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There is a wide range of employment visas available under U.S. immigration law. Let us find and pursue the right visa solutions for you. At IvyLaw Law Office, LLC, we care deeply about helping immigrants achieve their dream of working in the U.S. and helping companies build a strong workforce. We provide nationwide support on work visa and work permit matters. We are ready to help you pursue your unique goals from our Greenbelt, Maryland, office.
Understanding H-1B Visas
H-1B visas are designed for skilled professionals seeking temporary work in the U.S. To qualify, you must have a job offer for a specialty occupation from a U.S. employer. Your employer then has to file a petition for you using Form I-129. There is a per-year cap on these temporary work visas, so you might have to wait a while for one to become available.
What Are L-1 Visas?
L-1 visas allow qualifying international companies to temporarily transfer employees to a U.S. office or to start a U.S. office. To be eligible for such a visa, an employee must have worked in a foreign country for the transferring company for at least one straight year within the prior three-year period. Also, they must either be serving in an executive or managerial role (L-1A) or have specialized knowledge (L-1B). As with H-1B visas, an employer needs to file Form I-129 to petition for a L-1 visa for a transferee.
Seeking Permanent Residency Through An EB-1 Visa
Unlike H1-B and L-1 visas, EB-1 visas grant a worker permanent residency rather than just authorization for a short-term work stay. There are three main subcategories of individuals who can qualify for an EB-1 green card:
- Individuals who have extraordinary abilities
- Outstanding researchers and professors
- Multinational managers and executives
Those with extraordinary abilities can petition for a green card on their own, while the other two subcategories require employer sponsorship.
The Basics Of EB-2 Green Cards
EB-2 visas are another class of work-related green cards. They are for professionals with exceptional abilities or advanced degrees. They require visa sponsorship from an employer, unless you qualify for a national interest waiver. To be eligible for such a waiver, you need to show that your work benefits the U.S. significantly.
Pursuing A Work-Based Green Card
The process of seeking an EB-1 or EB-2 green card is complex, having many different requirements. In most cases, the employer needs to petition for a green card for the employee using Form I-140. For most EB-2 workers, employers have to get Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) certification prior to making this petition. Timelines can vary quite a bit for the overall process, depending on things like visa availability and the worker’s priority date. Our employment immigration team knows how to navigate the complexities of green card applications and can guide you through every stage.
Connect With Us Today For A Free Consultation
Whether you are seeking an H1-B, L-1, EB-1 or EB-2 visa, we are ready to put her knowledge and experience to work for you. Turn to us for trusted help pursuing your goals. You can set a free consultation with us by emailing our firm or calling us at 301-614-0811.