USA
United States of America
Employers in the USA looking to hire foreign workers need to navigate various work permit options. The current arrangements are subject to change at short notice. We have an Immigration Lawyer to manage every step of the process for you.
Here’s a comprehensive breakdown:
- General Work Permits
- H-1B Visa: For specialty occupations requiring a bachelor’s degree or higher. Employers must file a Labor Condition Application (LCA) and a petition with USCIS
- L-1 Visa: For intra-company transferees in managerial or executive positions or with specialized knowledge
- O-1 Visa: For individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics
- Employment Authorization Document (EAD)
- EAD: Allows individuals in certain immigration statuses to work in the USA. Employers must verify employment authorization using Form I-9
- J-1 Visa (Exchange Visitor Program)
- Purpose: For individuals participating in approved exchange programs, including research scholars, professors, and trainees
- Eligibility: Must be accepted into an approved program and meet specific requirements
- Application Process: Obtain Form DS-2019 from the program sponsor, pay the SEVIS fee, and apply for the J-1 visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate
- Special Conditions: Some J-1 visa holders may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement
- TN Visa (NAFTA Professionals)
- Purpose: For Canadian and Mexican citizens engaging in professional business activities under NAFTA
- Eligibility: Must be a citizen of Canada or Mexico, have a job offer in a qualifying profession, and meet the educational and experience requirements
- Application Process:
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- Canadian Citizens: Can apply for TN status at a U.S. port of entry with required documentation
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- Mexican Citizens: Must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate in Mexico
- Employer Responsibilities
- Verification: Employers must verify the employment authorization of all employees using Form I-9
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant immigration laws and regulations
Please arrange a call with us so we can explain these steps and requirements in more detail. They are crucial for successfully hiring international talent in the USA. We have resource management based in Mexico to ensure we can provide large work force orders to the USA.
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Local, In-State, and National Recruitment Solutions
At Job Bridge Global, we specialize in comprehensive workforce recruitment across the United States—tailored to meet the unique needs of your industry and location.
Industries We Serve:
- Equine & Thoroughbred
- Manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical
- Oil & Gas
- Utilities
- Engineering
- Assembly Line & Process Workers
Strategic Recruitment Approach:
We conduct a thorough labor market analysis starting at the county level, then expanding to statewide, and finally reaching nationwide if needed. This tiered approach ensures compliance with local hiring requirements while maximizing access to top talent across the U.S.
Precision Hiring at Every Level:
Whether you’re looking for skilled laborers, qualified engineers, or executive-level professionals, we match the right person to the right position with speed, care, and accuracy.
