Visas
Temporary Employment Visa H-L-O-P-Q
Details:
Generally, a citizen of a foreign country who wishes to enter the United States must first obtain a visa, either a nonimmigrant visa for a temporary stay, or an immigrant visa for permanent residence. Temporary employment visas are for people who want to enter the U.S. for a job that lasts for a specific period of time and are not considered permanent or indefinite. Each of these visas requires the prospective employer to first submit a petition to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). An approved petition is necessary to apply for a temporary employment visa.
The temporary employment visa categories are:
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H-1B: Person in a Specialty Occupation

To work in a specialty occupation. Requires an advanced degree or its equivalent.


H-1B1: Free Trade Agreement (FTA) - Chile, Singapore

To work in a specialty occupation. Requires a secondary degree that signifies at least 4 years of study in that specialization (This visa does not require a previous petition).


H-2A: Seasonal Farmer

For temporary or seasonal agricultural work. Limited to citizens or nationals of certain countries only.


H-2B: Non-Temporary Farmer

For temporary or seasonal non-agricultural work. Limited to citizens or nationals of certain countries only.


H-3: Special Education or Training

To receive non-medical or non-academic training that is not available in the country of residence.


L: Intra-Company Transfer

To work in an affiliate, branch or subsidiary of the current employer, in a managerial or executive position. Must have worked at least one year with the employer.


OR: Individual with Parrots or Extraordinary Abilities

For individuals with extraordinary achievements or abilities in fields such as science, art, education, business, and athletics.


P-1: Individual or Team Athlete or Member of an Entertainment Group

To participate in a specific competition as a member of a team or individually.


P-2: Artist or Entertainment

To participate in a presentation as part of a reciprocal exchange between an American and a foreign organization.


Q-1: Cultural Exchange Participant

To participate in training, work or story exchange in a cultural exchange program between the U.S. and the foreign country.

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*Prior request is required

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Remember that for most of these visas it is necessary that your future employer has petitioned the USCIS on your behalf. For more information about this prior process do not hesitate to contact one of our agents.

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How long does it take?


The whole process until you have a decision on your Visa should take about 4-5 weeks (may vary by country).

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How long can you stay?

The Temporary Employment Visa allows you to remain in the United States for the duration of your employment contract.

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