Employers in the U.S. are able to apply for visas for prospective employees to enter the U.S. ether temporarily or permanently to work. For employees who are already in the United.
States and are “in status”, the employer may sponsor the employee to “adjust” to permanent resident status without leaving the country. In all such applications, the rules of the Department of Labor, the Immigration & Naturalization Service, and the State Department must be complied with, To that end, this article helps you to understand the immigration system but no general solution to all immigration problems is intended. Because each case involves different facts, the reader is cautioned to consult an expert to solve individual problems and to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Mr. Or tins are an attorney in private practice in Washington, D.C., who concentrates on immigration and nationality law. He may be reached at (202) 2348906.
Article extracted from this publication >> November 29, 1991
