Obtaining a Visa Through Employer Sponsorship

In the complicated world of U.S. immigration, we are here to explain how people can get visas and green cards by getting job offers from American companies. At Terra Labor, we understand the intricacies involved in each stage of this journey, from the PERM labor certification procedure to the final steps of adjustment of status or immigrant visa application. For employers looking to support applicants' immigration to the United States, a series of crucial steps must be navigated. The initial phase involves showcasing efforts to hire a U.S. worker for the role, despite being unable to find a suitable match. This often involves utilizing recruiters and advertising job vacancies on platforms commonly used for hiring within the United States.

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Employers must outline the compensation they would offer to an equivalent U.S. worker in the same role. This practice is mandated by immigration regulations to ensure that foreign workers sponsored for employment receive equitable compensation. To validate their commitment, U.S. companies must ascertain the prevailing wage for the intended position and provide evidence of their capacity to fulfill this commitment. This substantiation can take various forms, including financial records and tax documentation that demonstrate the company's financial capability.

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Having successfully navigated the process of demonstrating the unavailability of qualified U.S. candidates, employers proceed to submit the PERM application and seek approval from the United States Department of Labor to sponsor a foreign visa worker. Additionally, the employer must also file the Form-140 so that the employee can have legal authorization to live and work in the United States. For those already in the United States on a different visa, they can change their status using Form I-485 to transition into lawful permanent residency. It's important for the applicant's priority date to be current, and their presence within the U.S. to be lawful to qualify for the I-485 process.

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The path to securing an employment-based green card can be a lengthy one, influenced by factors such as the applicant's birth country and prevailing visa bulletin conditions. However, with Terra Labor Consulting Group by your side, you can navigate this intricate journey with confidence. Our commitment lies in supporting U.S. employers as they earnestly seek qualified candidates and work within the parameters of immigration regulations. By demonstrating adherence to prevailing wage standards, fulfilling essential paperwork, and ensuring a seamless adjustment of status or consular processing, both employers and applicants can embark on this pathway towards a brighter future.