Chicago Temporary Work Visas

Chicago Temporary Work Visas

Managing the temporary work visa process can be overwhelming and challenging for foreign nationals seeking job opportunities. Chicago is a hub of exciting and fulfilling employment in various industries that welcome foreign talent. Having a Chicago work visa attorney at your side is critical to ensuring the most successful outcome.

The lawyers at Scott D. Pollock & Associates, P.C. understand how to best navigate temporary employment visa options. Let our Chicago immigration attorneys use their knowledge and experience to help you become an integral part of Chicago’s economy and access the vast opportunities in the “Windy City.”

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Temporary Nonimmigrant Work Visas

Temporary work visas are for those who will be working in Chicago for a fixed time period. An employer usually files a petition for a specific type of temporary work needed with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The potential employee must submit an approved work visa application before entering the United States.

As you begin your journey to Chicago, you should consider several categories of temporary nonimmigrant work visas. An immigration lawyer at  Scott D. Pollock & Associates, P.C. in Chicago can advise you through the entire process.

 

H Visas

H-1B visas are for those in specialized fields such as healthcare, engineering, and technology, but other fields may also be considered. A bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent is generally the minimum education needed for an H-1B. The employer must prove that no U.S. citizen is available for the position.

An H-1B expires after three years, but it is possible to add a one to three-year extension if the employer and employee agree. There is a cap on H-1B visas, and applying for one involves a lottery. Hiring a Chicago H-1B lawyer to guide employers and employees during the process usually results in more positive outcomes.

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H-2A and H-2B visas are for seasonal workers. H-2A applies to agriculture workers, while an H-2B applies to non-agricultural seasonal work. Examples of H-2B fields include hospitality, construction, theme parks, and more. Both of these visas expire after one year.

H-3 visas are for those seeking specialized training, except in graduate medical school or training. H-3 visas are also for those who want training in working with people with special needs. The skills trainees earn here while on an H-3 visa are then taken back to the trainee’s home country.

L Visas

Chicago is a center of business opportunities. Our experienced L visa attorneys are ready to assist you with your intracompany transfers. The L-1A visa allows an employer to transfer an executive/manager from one of its foreign offices to a U.S. office. An L-1A visa also allows a foreign company to send an executive/manager to the U.S. to establish a new office.

The L-1B visa enables a U.S. company to transfer someone with specialized knowledge from one of its foreign offices to an office in the United States. An L-1B visa also lets a foreign company send an employee with specialized skills to the U.S. to help establish a new office.

TN Visas

The TN visa is for NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) professionals. The TN visa allows qualified Canadian and Mexican citizens to come to the U.S. to engage in professional business activities. The TN visa is meant to stimulate economic growth and trade between the three countries.

Skilled Work Visa Attorneys in Chicago

Chicago is a city of opportunity in a land of opportunity. But navigating the temporary work visa process can be tricky, which is why our experienced and knowledgeable work visa lawyers provide comprehensive support in all work visa categories. Whether you’re seeking an H visa for a specialized type of work, an intracompany transfer L visa, or a TN visa for NAFTA professionals, we’ve got you covered.

If you are ready to be a part of Chicago’s hub of economic opportunity, we are here to help.

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