There are several methods you can employ in order to apply for a visa to work in California. You can come to the U.S. in order to do so. You can also make an application while you are still in your own country. There is a certain process that you will need to go through if you are applying while
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More than twice as many H-2B visas to be available for summerseason
For employers in California, the availability of H-2B visas has a big impact on the potential hiring pool. The number of them that the government offers varies from year to year, and for the specific categories that use this kind of visa, it is a core part of their labor market and source of employees.
H-2B visas
The H-2B visa…
What is consular processing?
An immigrant can apply for a green card after receiving their approved immigration petition and available immigration number. Someone in the US can apply for permanent citizenship without returning to their home country. An immigrant outside the US can apply with the US Department of State consulate abroad. The second pathway is the consular processing nationwide.
Determine the basis to…
Working in the US as a foreigner requires you to obtain a visa
Obtaining a job in California requires you to follow specific requirements when you come to the United States as a foreigner. Understanding this process is essential as you’ll need to acquire a visa to work legally.
Working in the United States
If you’re a foreigner wanting to work in the United States, a standard method is to work temporarily as…
The real impact of immigration enforcement on U.S. children
Living with a person who is undocumented is highly common in California, and oftentimes, that individual has children. It’s not hard to imagine why these children of immigrant families suffer serious consequences when one or both parents don’t have their documentation for legal citizenship.
These consequences may affect children both physically and mentally, and the issues also have the potential…
Employment-based visas are more accessible than ever
Good news is available for people who are planning to immigrate to the United States for employment. If you plan to work in the state of California, your chances for legal residency are now better than ever. This is due to the very large number of employment-based visas that the USCIS has now made available.
Now is the time to…
What is Direct Consular Filing (DCF) in California?
If you are looking to sponsor a family member for immigration in California, you may have heard of Direct Consular Filing (DCF). But what is it, exactly? And how does it work? Read on to find out more.
What is Direct Consular Filing?
Direct Consular Filing (DCF) is a process by which an individual can sponsor a family member for…
An Easy Read Summary of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022
By David Hirson
Note: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or the creation of any attorney and client relationship. Legal advice must be obtained for specific questions from your immigration lawyer after formal engagement.
On Tuesday, March 15, 2022, President Biden signed an omnibus spending package that included an EB-5 bill that provides, effective immediately, for…
Understand the difference between the four U.S. work visas
If you reside in another country, getting a job in the United States can be done by obtaining a work visa. If you’d like to be employed in California, you need to know the best type of employment visa to obtain for your unique situation. Visiting the area for business or as a student also requires a visa. Below is…
2021 PERM processing time
When you’re waiting for official paperwork to be processed, you’re likely nervous and a little impatient, especially if the paperwork will determine your success in the future. PERM processing time periods could take a considerable amount of time. If you’re a California resident, here is some information you can refer to when it comes to processing times.
What is PERM…