Employment-based Immigration

Employment-based immigration encompasses a wide variety of legal pathways that allow foreign professionals, skilled workers, and executives to enter the United States. Whether your company needs to bring in talent temporarily or sponsor a key employee for lawful permanent residency, navigating the business immigration framework effectively is crucial for operational growth.

U.S. business visas generally fall into two distinct legal categories:

1. Temporary Work Visas (Nonimmigrant Visas)
These visas are designed for individuals who intend to work in the United States for a specific, limited duration and return to their home country upon expiration. They are ideal for filling immediate talent shortages, corporate transfers, or specialized projects.

• Common Types: H-1B (Specialty Occupations), TN (NAFTA Professionals from Mexico/Canada), L-1 (Intracompany Transferees), and O-1 (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability).

2. Permanent Work Visas (Immigrant Visas)
These visas are for foreign professionals intending to live and work in the United States permanently. Upon approval, these categories grant the employee a Green Card based on their employment sponsorship.

• Common Types: EB-1 (Priority Workers/Executives), EB-2 (Advanced Degree/Exceptional Ability), and EB-3 (Skilled, Professional, and Other Workers). Most permanent visas require navigating the DOL PERM Labor Certification process.

How Paso del Norte Law Firm Can Help Your Business
Sponsoring a foreign worker involves strict Department of Labor (DOL) compliance, complex wage determinations, and rigid filing timelines. Mistakes can lead to costly delays, audits, or denials.

Secure your workforce. Contact Paso del Norte Law Firm today to schedule a corporate consultation regarding your employment visa needs.