Chile
In 2003, the United States entered into a Free Trade Agreement with Chile. This agreement established certain employment based non-immigrant visa rights to citizens of Chile. The H-1B1 visa category allows citizens of Chile to be legally employed in the United States as H-1B1 non-immigrants if they meet the qualifications to be employed in a professional position.
The US employer must file a Labor Condition Application (“LCA”) with the USDOL as a requirement for sponsoring an individual for an H-1B1 visa.
As a limitation to the “indefinitely renewable” nature of the H-1B1 visa, the new law retains the traditional “non-immigrant intent” requirements of the immigration and nationality act. This means that if it is determined that the H-1B1 non-immigrant (sponsored employee) intends to obtain permanent residence status (green card) the H-1B1 visa will be denied.
Singapore
In 2003, the United States entered into a Free Trade Agreement with Singapore. This agreement established certain employment based non-immigrant visa rights to citizens of Singapore. The H-1B1 visa category allows citizens of Singapore to be legally employed in the United States as H-1B1 non-immigrants if they meet the qualifications to be employed in a professional position
The US employer must file a Labor Condition Application (“LCA”) with the USDOL as a requirement for sponsoring an individual for an H-1B1 visa.
As a limitation to the “indefinitely renewable” nature of the H-1B1 visa, the new law retains the traditional “non-immigrant intent” requirements of the immigration and nationality act. This means that if it is determined that the H-1B1 non-immigrant intends to obtain permanent residence status (green card) the H-1B1 visa will be denied.
We have represented major corporations, but extend our services to all U.S. employers. Our attorneys possess full knowledge of the Free Trade Agreements, consular processes, and regulatory requirements of U.S. agencies to expedite H-1B1 applications in a timely manner. Contact our Chicago office to discuss your particular needs. We respond promptly to all inquiries.