If it's an H1B they would have to apply, submit on Apr 1st next year, see if he gets the VISA through our lottery system, and start around October if he gets it

If it's an H1B they would have to apply, submit on Apr 1st next year, see if he gets the VISA through our lottery system, and start around October if he gets it. It might be faster if the company has an international office and he can work from there.