Can I use premium processing with an employer that isn’t subject to the cap?
I’m considering premium processing for a faster H-1B process. My employer says they’re not subject to the cap, so I should move quickly.
How soon can I see a result? And if I move as fast as possible, when could I finish the interview?
If your employer isn’t subject to the cap, you can file the petition using premium service, and in that case, absent any additional RFE, you should receive a result within 15 days. Once approved within 15 days, expect about another week to receive the approval notice by mail, and you should budget at least 2 weeks to prepare the H-1B petition documents themselves — so realistically, the earliest you could complete your interview would be about 1–2 months after you start preparing your documents.