E-Verify is an online platform that allows U.S. employers to determine whether or not an employee is in fact authorized to work in the United States. In general, the e-verify system is purely voluntary and free for employers. The system was developed and is managed by...
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H-1B Professional Visa
GENERAL The H-1B visa permits non-U.S. citizens to enter the United States and work within what is referred to as a “specialty occupation.” To obtain H-1B status, a U.S. employer must submit a petition on your behalf. This article provides an overview of...
How to Extend Your Stay in the United States
GENERAL As a nonimmigrant, you are only permitted to stay in the United States for a temporary period of time. The date in which you are required to leave the U.S., your departure date, will be marked on your I-94 Departure-Arrival Record, which is given to you...
Obtaining a Green Card through a Family Member
GENERAL In certain circumstances, family member of U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents (“LPRs”) may obtain a green card by virtue of their familial relationship to the U.S. citizen or LPR. This article provides on overview of the requirements for...
Obtaining a Green Card through Employment
GENERAL An immigrant is a Non-U.S. citizen who is authorized to permanently work and reside in the United States. Immigrants are also referred to as legal permanent residents, permanent residents, and green card holders. A green card is the document which...
The B visas: Entering the U.S. as Visitor
I. B-1: BUSINESS VISITOR VISA A. GENERAL The B-1 visa is for individuals who are entering the U.S. to conduct business for a relatively short period of time on behalf of their non-U.S. employer or for their own personal business purposes. B. B-1 VISA REQUIREMENTS...
The E-3 Visa: A Visa Exclusively for Australian Professionals
GENERAL The E-3 is a non-immigrant category established exclusively for Australians. The E-3 is a non-immigrant category that is identical to the H-1B, except it is exclusively for Australians. The E-3 visa permits Australian nationals to enter the United States...
The H-2 visa: Entering the U.S. as a Temporary or Seasonal Worker
GENERAL The H-2A or H-2B non-immigrant categories are for those entering the United States to perform temporary labor services for one year or less. This visa is general used to allow seasonal laborers to work in the United States during a harvest period or to...
The L-1 Visa: Entering the U.S. as a Company Transferee or Entrepreneur
GENERAL The L-1 visa permits foreign companies to transfer managers, executives or employees with specialized knowledge to the company’s U.S. branch, subsidiary, parent, affiliate or joint venture-partner. The L-1 visa can be used by individuals and companies that...
The O-1 Visa: Working in the U.S. as an Individual Involved in the Arts and Entertainment Industry
GENERAL There is no question that the United States is one of the hottest markets for individuals looking to establish a successful career in the entertainment industry and the arts in general. Whether you are an actor, photographer, singer, writer or artists of...