The H-2 visa programs have been a lifeline for many industries in Florida and beyond, connecting employers with skilled foreign workers who can help drive business growth and innovation. In December 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced...
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How to sponsor an employee for an H-1B visa
In 2023, applications for the H-1B visa increased by 61% to 780,884. This number far exceeds the visa program’s annual cap of 85,000, highlighting the intense competition for global talents seeking to enter the U.S. for work. Through the H-1B visa program, U.S....
Know which immigration visa is needed before applying
When immigrating to Florida, a person must navigate a complex system to get all of his or her paperwork in order. U.S. immigration policies offer several types of visas, including nonimmigrant and immigrant visa statuses. Those who plan to become permanent residents...
Immigrant workers may encounter challenges in the hiring process
Many Florida residents work from home while others commute to their job each day. Either way, immigrants often encounter challenges regarding legal status and work eligibility during the hiring process. To avoid such problems, it is best to learn as much as one can...
Many people say U.S. employers benefit from immigration
A recent publication noted that U.S. counties in Florida and elsewhere that have a substantial number of immigrants have also enjoyed significant economic gains in the past 30 years. And there are additional benefits to employment-based immigration in relation to...
Employment immigration problems? A few things to know
A person who is adept in a specialized field -- such as athletics, medical work or research -- might travel to Florida or elsewhere in the United States to work. Having an extraordinary ability in a specialized field often creates eligibility to apply for a...
Employment immigration: Don’t fall for a hoax
Being offered a job in Florida or elsewhere in the United States can be very exciting for a person who plans to emigrate from another country of origin. Problems can arise, however, if a person allows his or her excitement to take priority over careful planning and...
Employment immigration: These jobs might be options for you
There are numerous reasons tens of thousands of people want to immigrate to Florida to work and live. Employment immigration policies allow men and women who qualify to apply for visas through prospective employers. U.S. employers are obligated to make sure they are...
Employment immigration: Where permanent workers can find support
A foreign national cannot simply dream of working in Florida or elsewhere in the states then hop on a plane and come here looking for a job. The employment immigration system exists to help people interested in obtaining work visas. Any number of legal problems can...
Employment immigration: If legal problems arise
Many foreign nationals arrive in Florida arrive under a particular legal status. Employment immigration visas allow immigrants who satisfy eligibility requirements to live and work in the United States. There are three preference categories under an EB status. It can...