The H-1B visa remains one of the primary ways U.S. employers hire skilled foreign professionals. However, the annual cap on new H-1B visas creates intense competition each year. Understanding how the cap works—and how recent regulatory changes affect the selection...
Efficient global hiring is not just about money, it is also about how fast you can move people. Unique challenges surface during this process because immigration rules shape who can work, where and for how long. If international talent acquisition is part of your...
Entrepreneurs and executives often inquire about their eligibility for business or investor visas to enter the U.S. Both visa types facilitate entry through economic activities, but they have distinct rules, goals and eligibility requirements. Understanding these...
Hiring internationally can offer businesses access to top global talent, which can – in turn – help companies grow, innovate and compete. However, in a political climate where immigration policy is changing rapidly, employers can be significantly impacted by a...
There are many unique visa programs that help professionals and investors legally enter the United States. Some of these programs are available to employees. Others allow investors and entrepreneurs to secure visas. The EB-5 visa program has long attracted successful...
At a White House press event on February 25, 2025, Trump announced that his administration has a plan to “cancel” the EB-5 immigrant investor program, and to roll out a new “Gold Card” program in its place. During the event Trump stated, "We’re going to be selling a...
In today’s globalized economy, the competition for top-tier talent in the tech industry is fiercer than ever. California’s tech companies, from startups to industry giants, are at the forefront of innovation and often require highly specialized skills that aren’t...
By Kristina M. Seil, Esq. and Jina Park, Esq. Note: article was updated on December 17, 2024 As we look ahead to the change in administration which will take place on January 20, 2025 when Donald Trump is inaugurated, we anticipate increased hardship across all types...
the L-1B nonimmigrant visa is designed for employees of an international company who possess specialized knowledge and are being transferred to a U.S. office. This posting provides an overview of USCIS guidelines, regulations, and evidentiary requirements for...
Employment-Based Immigration: Pathways to Permanent Residency Foreign professionals across various fields may be eligible for employment-based visas to work temporarily in the United States. However, those seeking to remain in the country indefinitely often pursue...
