WORK VISA - UNITED STATES
US Work visa enables skilled and unskilled workers the opportunity to work and live in the United States through sponsorship. Every year, the United States welcomes a large number of foreign workers in a wide range of industries and under different employment categories. All foreign workers are required to obtain permission to enter and work legally in the United States. These different work visa categories have different requirements. An individual is required to adhere to these terms & conditions to gain entry and work.
Temporary (Nonimmigrant) WorkerUS immigration services allows temporary workers to lawfully engage in employment under this category. The American employer is required to apply for non immigrant temporary worker visa. There are various work fields of employment and visa category including agriculture, non-agriculture, medical and religious worker. The length of the visa is up to one year and can be extended up to maximum of three years. The applicant must show the job offer letter from a US employer.
Permanent (immigrant) WorkerSkilled workforces who seek US immigration are encouraged to apply under permanent worker category. There are thousands of visas available every year for permanent workers who possess adequate skills, education and work experience. There are five subcategories according to the preference. The persons with extraordinary ability or is an executive in some field can apply under first preference permanent worker visa.
Temporary Visitor for BusinessA temporary visitor to US who wish to engage in business negotiations or to attend a business conference can apply for temporary business visa. The applicant must be on a short business trip and must have sufficient funds to bear the expenses.