Temporary Business Visas

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Temporary business visas (also referred to as non-immigrant work visas) are available for foreign immigrants with a desire to come to America for employment or business reasons for a finite period of time (ranging from a few months to a few years).

U.S. immigration attorney Marcine Seid can help you choose the right temporary visa that will best meet your needs and qualifications. The following is a summary of the eight classifications of temporary business visas or non-immigrant business visas that may be available:

H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa

The H-1B temporary business visa is issued to foreign immigrants who will be employed in a specialty occupation for a limited duration. H-1B visas can be issued for up to three years with extensions available for a maximum of six years. The number of H-1B visas available has declined in recent years. To discuss whether you qualify for an H-1B visa, or for assistance in obtaining an extension, please contact H-1B visa attorney Marcine Seid.

TN Visa under NAFTA

The TN temporary business visa is issued to Canadians and Mexican Nationals under the American Free Trade Act (NAFTA). TN visas are issued for up to one year with one-year extensions available. To discuss whether you qualify for a TN visa, or for assistance in obtaining an extension, please contact TN visa attorney Marcine Seid.

L-1 Intra-Company Transferee Visa

The L-1 temporary business visa is the key employees of multinational companies who want to temporarily transfer to the United States. L-1 visas are issued for up to three years with one-year extensions available for a maximum of seven years. To discuss whether you qualify for an L-1 visa, or for assistance in obtaining an extension, please contact L-1 visa attorney Marcine Seid.

B-1 Business Visitor Visa

The B-1 visitor visa is issued to people who want to conduct temporary business in the United States. B-1 visas do not allow you to work for an employer in the United States. To discuss whether you qualify for a B-1 visa, or for assistance in obtaining an extension, please contact B-1 visa attorney Marcine Seid.

O-1 Alien of Extraordinary Ability Visa

The O-1 temporary business visa is issued to people who are at the top of their field in the sciences, education, business, athletics, or the arts. The applicant must have a sponsoring employer and there are no specific time limitations. To discuss whether you qualify for an O-1 visa, please contact O-1 visa attorney Marcine Seid.

P-1 Artist / Athlete / Entertainer Visa

The P temporary business visa is issued to professional artists, athletes, and entertainers who want to come to the United States to perform for a sponsor or an employer. P visas are issued for up to five years, with extensions available. To discuss whether you qualify for a P visa, or for assistance in obtaining an extension, please contact P visa attorney Marcine Seid.

E-Treaty Trader / Investor Visa

The E visa is issued to citizens of countries that have a qualifying trade treaty with the United States. E visas can be issued for periods of up to five years with extensions available. To discuss whether you qualify for an E visa, or for assistance in obtaining an extension, please contact E visa attorney Marcine Seid.

R-1 Religious Worker Visa

R-1 visas are issued to religious workers, and typically are issued for between one to three years with extensions available to a maximum of five years. To discuss whether you qualify for an R-1 visa, or for assistance in obtaining an extension, please contact R-1 visa attorney Marcine Seid.

Ms. Seid has the credentials, knowledge, business acumen, and experience to provide you with the very best business and visa solutions to meet your needs.

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