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Successful companies often seek to expand their operations. Growth may be localized or regional initially, but many companies eventually develop an international presence. Companies that started in other markets may eventually open facilities in the United States....
An H1B visa is used for employment purposes. Often, what happens is that a company identifies an employee whom they want to hire from another country. They offer this person a job and sponsor them so that they can get a visa and come take the position. In other words,...
An employer looking to hire a foreign worker in a specialty occupation needs to file an H-1B petition. Once it's approved, the professional you want to hire can enter the country and work for you in the specified position. However, you need to pay attention to all the...
Work-based immigration brings skilled, educated and experienced workers to the United States. Companies that struggle to fill positions with domestic talent can hire internationally instead. Part of that process involves securing a labor certification before assisting...
For people looking to immigrate to the United States, it is important to consider the different options available. One that works for some is to secure a job with an employer and then apply for an H1-B visa. While it is only an option for those with particular...
It isn’t often that immigration policies and employment regulations work together for the benefit of all, but the ICE Mutual Agreement between Government and Employers (IMAGE) program may be a standout exception. Launched by the U.S. Customs Enforcement (ICE), IMAGE...
Understanding the nuances between first, second and third-preference employment visas is helpful for immigrants hoping to work in the United States. Each preference category represents a different priority level for granting employment-based visas. The categories vary...
Both economic immigrants and refugees leave their home countries in search of a better life. However, the reasons and experiences behind their journeys are different. Economic immigrants seek opportunity, while refugees are fleeing from danger. Immigrants need to...
Transitioning from H-1B status to permanent residency in the United States is a major milestone for skilled immigrants. This transition offers stability and opens doors to more opportunities in the country. However, skilled immigrants often face barriers along the...
Many immigrant entrepreneurs have thriving enterprises in the United States. As these businesses grow, employers may need skilled employees from abroad to sustain and expand operations. Employers must understand the legal avenues to accomplish this objective while...