CATEGORIES OF TEMPORARY WORKER VISAS IN THE UNITED STATES

A visa must be obtained before a person may go to the United States for employment. Visas fall into two categories: temporary nonimmigrant visas and immigrant visas, which are needed for those who want to live permanently in the United States. The United States government provides visas for students, exchange visits, temporary business travelers, and both permanent and temporary workers. The kind of visa needed will depend on the worker’s employment status, the kind of job they want to do, their eligibility to work in the United States, and the employer. Being informed of changes is essential since the US visa system is always changing. Every visa category has certain criteria, limitations, and time frames for allowed stays in the United States. People must abide by the conditions listed on the application; failing to do so may result in deportation or a refusal of permission to enter the United States again. The following temporary labor visas are offered by the US Department of State: H-1b: Individual with a specialized job For those who work in specialized occupations, this visa is offered. A higher education degree or its equivalent is required for the H-1b visa. Fashion models of exceptional worth and skill, experts doing government-to-government research and development, and persons involved in co-producing projects managed by the US Department of Defense are examples of people who might fit into this category. H-2a: Temporary Employee in Agriculture For those who work in agriculture on a temporary or seasonal basis, the h-2a visa was developed. With rare exceptions made if it is thought to be in the best interests of the United States, this visa is only available to residents or nationals of certain nations. H-2b: Non-agricultural Temporary Employee For temporary or seasonal non-agricultural labor, this visa is ideal. With few exceptions made if it is thought to be in the best interests of the United States, it is restricted to residents or citizens of certain nations. h-3: Visitor for special education or trainee The H-3 visa is intended for those who want to pursue training that is not offered in their native country, such as graduate medical or academic studies. Furthermore, people looking for hands-on training programs in the education of kids with mental, physical, or emotional problems may apply for this visa. l: Transferee inside the firm This visa is intended for those who have positions requiring specialist expertise or who work in a marginal or executive role in a branch, parent, affiliate, or subsidiary of their present firm. The candidate must have worked for the same company overseas for a full year during the three years prior to the interview. o: a person of exceptional talent or accomplishment Those with exceptional talent or accomplishment in the sciences, arts, business, education, sports, or the motion picture and television industries are eligible for the O visa. The accomplishment has to be supported by consistent national or worldwide recognition. The visa permits the holders to operate in the United States in their area of specialization and may be extended to those who provide necessary services to assist the very well-known individual. p-1: a person, a team, or a participant in an entertainment group This visa is appropriate for those who compete in sports as athletes or as members of entertainment groups. An globally acknowledged standard of continuous performance is necessary for the P-1 visa. Those who provide vital assistance to the aforementioned person may be granted an extension of this visa. P-2: Performer or artist (solo or in a group) Individuals who participate in traditional ethnic, folk, cultural, musical, dramatic, or artistic performances or presentations, or who teach or coach under a curriculum that is culturally distinct, are eligible for the P-2 visa. Those who provide vital assistance to the aforementioned person may be granted an extension of this visa. Q-1: taking part in a program of foreign cultural exchange This visa is intended for those who participate in international cultural exchange programs and gain hands-on training and employment while sharing the history, customs, and culture of their native country. labor certification (perm): Before submitting the petition for a nonimmigrant worker, certain temporary worker visa categories need your potential employer to acquire a labor certification or other permission from the US Department of Labor on your behalf. To find out if you need labor certification, your potential employer should go over the guidelines with an immigration lawyer. For any inquiries about work permits or other matters related to immigration law, please contact Henry Lim at lim & associates, p.a. at (407) 897-8870.