H-1B Visa Business Development Officer Jobs

H-1B visa jobs for Business Development Officers are available at U.S. employers who file Labor Condition Applications with the DOL to sponsor the role as a specialty occupation. With an initial 3-year status period and extensions up to 6 years, this path suits degree-level business development professionals targeting companies with active H-1B filing histories.

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Work Type75% On-site
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Business Development Officer
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Business Development Officer
Truist
Norfolk, Virginia
Partnerships & Business Development
Marketing
Customer Success
Project & Program Management
Business Development
$58k - $107k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Commercial Middle Market Business Development Officer
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Commercial Middle Market Business Development Officer
Fifth Third Bank
Nashville, Tennessee
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Success
Account Management
Business Development
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Asset Based Lending Senior Business Development Officer
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Asset Based Lending Senior Business Development Officer
Bank of America
Auburn Hills, Michigan
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Account Management
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
On-Site
Bachelor's

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VP, Business Development Officer
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VP, Business Development Officer
LPL Financial
Austin, Texas
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Enterprise Sales
Business Development
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$225k - $374k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Retail Business Development Officer
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Retail Business Development Officer
Ameris Bank
Tennessee
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Account Management
Human Resources
Business Development
Customer Service
Retail Banking & Branch Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Business Development Officer

Frame your degree for specialty occupation

Business administration, marketing, economics, or international business degrees all support a specialty occupation classification. Document how your degree directly relates to your BD duties, because USCIS evaluates the connection between your field of study and the specific role.

Search employers by LCA filing history

Target companies that have already certified LCAs for business development or sales management roles. Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B visa sponsorship history by employer, so you can prioritize outreach to organizations with a proven track record of filing for this occupation.

Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers

Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific metro area before you enter salary discussions, so the LCA can be certified without delays.

Confirm each worksite requires its own LCA

If your BD role involves working at client sites or multiple office locations, each worksite needs a separately certified LCA listing that address. Clarify this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before accepting an offer to avoid compliance issues after you start.

Review the O*NET profile to sharpen your petition

The O*NET occupation profile for Business Development Officers outlines the degree requirements and core tasks USCIS expects to see reflected in the job description. Aligning your offer letter's duties to those benchmarks strengthens the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition.

Account for cap selection timing in your job search

H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so plan your offer and filing timeline carefully. If you're currently on OPT or another status, understand your authorization end date before committing to a start date that depends on an H-1B approval.

H-1B Visa Business Development Officer: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Business Development Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes, when the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as business administration, marketing, economics, or international business. Employers sponsoring H-1B holders for this role typically build the job description around degree-level analytical, strategic, or financial duties to meet USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Generic sales roles that accept any background are less likely to qualify.

How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Business Development Officers?

Start with Migrate Mate, which lists U.S. employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history searchable by role and location. Focusing on companies that have already filed for business development or related titles reduces the risk of pursuing employers who are unfamiliar with or unwilling to go through the sponsorship process.

What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B?

Have your academic transcripts, degree certificates, and a credential evaluation ready if your degree is from outside the U.S. Also prepare a detailed resume that maps your experience to the degree-level duties the role requires. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the connection between your credentials and the specific BD position is not immediately clear from the initial petition.

What is the LCA and why does it matter for Business Development Officer roles?

The Labor Condition Application is a DOL filing your employer must submit before USCIS can approve the H-1B petition. It certifies the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your occupation code and work location, and that hiring you won't adversely affect similarly employed U.S. workers. Each office or client worksite where you'll regularly work needs its own certified LCA listing that specific address.

How long can I work as a Business Development Officer on H-1B status?

H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years in total. Beyond six years, continued H-1B extensions are possible only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification that has been pending for at least 365 days, allowing you to remain in status while pursuing permanent residence.