What is employment-based immigration?
FOR AN INITIAL FREE CONSULTATION CALL: Tel: (800) 568 7601, (760) 231-9851 In the UK call 0207-101-9399 email: info@usvisasolutions.com As an initial point it is important to understand the difference between an Imigrant visa, commonly known as a ‘Green card’ and a non imigrant visa such as an H-1b, L-1 or E-2 FAQ-Employment based Green cards. 1. Do I need to be sponsored by a US based Employer? 2. What must this employer/sponsor do? 3. What is PERM or the labor certification process? 4. How long does the process take? 5. Do I need any particular skills or qualifications to apply for an employment based green card? Do I need to be sponsored by a US employer? With certain limited exceptions, foreign workers must be sponsored by a US based employer to obtain a green card. What must an employer do to sponsor me for a green card? With the exception of Persons of Extraordinary Ability and Intra Company Transferees, persons seeking to apply for an employment based green card must have an off
