Employment Immigration

In the United States, many jobs remain open, especially those in specialized fields, even after searching for job candidates for an extensive amount of time. Many industries in Louisiana rely on the skill and knowledge of immigrant workers who come to the United...

U.S. immigration laws allow immigrants to secure permission to enter the country each year for specific work-related purposes. Individuals hoping to come live and work in Louisiana may seek employment visas to fulfill specific needs of American employers. The tech...

The success and competitiveness of certain aspects of the economy in Louisiana and the United States as a whole has long been reliant on the admission of highly skilled immigrations into the country. However, because of a backlog of visa applications and changes to...

When you learned that you’ll be among thousands of immigrants who arrive in Louisiana on an employment-based visa, you were no doubt excited and a bit nervous at the same time. Especially if it would be your first time entering the U.S., you might be worried about...

Living and working in the United States is a privilege desired by many individuals around the world. One of the main reasons for immigrants to enter this country is for employment purposes, often filling specialized roles. Immigrants who are currently employed in the...

It is no secret that the United States has complex and often tense relations with China, especially in areas related to trade, technology and science. In many ways, bringing bright and deserving individuals into the country for educational and employment purposes can...

Employers may choose to fill personnel vacancies by seeking applicants who currently live outside of the United States. Immigration for employment-based purposes is common, but there are specific requirements for both the employer and the individual seeking a job....

Entering the United States can be a complex and seemingly hopeless process for some non-citizens. The immigration process is complex, and even those who follow the right application processes and take the appropriate steps may still find themselves facing challenges....

Businesses often rely on employees from other countries to fulfill specific needs and roles within the company. It is common for Louisiana companies to bring employees to the United States for this reason, but like all immigration matters, it can be a complex and...

Companies in other countries often do business with U.S. organizations.  If those countries have treaties with the U.S., nationals of those countries may be eligible for special visas called E-1 Treaty Traders. An E-1 allows certain nationals from treaty countries to...