If you live abroad and are looking to engage in short-term business activities within the United States, you will likely need a visa (some individuals qualify for entry under their passport for short-term business visits but many require a visa stamp for such entries).  In such cases, the B-1 may be the best solution. This… [Read More]

Google has a staffer who is their “immigration fixer.” Her job is to help Google employees obtain their visas. Google spends $4.5 million every year taking care of visas, so they need someone overseeing their effort. Your business may not hire as many as employees as Google does, but if your organization deals with immigration… [Read More]

H-1B visas are among the most popular methods for employers to hire skilled workers who aren’t US citizens. In this blog entry, we’re going to discuss the process of obtaining an H-1B and discuss some of the key requirements and regulations. The H-1B visa is a dual intent visa. In other words, the visa holder… [Read More]

As as business owner or manager, it’s important to be sure that your hiring practices comply with immigration law. If you hire someone who is not authorized to work in the United States, that can make you subject to fines and other penalties. How do you know if you’re hiring someone who is legally authorized… [Read More]

“How can I help an employee within my organization live and work in the United States?” In today’s interconnected world, collaboration across borders is more important than ever. Yet, immigration law can feel like a maze of puzzles when trying to move employees around the globe. Working to help employees relocateinto the country without violating… [Read More]