Wages and Salaries FAQs

If an H-1B holder whose petition was approved under the previous lottery system moves to a higher-wage area where their current salary only meets Level 1 requirements, can they maintain their status without increasing their pay?

What are the risks when transferring an H-1B shortly after approval under wage-based selection?

Can an H-1B employee take voluntary unpaid personal leave without violating wage requirements?

I arrived in the U.S. in the last week of May 2024, and despite innumerable requests, my employer has not run payroll for the weeks since my arrival. Could this pose any challenges for future H1B transfers, extensions, or I-140 processing? Is there a risk of scrutiny or denial due to this issue? If yes, could you guide how to mitigate this please?