Temporary Work Visas

In most cases, the employer (i.e., a private company, educational institution, or non-profit organization) must file a temporary work visa request on behalf of a specific foreign national to fill a particular position. The requirements for hiring foreign workers vary widely by job type and industry. Some work visa categories, such as the H-1B visa for professional workers in a specialty occupation, are limited by numerical caps or quotas. Other visa categories, including the TN “Trade NAFTA” work visa for Canadian and Mexican citizens and the E-3 visa for citizens of Australia, are restricted to specific nationalities. Visa categories like the H-3 and J-1 visas for trainees and the L-1A category for multi-national managers and executives are specific to position level. The temporary work visa petition process can be complex for employers and employees to navigate, so enlist the guidance of one of our skilled business immigration attorneys to help you identify the most strategic path forward.

If you are pursuing a temporary work visa petition, your employer will need to complete the required forms and file them with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS). Once USCIS approves the petition, you may need to attend an interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate in your home country. Some temporary visa categories also require certification from the U.S. Department of Labor. We encourage you to enlist our legal guidance during this process to ensure you have the support and resources you need to move forward with confidence.

Whether you need help securing a work visa for the first time or to extend or change your temporary visa status, our innovative team can help.