B visa and who is it for?
The H-2B is a US non-immigrant visa for foreign workers coming to the United States to perform temporary non-agricultural work. It is used by US employers for skilled trades like construction, hospitality, landscaping, food processing, and seafood. It requires the employer to first obtain a temporary labor certification from the US Department of Labor and an approved I-129 petition from USCIS before the worker can apply at a US consulate.
Have you actually done an H-2B deployment before?
Yes. In May 2026, Shiva Travel & Manpower Consultants completed our first end-to-end H-2B mobilisation to Guam, USA in partnership with Infratech International, LLC. We screened 100+ candidates through our network for mason, furniture carpenter, and machine operator roles, hosted on-site trade testing at our Nakodar facility, and the US employer shortlisted the full requirement in a single day. DS-160, documentation, and consular processing for that cohort are complete.
Where do I apply for the US H-2B visa from Punjab?
Visit Shiva Travel & Manpower Consultants at Golden Avenue, Nakodar, Punjab — MEA Licensed RA B-1794. We handle the full H-2B process from sourcing through consular interview coordination. Walk in or call +91 98148-20432 for a free consultation.
Where is the US consular interview held?
US consular interviews for Indian H-2B applicants are held at the US Consulates in Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi (and sometimes Kolkata or Hyderabad). We coordinate appointments through our associate offices in Delhi and Mumbai and brief candidates with mock interviews and document checklists.
How long does the H-2B process take?
Once a US employer has an approved I-129 petition in hand, the India-side process — sourcing, trade test, documentation, DS-160, consular interview, visa stamping — typically takes 6 to 12 weeks. The petition stage on the US side can take 2 to 6 months depending on USCIS workload and whether premium processing is used.
Who pays for the H-2B petition and visa fees?
Under US Department of Labor rules, the H-2B employer bears the cost of the temporary labor certification (PERM), the I-129 petition fee, and the cost of inbound transportation. We maintain a transparent recruitment fee structure shared at the start of every engagement with no hidden charges.
Is the H-2B visa a path to a US green card?
The H-2B is a non-immigrant visa and does not by itself lead to permanent residence. However, while on H-2B status, an employer can sponsor a worker for an immigrant visa (employment-based green card) through a separate petition. Many successful US workers begin on H-2B and transition over time.
Can my family come with me on the H-2B?
Yes — your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can apply for an H-4 dependent visa to live with you in the US for the duration of your H-2B status. The H-4 does not by itself grant work authorisation for the dependent.
What trades are you currently sourcing for under H-2B?
Construction (masons, furniture carpenters, machine operators, steel fixers, shutterers), MEP (welders, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers), heavy equipment operators, hospitality (housekeeping, kitchen staff), landscaping, and food/seafood processing. The exact open trades depend on which US employer's job orders are live with us — call us for the current list.
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