Hello!

I'm Canadian citizen and my education is Machine Technician (3 years). My question is, can I work also in USA for all kind of jobs?

Dear Anonymous:

In order to work in the US you must obtain permission from the Immigration and Naturalization Service. For your specific occupation, you will probably have to obtain a Labor Certification from the US Department of Labor before you could file for permission to work.

We would suggest that you contact an immigration law attorney who can go over all of your qualifications in detail and help you determine the best course of action for your specific situation. Good luck.

Hi!
I wanted to ask if there is in USA any equivalent of Canadian Live in Care Giver Program (after 2 years of work on this position one can apply for residence status and obtain open employment authorisation)? Are there any programs for people from abroad who would like to work on such position (specifically as a nanny) in USA? Is there possibility to get a worker visa if I employment as nanny?
hope my questions are clear,
best, A.

Dear Anna:

The only similar program of which we are aware is the "au pair" program that allows individuals to work for families in the US. This will allow you employment, but will not lead directly to permanent residence. For more information on this program, go to this link: http://exchanges.state.gov/jvisa/Au%20Pair%20Exchange%20Program/aupair.htm

You could be sponsored as a nanny for permanent residence through an application for labor certification. This process can be quite complicated and will take many years. For more information contact an immigration law attorney who has experience in handling labor certification cases. Good luck.

Hi, i am a Canadian/British citizen (dual nationality), living in the USA with my American boyfriend. I am 24 years old and am educated to degree level. I have previously worked in Sales for a Corporate company. I also have some experience working for a PR agency dealing with e-commerce companies. I really want to work in the advertising industry and wanted to know if there is any way i can legally work in the USA (as a Canadian)?

Dear Anonymous:

It is possible that you can qualify for a Treaty National (TN) visa because you are a Canadian.

You should speak with an immigration law attorney to see if you have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree in one of the TN professions. If you do, then you would have an excellent chance to qualify for a visa to work in the US. Good luck.

Hi. I'm a Filipino citizen, now in the United States under a tourist visa. My father (who is a permanent resident) filed an immigration petition last March. I called the INS and asked if I could work while waiting for my alien number, which they said would take around 18 months to two years to process, and they told me that I have to wait for it before I could legally work. I am 27 years old and have a degree in psychology and some teaching experience at the university level. I would like to know if there is any way I could work while waiting for my alien number.
Thank you very much.

Dear Roderick:

You can only work if you obtain a change to some other status that allows you to work, such as an H-1B. Actually, to clarify the statement you received from INS, you will not be able to work until you apply for adjustment of status, which could take far more than 18 months.

Based upon your degree and experience, you appear eligible for an H-1B. We would suggest that you contact an immigration law attorney who may be able to assist you. Good luck.

Hello!

My name is Jasmin.I'm Bosnian citizen and my education is electonic Technician (4 years).I want to immigration USA.

Dear Jasmin:

The first thing you need to do is to review some general immigration publication to learn of the various types of visas and ways that you can qualify for them. We would suggest that you consider purchasing our Immigration Manual that describes many of the immigrant and non-immigrant visa categories.

You can purchase the manual by going to our Home page and clicking on the scrolling marquee. Good luck.

I AM A BRITISH CITIZEN AND I RESIDE AND WORK IN JAMAICA W.I. I WANT TO KNOW HOW I COULD GET PERMISSION FROM THE INS TO OBTAIN WORK IN THE UNITED STATES LEGALLY. WHAT FORMS DO I HAVE TO GET AND HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE. ALSO, DO I APPLY FOR A JOB FIRST AND THEN SEND IN THE PAPERWORK, OR DO I GET THE WORK PERMIT FIRST AND THEN SEEK A JOB. I AM IN THE ENGINEERING FIELD.
PLEASE TELL ME WHAT TO DO.
KARL

Dear Karl:

There are numerous ways to obtain temporary or permanent visas to enter and stay in the United States. However, to discuss all of the possibilities in some detail would require dozens of written pages and is beyond the scope of this Bulletin Board.

We would recommend that you consider purchasing our Immigration Law Manual. It discusses most of the more popular ways to obtain temporary or permanent visas to the US.

As to your specific question, you will first need to secure a job offer, and then file for a work permit with INS. When that is approved, you can begin employment in the US. Good luck.

HI I HV ENTER THE US WITH A VISA BUT I HV OVERSTAYED MY VISA AND I-94... I WOULD LIKE TO STAY HERE IN THE US TO WORK LEGALLY ...

I HV A QUESTION I HV A COUSIN WHO IS A CITIZENSHIP AND HV FEW STORES... CAN HE SPONSOR ME OR DO ANYTHING FOR ME SO I CAN STAY LEGALLY AND WORK LEGALLY TOO... CAN YOU HELP ME ...

THANK YOU

Dear Anonymous:

Your cousin could sponsor you for labor certification, however, unless section 245(i) is extended, you will not be able to adjust status in the US.

For more on the labor certification process, please go to our Hints & Tips page. Good luck.

hi,My family and I have been living in this Country for 7 years. I have been trying to have my status adjusted by an sponsor, but it has not been easy to find one willing to sign up the paper work. I am a Business Administration Bachelor in Brazil, I have been trying my best to have my status adjusted as best as possible, but I do not know what to do. Is that any possibility that I can have my status adjusted?I love this Country and my daughters' future has concerned me most. Please help me.

Dear Anonymous:

Based on the information you have provided, it appears that you will need to obtain an offer of employment and then process an application for labor certification.

We realize this is very difficult for most people, and it requires a lot of effort on your part. However, unless Congress does something to legalize long term residents of the US, there is really no other option available. Good luck.

hi,

Based on my information provided, you said that I need to obtain an offer of employment and process an application for Labor Certification. How can i apply for a Labor Certification if the Law 245(i) has not been extended yet by Congress????

Dear Karl

I entered the Usa with a B1 B2 visa, I am still illegally here, having business here,running a JIU JTSU academy.Is there any possibility that i could apply for adjustment of status besides the session 245(i), I know that this session has not been extended yet. What do i have to do? wait for the Congress aprove a new Bill?? Please help me.
R.O

I have recently met a girl at work who is married and living in the united states but came from the Ukraine. She has to renew her paperwork in august showing her and her husband are still together to be able to stay here. She has been having problems with him and is not sure if they will be able to make it work and she may end up back overseas. She is currently working here in the united states. Is there any other way for here to stay here.. work visa? Student visa? She is a physician in her country could she continue her education without being married and still be allowed to live here? What are the requirements for the work and student visa?

just trying to help a friend get information...

I have a Masters in Engineering .
I got laid off after false promises for green card . However as soon as I got laid off , I converted to F1 and will be completing my 2nd Masters in International Management in Aug.

Is there any way in which I can get a right to work in US as most of the employers are not willing to sponsor candidates.

I am Yugoslavian citizen with permanent residence in Italy since 10 years.I am running the business in Italy and have 4 employees.Recently I have decided to spread my business in USA and made the affilate company in USA.I applied for l1 visa and my petition has been approved in record times.I did it all through an immigration lawyer who guided me very well.Now the USA Consul in Italy makes problems on issuing me the visa.
Is this normal procedure for this kind of visa or I can really be denied a visa even if I have more than sufficient attributes(incorporated USA company,leases on property,bank accounts etc).
Thank you .

For more than one year I've had a relationship with a French woman living in Montreal. She currently holds a "Permanent Resident" status there, and wishes to come to the US to live with me. I am a US citizen. If she visits me using her French passport and we marry at some point during her visit, can she change her status after the marriage and become a resident without having to return to Quebec? Is this a reasonable option to getting a K-1 or K-3 visa, or do I risk her having to leave the US until I file for one of the "K" visas?

hi I am a canadian / irish citizen(dual citizenship) wishing to move to the USA for about a year to just work and travel ie. waitressing, barwork etc... I have a degree in Public & Social Policy from a university in ireland. Is it possible for me to get a temporary work visa or something similar without having a job offer or someone to stay with out there.There seems to be so much redtape with all of this.Please Please can you help me. there are so many visas etc...I dont fit into any of the NAFTA requirments.Can i stll work there??

Hi.

I'm a Czech citizen, now in the United States under a tourist visa B1/B2. I’m working here for more then 3 years. I pay and fill up every years my 1040EZ and sent my W2. I'm computer programmer but now I’m working like server for more then 2 years. I want to know if is any possible chance to get legalizing so I can find more interesting job in IT business. I'm now 27 years old and I come to this country make new life.

PS: sorry for my English but before I come to this country I don’t know any word and off course I don’t understand and this is only I learned by my self.

HI.

I AM COLOMBIAN.
I WENT WITH A TOURIST VISA TO USA AND WHEN I WAS THERE I APPLIED FOR ASYLUM. IMMIGRATION DENIED IT AND AFTER I APPEALED. I DIDN'T WAIT FOR THE ANSWER AND I WENT TO THE BORDER WITH CANADA AND APPLY FOR REFUGEE.
THEY APPROVED MY CASE AND NOW I'M GOING TO BECOME PERMANENT RESIDENT IN CANADA.
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF I CAN APPLY FOR A USA TOURIST VISA AGAIN (MY 5 YEARS VISA IS ALREADY EXPIRED) BECAUSE I HAVE FAMILY THERE THAT I WOULD LIKE TO VISIT.
THE PROBLEM IS THAT FOR USA IMMIGRATION I OVERSTAYED IN USA(2 YEARS), BUT I WAS APPLYING FOR ASYLUM ANYWAY AND I HAD MY WORK PERMIT VALID AND MY SOCIAL SECURITY.
PLEASE I NEED YOUR HELP!!!
I WANT TO SEE MY FAMILY AGAIN!!!
PS: I'M SORRY ABOUT MY ENGLISH...

I am british overseas citizen, i want to immigrate to US, can u help me out about the immigration policy of US for britians about the nationality.

and is there any requirment for Visa.

please reply soon and send the relative links if u can.

I am on H1, my wife is on H4. It is time to file I-485 for our green cards. 245i does not apply to us. Can she adjust status with me if she worked on H4?

hello, I want to work in US as a Nanny. Im a Sri Lankan citizen & Im 55yrs old. Can I get a job? How can you help me? Thank you.

I need some help. I came to the US from Canada on an F-1 student visa to study. During that time, I married an US citizen. Now, I would like to stay in Texas to work. I have a doctorate degree. What can I do so that I am able to work as soon as possible here in the US?

I am a United States Citizen, yet I am planning to live Italy for a few years. How do I arrange, to recieve the proper paperworks & documentation?

I am a US citizen who just brougth his fiance(e) to the US with a K-1 visa and married her within 90 days. We have submitted the form I-485 her application to register her permanent residence or adjust her status and the form I-765 for her employment authorization. Can she apply for employment while waiting for her applications to
be approved.