Immigration for Permanent vs. Temporary Workers

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, or USCIS, recognizes that there are two main categories of people coming to the U.S.—those who wish to remain permanently and those who plan to stay for a designated period of time. This also extends to foreign nationals who plan to come and work in the United States. Some may wish to become a permanent part of the U.S. workforce, while others only visit for temporary purposes.

The application processes for permanent vs. temporary workers are different, and it is important to understand these variations so that you can correctly apply for a visa. If you are an employer or a potential immigrant, please contact the experienced Orange County attorneys for immigration at Garg & Associates, P.C., today at 949-540-6704 to discuss your situation.

Filing for Temporary Workers

The U.S. government requires temporary foreign workers to apply for specific types of visas, ranging from E-1 visas for treaty traders to R-1 passes for temporary religious workers. In most cases, your U.S. employer must apply to the USCIS on your behalf with the Form I-129, or the Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker. However, you will also have to apply for your visa with the USCIS.

Applying for Permanent Status

The United States allows foreign nationals to apply for permanent residency for employment purposes. The USCIS classifies potential candidates based on their talents, education, experience, etc., and then awards employment immigrant visas accordingly. In these cases, your potential employer must apply with the Department of Labor for permanent labor certification.

Contact Us

It can be difficult to coordinate the visa application process between foreign nationals and potential employers. However, we may be able to help. If you are interested in coming to the United States for a permanent or temporary job opportunity, contact a knowledgeable Orange County immigration lawyer from Garg & Associates, P.C., at 949-540-6704 today.