The H-1B visa is a U.S. non-immigrant visa that allows companies to employ foreign professionals in specialty occupations requiring a bachelor’s degree or higher, particularly in fields like technology, engineering, and healthcare. It is employer-sponsored, initially valid for three years, and can be extended up to six years. Due to high demand, most H-1B petitions go through a lottery system, with an annual cap of 85,000 visas (including 20,000 reserved for U.S. master's degree holders). The H1B Database is a valuable resource that provides public access to detailed records of these visa petitions, including employer names, job titles, wages, and case statuses, helping job seekers, researchers, and policymakers analyze hiring trends and opportunities in the U.S. labor market.