A. Overview What is the J-1 Visitor Exchange Program? The exchange visitor program for trainees (J-1) was created to promote educational and cultural exchange between the U.S. and other countries. J-1 status can be obtained by individuals who wish to enter the U.S. to...
There are many options for those who wish to relocate to the U.S. for the purposes of starting a business. However, two of the most commonly used business visas are the L-1 visa and the E-2 visa. This blog article compares the two visa classifications. L-1 Visa –...
Many people dream of immigration to many other nations, the US and Canada being some of the most desirable places. People visit or move to different countries for different purposes. There is a multitude of reasons for this. Irrespective of the reason, there may be...
All those Canadian citizens who are cannot obtain a US waiver must be aware of the fact that the entire process of US immigration is as easy as it may appear to be. There are individuals who have not yet had the experience of going through the...
E-Verify is an online platform that allows U.S. employers to determine whether or not an employee is in fact authorized to work in the United States. In general, the e-verify system is purely voluntary and free for employers. The system was developed and is managed by...
GENERAL The H-1B visa permits non-U.S. citizens to enter the United States and work within what is referred to as a “specialty occupation.” To obtain H-1B status, a U.S. employer must submit a petition on your behalf. This article provides an overview of...
GENERAL As a nonimmigrant, you are only permitted to stay in the United States for a temporary period of time. The date in which you are required to leave the U.S., your departure date, will be marked on your I-94 Departure-Arrival Record, which is given to you...
GENERAL In certain circumstances, family member of U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents (“LPRs”) may obtain a green card by virtue of their familial relationship to the U.S. citizen or LPR. This article provides on overview of the requirements for...
GENERAL An immigrant is a Non-U.S. citizen who is authorized to permanently work and reside in the United States. Immigrants are also referred to as legal permanent residents, permanent residents, and green card holders. A green card is the document which...
I. B-1: BUSINESS VISITOR VISA A. GENERAL The B-1 visa is for individuals who are entering the U.S. to conduct business for a relatively short period of time on behalf of their non-U.S. employer or for their own personal business purposes. B. B-1 VISA REQUIREMENTS...