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What is the Best Work Visas for You?


Work Visas

People in countries around the world dream of having the opportunity to come to the United States. Many know that the jobs available in the USA pay better and have better conditions than anything available to them at home.

Since so many people are interested in visiting the United States, the rules have been getting more and more strict as to who can come in and why. Bevause of the lack of available U.S. workers, the U.S. government has established the Guest Worker program. This program provides qualified individuals with work visas, allowing them the ability to live and work in the United States anywhere from 3 months to 3 years (and beyond, under certain conditions).

There are many different types of visas reserved for various jobs, lengths of stay, and countries of origin. The U.S. has over sixty types of NonImmigrant visas alone. Maneuvering around and applying for these visas can be difficult, if not impossible for a single individual. More often than not, workers interested in acquiring a Work Visa have to apply for work with an International Recruiter. Recruiters are usually able to offer them a position in a U.S. business, and can provide aid and advice in choosing a status and location.

Nonimmigant visas typically have a limit placed upon them as to how many applicants can receive the status. With H-2B and H-1B visas, the cap is 66,000 individuals per year. The cap is divided into two periods of 33,000 applicants per period. It is notoriously difficult to get these types of visas, unless the applicant is able to apply as soon as the opportunity to do so arises. Applicants that wait to 30 days prior to the opening of the cap often miss out on the chance to be approved to hire nonimmigrant workers.

Summary of Types

USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) typically grants two types of visa: Immigrant and NonImmigrant. The first is permanent – get one of these and you're able to stay for good. The second type of visa is temporary, either on a temporary, seasonal, annual, or three-year basis. All Family and Employment-Based (EB) visas are immigrant visas, while most business visas and other non-employment (non-EB) visas are considered NonImmigrant visas.Every type of visa is assigned a letter (designating the type of visa) and a number (designating the subclass).

Employment Immigrant visas

EB-1

Reserved for Priority Workers. For foreign nationals of extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business or athletics.

EB-2

Reserved for professionals with advanced degrees or persons with exceptional ability in the sciences, arts or business.

EB-3Reserved for 'Skilled' or 'Professional Workers', defined as: foreign national professionals with bachelor's degrees not qualifying for a higher preference category; skilled workers with two years training; and experience and unskilled workers. In almost all cases, a job offer and labour certification is required. More recencently the introduction of Programmed Electronic Review Management (PERM) is making the application process more complicated but is cutting waiting times significantly.

EB-4

Special Immigrants. Reserved for religious workers, employees and former employees of the US government abroad.

Business

Business visas are all about how much money you are willing to invest into the United States. In some cases $100,000 or less could give you the chance to become a resident of the United States via an E-1 or E-2 visa.

Immigrant Business Visas

EB-5

Immigrant Investor visa. Reserved for those who set-up a business in the States with a minimum investment figure of at least $500,000. The business must create or stimulate the employment of US nationals in an area designated as a Regional Center, or $1 million elsewhere. The EB-5 is the only business visa that provides immediate permanent residency to the applicant, his or her spouse and any children under 21. Often the EB-5 designation is presented as a 'retirement' visa, but it is in fact a 'passive' investment visa (meaning you do not have to actively participate in the business).

Non-immigrant Business Visas

E Treaty Traders and Investors

A Treaty Trader is an individual from a country with which the US has a trade treaty.

E-1

Treaty Trader. Reserved for those carrying out trade of an international nature. Typically granted to those doing business on their own behalf, but also alloted for individuals doing business as the employee of a foreign business.

E-2

Treaty Investor. The E-2 is for those who invest a 'substantial' amount of capital in a US enterprise that they are seeking to develop. This designation is often popular with business-oriented individuals from the British Isles. Typically granted for three years, renewals can be gained should the business continue to meet the requirements. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 years of age are able to accompany the primary beneficiaries.

B-1

Temporary Business Visitor. This designation permits temporary residence in the US for a specific, limited period. During this period, beneficiaries cannot normally take 'gainful employment', receive a salary from a US source or participate as a professional in entertainment or sporting events (where there is a cash prize, or other economic incentive). B-1 visas are often given to those travelling to the United States for a period between 2 weeks to 6 months, for the purposes of signing trade agreements or attending conventions related to their primary business.

Misc. Status

B-2

Reserved for those who don't qualify for any of the above. The B-2 designations is often referred to as the "Holiday Visa". It permits a stay of up to six months in the US. An interview with a consular officer is required to obtain a B-2 visa, and it is unlawful to engage in any type of work in the United States while under this status. As of late, residents of certain countries have been receiving authorizations for up to 5-10 years; they are only permitted, however, to remain in the United States for up to six months (unless they specifically petition otherwise).

F-1 Student visa. Reserved for individuals between the ages of 18 and 55. Permits a stay of up to seven years, provided the beneficiary remains enrolled in a U.S. college or University throughout the duration of his/her stay.

J-1 Exchange program visa. This designation is popular with students from countries around the world. Typically reserved for the "summer season" (for Northern Hemisphere countries) and "winter season" (Southern Hemisphere countries).

Family

US citizens can sponsor relatives to gain permanent residency in America, but they have to be defined as 'immediate family'. If you are eligible, however, don't expect to be able to leave in a hurry. This process can take a number of years, and is usually quite cumbersome. There are four types of Family visas, all subject to annual quotas.

F-1

Reserved for Unmarried sons and daughters of US citizens who are over 21 years of age. Also alloted towards Exchange Students studying in U.S. universities. Processing period is one to five years.

F-2A

Reserved for Spouses and unmarried children under 21 of a US permanent resident.

Processing period is one to five years.

F-2B

Reserved for Unmarried sons and daughters over 21 of a US permanent resident.

Processing period is one to seven years.

F-3

Reserved for Married sons and daughter of US citizens.

Processing period is typically one to five years.

F-4

Reserved for Biological siblings of US citizens.

Processing period tends to be five to seven years.

Non-immigrant visas

H-1B

Speciality Worker

Reserved for professions in which specific labour shortages are experienced in specialised industries. Qualifications for the via include college education and extraordinary ability.

H-2A

Reserved for temporary and seasonal agriculture workers. This program supplements the needs of farms, greenhouses, and other agriculturally-oriented businesses throughout the United States. There is no cap on this visa status, but the requirements placed upon the employers are very strict.

H-2B

Reserved for temporary and seasonal unskilled NonImmigrant workers. This visa is typically sought by employers and workers in the Hospitality, Tourism, Construction, Landscaping, and other unskilled industries.

Other H-class visasReserved for nurses working in health professional shortage areas, trainees in various industries, truck drivers, and other such professions.

Intracompany Transfers – Employees of foreign companies with parent companies, branches or subsidiaries in the US are able to work in the United States under the L Intracompany Transferee visa designation.

L-1A

Reserved for executive or managerial roles. Also used by UK business owners to transfer to a US branch of their company.

L-1BThis status covers specialised skills and knowledge.

L-2

Reserved for the spouses and children of recipients of L-1A and L-1B visas (spouses are able to work on the L-2 visa).


H-1B Visa Availibility

Recommended Work Visa- H-2B

H2B Work Visa Details

The H2B work visa is a status that is designated for individuals who will be employed in nonagricultural positions which are seasonal, intermittent or that can be labelled a one time occurrence. Qualifying positions include those in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Tourism, Landscaping, Construction, and other unskilled worker categories.

Spouses and children of H2B visa holders may enter and remain in the US in H4 status. H4 visa holders may attend school in the US but are not legally allowed to be employed.

For whom is the H2B Work Visa appropriate?

US. companies hiring foreign nationals to perform temporary work for which there are no US workers are available.

What are the requirements for obtaining an H2B Work Visa?

A worker that qualifies for the H-2B Worker program is a temporary/seasonal worker coming temporarily to the United States to perform temporary/seasonal services or labor. This worker must not displace U.S. workers capable of performing the job, and whose employment is not adversely affecting the wage and working conditions of U.S. workers.

In all cases, even though the H-2B work visa can be issued for up to one year, it is assumed that the temporary need has a "clear beginning and end" which will self-destruct in a year or less by a "prearranged date" when each non-immigrant worker must promptly return to a foreign shore. The temporary nature of needs lasting longer than 10 months are suspect and need to be "adequately justified." H-2B workers do not qualify for temporary work unless the underlying job itself is temporary.

Remaining in the U.S.A.

Many H-2B workers, upon entering the country, are able to find employment throughout various employment seasons. For example, employers that typically need workers during the summer seasons do not have as many jobs open during winter months, and thus are not able to make full use of H-2B workers. These workers may then find another employer needing workers for winter and spring months, and continue their stay in the U.S. without being required to return to their home country. This cycle can continue for up to three years, after which the non-immigrant worker must pursue a different status or return to their home.

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Sunil shrestha  says:
2 years ago

Dear sir/Madam,

I am 34 years old man. I have still valid visa for USA but I am not in USA this time time. So, I want to make working visa or any leagal status to saty USA. So,please advise me how to process to make leagally work in USA or to make legal stay. My email address is: sun5sun@hotmail.com

thank you

with best regards

Sunil Shrestha

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employeralliance  says:
2 years ago

Hello Mr. Sunil,

My best recommendation for you is to find a sponsoring employer in the United States interested in work visas. I can provide you with a few references, if you like. Send me an email (to the email in my profile), and we can go from there!

Marne Glenn Regulacion  says:
2 years ago

Dear sir/madam I would want to ask if i have chance of getting a visa? my grandma invited me to visit her.and she will be the one sponsoring my plane ticket back n fort also my allowance.I am already 29yrs old .married already and i have 1 child.pls can you give me some advice.tnks..

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employeralliance  says:
2 years ago

Marne,

If you are wanting to come to the United States to visit, you should be able to apply for a Tourist Visa. Have your grandmother write a letter of invitation, showing that you will be staying with her for a period of two weeks, and then going home. At your interview, simply show that your husband and child will be staying here, showing that you have something to come back to, and that you won't be staying here longer than you are supposed to.

ni made handeni  says:
2 years ago

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employeralliance  says:
2 years ago

It is interesting -- the overwhelming response I have been receiving from this Hub. There are so many people interested in working in the United States, and yet so many employers having to cut down on production due to not having enough staff.

marie  says:
2 years ago

my sister obtained H1b visa. she is still single and currently working in chicago. she can petition our parents using H4 visa as an extension of her H1b visa. what should i do to be able to join them. im single and 25 yeras old. thank you.

susan  says:
2 years ago

dear sir,

i worked as a nanny and housekeeper before in the US.i went home and now i'm i wanted to work again there. i'm asking for help from my employer if they can sponsor me and they are willing to do that but they don't know how and what are the procedures in doing so. please help me and my employer on what to do. thank you

susan  says:
2 years ago

dear sir,

i worked as a nanny and housekeeper before in the US.i went home and now i'm i wanted to work again there. i'm asking for help from my employer if they can sponsor me and they are willing to do that but they don't know how and what are the procedures in doing so. please help me and my employer on what to do. thank you

Ngawa Sherpa  says:
18 months ago

Dear sir,

can you tell details of H2B visa?

Khristine  says:
18 months ago

How can I get an emplyer to sponsor my h2b visa?I am a graduate of Accountancy here in the Philippines and I am very willing to accept any job offer in the US. I gained more than 2 years experience in the accounting fields. Please help me find employer in the US. Thank you very Much.

Here is my email add

pascuakhristine@yahoo. com ctl-KPascua@abs-cbn.com

Thanks Again

SHARMA THAKUR  says:
18 months ago

How can I get an emplyer to sponsor my h2b visa?I am a graduate of Accountancy here in the mt everest,Nepal and I am very willing to accept any job offer in the US. I gained more than 2 years experience in the accounting fields. Please help me find employer in the US. Thank you very Much.

Here is my email add sharma.thakur@gmail.com

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employeralliance  says:
18 months ago

If you are trying to locate an employer for a specific type of job, usually it is best to get on job search portals in the area that you are interested in working in. You can try Monster.com, Craigslist, CareerBuilder.com, and other such sites. If you find an employer, you can use a recruitment/placement firm to help with everything having to do with the visa and the transition.

Danilo Fuentes  says:
17 months ago

Hello,

I have about 50 candidates to h2b program!! I want to know if you have these petitions e if your company make all the process.If yes, how much it will be cost for each candidate?And... when the visa is denied, how much will be refundable?I`ll wait your reply as soon as possible!!Best regards!!

sweet  says:
17 months ago

hello, how can i get the best employer who give me a h2b visa? i am looking for a job as a live-in caregiver in USA can you help me? im willing to wait your reply at my email add sweetty_16@yahoo.com thank you...

Gabriela Vasquez  says:
17 months ago

hello, I am a Translation student college, and really I am interested to work in USA to practice my English but also I am single mother, so I'm looking for a visa or status that allow me to live or work in USA just with my kid (the child is almost 17 months)

santosh  says:
17 months ago

Dear sir/madam

I would like to know more details on your service.I am looking for h2b sponsor who can offer me a job in united states.Do i need to find the sponser myself or is it possible to hire the agents to play the role as va bridge between me and sponser?do you have such kind of service?Please provide me detail information so i can move forward and my email address is santosh_d_karki@hotmail.com.thank you

Evelyn A. Sy  says:
16 months ago

Dear Sir/Madame :

I am Mrs. Evelyn A. Sy I finished my caregiver certificate and I am very eager to work as caregiver in a private or any good values family to assist and help whatever they need me. My problem now is how can I find a good employer and work under H2B Visa application form. I can also work housekeeping or some other household works. I need a work now and I am happy to know that one day I can find a job that fitted my qualification.

Thank you so much and GOD bless !

Sincerely yours,

Mrs. Evelyn A. Sy

Fe Catura  says:
16 months ago

Dear Sir/Madam:

My husband entered the U.S. on June 2001. He said his application for work permit was denied. He is still in the U.S. up to now and working as Certified Nursing Assistant. Is there any chance that he can make his stay legal?

Thank you very much.

Subodh Pokharel  says:
16 months ago

Dear sir/Madam,

I am 35 years old man. I have still B1/B2 valid visa for USA but I am not in USA at the moment. So, I want to make working visa or any leagal status to saty USA with my family (Wife and a Son only). So,please advise me how to process to make leagally work in USA or to make legal stay. My email address is: subodhpokharel@gmail.com

Thank you very much

Yours Faithfully,

Subodh Pokharel

umesh  says:
15 months ago

Dear sir/Madam,

I am 26 years old man.How can I get an emplyer to sponsor my h2b visa?I am a IT Hardware Technician here in ,Nepal and I am very willing to accept any job offer in the US. I gained more than 2 years experience in the IT technician fields. i have work in IT hardware technican in Abhu Dhabi, Uae. Now a days m working here (Kathmandu) Please help me find employer in the US. Thank you very Much.

Here is my email add umesh.kh@gmail.com

josephine  says:
15 months ago

hello,

i am married woman and wanted to apply for a tourist visa for my husband, me and my son. my husband still working, and my son still studying here in the phil. I am only a simple housewife, how can i be sure that i can have an approve tourist visa for the 3 of us. thnk you very much. my email address: juicy_tia@yahoo.com

Niamh  says:
15 months ago

Dear sir/maddam

I am studying fashion in Ireland and I have to do two weeks work experience. I have been offered to do it in new york, I will not be getting paid but do i still need a working visa?

HJL  says:
14 months ago

Dear Sir/madam,

I currently hold a USA green card and i am approaching the date when i can apply for citizenship. My partner does not live in the US and does not have a visa. He is 22 and has a master degree in International Business. Next September he wishes to move to America with me. What visa is best for him and can you recommend any good graduate employers who are willing to sponsor?

Kindest Regards

Prasad Rai  says:
13 months ago

I do counselling service for abroad going eligible people from Nepal.At present I am doing tlhis for middle east countries and I would like to expand the same toward the USA. I would be obliged if you response me that what to be done to reach the goal.

Regard

Prasad Rai

MMCS P.Ltd

Kathmandu Nepal

ADAMSON EVAWOMAHA  says:
13 months ago

Dear Sir/Ma

Am a fresh and young graduate accounting graduate from lagos state university in nigeria. i would like to move over to the U.S to work and further my education, how do i go about it? can you please link me up to an organisation which is willing to employ me and sponsor me.

Thanks in anticipation.

ADAMSON EVAWOMAHA  says:
13 months ago

MY E.MAIL IS evahadams@yahoo.com

THANKS

ADAMSON EVAWOMAHA  says:
13 months ago

MY E.MAIL IS evahadams@yahoo.com

THANKS

Debora  says:
13 months ago

Dear Sir.Madam

I am 25 years old, with experience in Hospitality Industry, I am intereted in getting an H2B Visa for 2009. I worked in the USA for 18 months under the J1 Visa and came back to my country in Sep/2008 (2 Months ago). I am not sure if I would be able to get a H2B for the next year and what sould I do to do so.

I Thank you in advance

Debora

milet dizon  says:
13 months ago

Dear Sir/Madam,hi im milet dizon fromphilippines i would like to know how to get a H2B visa or to apply for it,im a Bachelor of Secondary Education graduate.I have my parents and my siblings their in USA what should i do so that i can get a H2B visa what are the necessary requirements needed in applying that kind of visa?please kindly send me an email thru my email add zydreilaine4@yahoo.com thank you and Godbless...

kumarvel  says:
12 months ago

hello sir, i will join to USA jobs. please tell to more information

kobit  says:
12 months ago

hi want to apply as h2b.how can i apply?

angel  says:
12 months ago

hi!

Im a public school teacher here in the philippines this summer april to may is vacation time from work, my bf inviting me to have a vacation in USA, he cannot visit me here cause of hectic schedules this time...thats why we are trying to just get tourist visa ...so i can visit him.....but my question is this ok for me to apply a tourist visa ...do it will not cause conflict for our future plan to get a fiance visa...

may be after my visit to USA we will fill for a fiance visa...or may be he will visit me here too if he will be free in his work soon..The point there we will just used this summer to be together in USA.

pls...email here..thank you.....justine_ark@yahoo.com

julius grasparil  says:
12 months ago

hi if my uncle wants me to manage her bussines branche in florida there are posible to get me a h2b visa what are things to do if i want to go in florida tnx ill wait for your reply and can you give me a best employer im medical clerk in 1 of the finest clinic in the philipphines here's my email add corrius_152000@yahoo.com thanks i hope you help me

ramona  says:
11 months ago

hello,

where can i find an h2b extensionn for chicago?

I am currently working with an h2b in florida for a country club.

thank you!

rramona_ilie@yahoo.com

Needhelp  says:
10 months ago

I am 39 years old man. I have still valid visa for USA but I am not in USA this time. I want to change my visitor visa and make it a working visa or any leagal status to stay/work, i have American citizen kids thats born there 1 year ago i just want to work and take care of them what can there mother which is a born citizen do and myself ?. im a computer tech...So please advise me how to leagally work in USA.

Thanks needhelp

licyl  says:
10 months ago

A friend tell me what she read from news paper she saw a job opportunity of a housekeeper in florida no experience needed, highschool graduate are welcome so that we decide to go there all requirements is really fit to us.I only have training of housekeeping at TESDA WOMEN's CENTER & have national certificate II (NC2) PASSED & now handle a license OF housekeeping.I have also an On the job training from SUPERFFERY as cabin steward and linen & laundry attendant at LAUNDRY. Now i & my friend applying at that agency,we conduct an orientation & surprisingly opportunity is really good so i just want to try it but our friend in arizona informing us what we need to check before we decide to go in that agency so that i ask some documents needed in US embasssy to apply H2V & its really important that we have all of that before we interview of US console of Embassy.may i want to know if i its really have a job offer from US of housekeeper?

thnks a lot

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Joenel  says:
10 months ago

Im Joenel Salinas, 39 years old and a Social Worker from the Philippines..I will be going back to my country few weeks from now after 18 months of being away from my family. I worked as a Camp Counselor in North Carolina at a wilderness program for at risk teenagers ages 11 to 16 years old.I have one question..Im a J1 visa holder and requires me to have a 2 years home residency before I can come back here in San Francisco. My uncle owns a carehomes here for the elderly and wanted to sponsor me for a working visa..What are the steps or processes involved in sponsoring me for a working visa?..What are the steps that I need to do when I go back home? How long would it take? Is there a waiver that i need to apply inorder not to wait for the 2 years home residency..Please advise me..Thank you..

Sincerely,

Joenel Salinas

lokesh  says:
9 months ago

Hi,My visa status is H4.I have around 5+ years of experience in teaching chemistry and biology in caribbean island.I would like to apply for teaching jobs in US.Could you please explain me how to apply for teaching jobs from h4 status.My emali id megaloke@yahoo.co.in

Thanks

sabina silwal  says:
9 months ago

Dear Sir/Madam,

hi i am sabina i like to working there in house keepink so is this possibleso please help me .& who to apply in this matter. so plz suggest me thank u

my email add :- sabinabhandari@hotmail.com.np

i hope some one mail me

satyendra singh  says:
8 months ago

dear sir,

i am 35 years of age may i get student visa please help my imail id is ssatyendra75@yahoo.in

satyendra singh

sabina shrestha  says:
8 months ago

i worked 3 years in israel in 5 stars hotel as a cleaner. now i am in nepal and have nothing job. please i want apply for house kepping in hotel.what i have to do for this.

subrestha2004@yahoo.com

Alice coratchia  says:
8 months ago

I'm from the Philippines. How can I be able to get a sponsorship to be able to work in US. It's very hard to find jobs here in the Philippines not only because of the global crisis but the companies always consider the age even if you are fit to work. I have three kids and i have to send them to school that's why I want to earn big. So I ask for your help to please find me a sponsor to be able to work in US. hope to hear from you soon. Tnx and best regards.

lucia  says:
6 months ago

hello im 25 and have a 7yr old daughter, i want to move over to the us for a new life for the 2 of us...i want to start with a work visa any one know the next best step to take? any help would be great

Email is lucycinq1@hotmail.co.uk

laura herbert  says:
6 months ago

Hi, i am 27 years old and i am planning to move to New York to be with my partner who is an american citizen. I will be living with him so have accomodation to move into- we currently are not married. I am a paedicatric nurse in the UK and have discovered that my qualification on its own is not valid for me to practise, and in order for me to continue work in this field i would have to return to education. I would like to know firstly, what would be the best type of visa for me to apply for, and secondly, apart from returning to education, what my options in gaining a work visa are? I understand that i would need to find an employer, and was wondering if you could advise me in the best place to begin my search for a job if possible??

misslauraherbert@yahoo.co.uk

Mary Rose  says:
4 months ago

Hi sir/madam,Im from Philippines,27 years old.I already have an employer in USA and work there as a housekeeper,but we just dont know how to process it.Is it possible for me to get that job.Hope you can help us from these matter.Thanks so much...

ederose_4682@yahoo.com.ph

leo99  says:
4 months ago

Dear Sir/madam,

I am a single woman of 26 years old. i have work experience in hotel industry and i am currnetly working for india largest chain of hotel, The Taj group of hotels. i am a bhutanese citizen and i have degree certificate in hotel management and other credible certificates too.

i am looking for a career in USA and i also know that first we need to find a company who would sponsor the work visa. but i do not know how to identify these companies who would actually hire me. could you help me out please

manoj  says:
4 months ago

I have a cleaner job experiance. Now i am in nepal and have nothing job. please i want apply for cleaner job.What i have to do for this?

manoj  says:
4 months ago

I have a cleaner job experiance. Now i am in nepal and have nothing job. please i want apply for cleaner job.What i have to do for this?

manoj  says:
4 months ago

I have a cleaner job experiance. Now i am in nepal and have nothing job. please i want apply for cleaner job.What i have to do for this?

Julianne  says:
4 months ago

Hi, I am a filipina and just recently married to an american.I would like to enter the US in a work visa since my intension of going to the US is mainly for work and also so i could help my husband save for the future when we settle back here in my country Philippines.Is my marriage to an american hinder me to be granted a work visa and of entering the US in a work visa? Spousal visa will take long process and i dont want to waste my time wating for it and besides I dont have the intensions to live in the US for good. I just need to get a job and start saving now. Please help... Thank you and God bless...

Julianne

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alextatakol  says:
4 months ago

I am salahodin 24 years old from the Philippines. How can I be able to get a sponsorship to be able to work in NEW YORK? It's very hard to find jobs here in the Philippines not only because of the global crisis but the companies always consider the age even if you are fit to work. I stop studying that's why I want to earn big. So I ask for your help to please find me a sponsor to be able to work in NEW YORK. hope to hear from you soon. Tnx and God bless you always.

email me: slim_santos2000@yahoo.com

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employeralliance  says:
3 months ago

Manoj-- I would recommend finding a reputable recruiter in your area that deals with American employers. This route is traditionally easier to take than trying to find an employer on your own, as employers typically tend to go through recruiters. Make sure that the recruiter's policies do not conflict with any laws or regulations, and ask around to see if they really do provide jobs. There will always be people that say bad things about recruitment companies, as there is no way to guarantee whether or not they will get a visa.

Warning signs to look out for:

Recruiter is not willing to provide any contracts with U.S. recruiters or employers.

Recruiter demands a deposit up front without providing a Job/Work Order, Work Agreement, or other documents.

Recruiter charges a very large amount for their services. Most of the time, this means that they are simply reselling for another recruiter. If you haven't signed anything with them, go to other agencies to find someone with better prices.

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employeralliance  says:
3 months ago

Julianne-- In your case you should probably stick to the Marriage visa process. This will allow you to continue on to receiving permanent residency in the U.S. Even if it is not your intention now, you may decide otherwise in the future.

Contact the U.S. embassy regarding the possibility of visiting with your husband in the U.S. Fill out all of the applicable documents for a B2 Tourist Visa, and make sure to have sufficient proof that you will be returning to the Philippines (job, home, financial obligations, etc). Once you have a B2 status, you can speak to an attorney in the U.S. about applying for the marriage status in-country. Once you apply, you will have the opportunity to request Work Authorization. Doing things this way will keep you from having to go through the lengthy and expensive work visa process over and over.

glenda  says:
3 months ago

Im a 37 years old from philippines.I have an american boyfriend meet online, my bf inviting me so badly to come in the USA, he cannot visit me here cause of hectic schedules of his work...thats why we are trying to just get tourist visa ...so i can visit him.....but my question is this ok for me to apply a tourist visa ...do it will not cause conflict for our future plan to get a fiance visa... or he will come over here to marry me until i/he will process to get me to usa.

what is the best, simple and fastest way of visa that my bf and me be together in the future..

pls...email here..thank you.....marivic351971@yahoo.com

mariz  says:
5 weeks ago

hi! i want to visit my bf in the US this summer vacation. is it possible that he's the one you will process my visa in the US and sent it to me?

or how can i seek for an employer to sponsor me to work there?.. could my boyfriend can hire me as her daughter's private tutor?

Vendula  says:
5 weeks ago

Hi, me(17) and my friend (18) want to go next summer to alaska and working in seafood processing jobs for cca 2 months. Could you help me, which visa or working permit I need? mail: maulerova@gmail.com

Jacqueline  says:
3 weeks ago

Hi, I'm 14 years old and let's say I'm 17 years old and I auditioned for a role in a show and I got cast so I have to go to USA and my plane ticket will be sponsored and I will be staying in a room and board but I don't know how long I'll be staying there, can I get a visa? If so, what visa and what are the steps I need to do to get it? Do I need a parent or guardian with me? Must I pay for a visa? Please help me! *Urgent* Email: eve_wei07@hotmail.com

Jacqueline  says:
3 weeks ago

Hi, I'm 14 years old and let's say I'm 17 years old and I auditioned for a role in a show and I got cast so I have to go to USA and my plane ticket will be sponsored and I will be staying in a room and board but I don't know how long I'll be staying there, can I get a visa? If so, what visa and what are the steps I need to do to get it? Do I need a parent or guardian with me? Must I pay for a visa? Please help me! *Urgent* Email: eve_wei07@hotmail.com

chrislyn  says:
3 weeks ago

dear sir/madam ima caregiver grad.but no enough experience im looking for a job in the usa ,im willing to work in institution oras a live in caregiver ,how can i find a sponsor so i can work in the usa? thank u and hope for your reply heres my,yahoo mail d_chrislyn@yahoo.com

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