Employment-Based Visa and Green Card in San Francisco & San Jose
Employment-Based Visa and Green Card Services
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Are you an employer in need of legal services related to obtaining or filing an employment visa or green card? Our team of immigration law experts at Hurtubise Weber Law LLP in San Francisco and San Jose, California, can help. We understand how overwhelming and confusing immigration law can be. That’s why we offer our knowledge and expertise to ensure you have the best opportunity and all the resources you need. Contact Hurtubise Weber Law today to learn more about your options.
What is an employment-based Visa/Green Card?
Employment-based visas are temporary visas that allow a foreign national to live and work in the United States for a predetermined amount of time. An employment-based green card allows a foreign national to reside and work in the United States indefinitely. The employer provides sponsorship. There are many types of employment visas, and it can be difficult to know which one will best serve you. Our skilled team at Hurtubise Weber Law is committed to helping you find the employment visa that will work best for you and your goals. Contact our team today for more information.
The Types of Employment-Based Visas and Green Cards
Sorting through the numerous types of employment-based visas and green cards can begin to feel like alphabet soup. Fortunately, the team at Hurtubise Weber Law is well-versed in the range of those available, which include but are not limited to:
EB-2 VISA: To be eligible for the EB-2 visa, immigrants must obtain employment that requires an advanced degree (beyond a bachelor's). In addition, the prospective employer must prove that they attempted to recruit a U.S. citizen or green card holder for the position but were unable to find someone qualified. Some people are able to obtain an EB-2 visa without an employer if their skills are in the U.S. national interest.
EB-3 VISA: Immigrants eligible for the EB-3 visa must obtain employment that requires a bachelor's degree at minimum. Like the EB-2 visa, employers must prove that they tried recruiting from within the U.S. but did not find a qualified candidate. This type of visa is subject to a backlog of more than a decade for citizens of certain countries.
What is PERM? Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) is the first step foreign nationals can take to obtain an employment-based green card (an EB visa). This system allows applicants to receive a labor certification to work for a U.S. company. During the PERM process, employers must attempt to recruit a U.S. resident for the open position. Should no qualified candidate be found, they can begin the PERM labor certification application. If your small business is hoping to hire someone from another country, the attorneys at Hurtubise Weber Law can help you better understand PERM and how to bring over your new hire legally.
H-1B VISA: This is the most common work visa for professionals. Up to 85,000 are available each year, and recipients are approved for a maximum stay of six years. To be eligible, professionals must have a U.S. company sponsor with a job offer and must have earned employment in a "specialty occupation" that requires at least a bachelor's degree. Applicants are entered into a lottery system each year when they initially register. If they are selected in the lottery, then their company sponsor is allowed to submit a full H-1b visa application for consideration on their behalf.
Treaty Work Visas for Professionals: Nationals of certain countries may be eligible for a treaty work visa. Canadian and Mexican citizens can apply for a TN visa if their job is on the list of permitted professional occupations. The TN visa is valid for three years and can be renewed indefinitely. Australians can obtain a renewable E-3 visa. Individuals can apply at any time, and often their spouses are also welcome to apply for work authorization.
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