Many individuals seek employment in the United States as there are better job opportunities. However, many individuals are overwhelmed when it comes to choosing between different work visa options. There is some confusion when it comes to determining the differences between H-1B, L1, and TN visas. Keep reading to learn about the differences between these different types of temporary nonimmigrant work visas. In addition, contact a trusted Essex County Employment Immigration Attorney who can help you determine which work visa you may be eligible for.
What is an H-1B visa?
An H-1B is a type of temporary nonimmigrant work visa that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers with specialized skills in a specific field to gain employment in the U.S. Essentially, this type of visa helps employers who cannot otherwise find U.S. workers with the set of skills and abilities needed for the specific role of an occupation. This work visa is for specialized occupations such as IT, finance, accounting, engineering, mathematics, medicine, science, and others. However, to be eligible for this type of temporary work visa, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent education is required.
What is an L1 visa?
An L1 visa is another type of temporary nonimmigrant work visa. However, it is quite different from an H-1B visa. This type of temporary work visa is for those seeking intracompany transfers for executives, managerial positions, or individuals with specialized knowledge relating to the organization’s interests. Essentially, an employer can transfer a worker with specialized knowledge from an affiliated foreign office to work in the U.S. Both H-1B visas and L1 visas are used by employers to hire nonimmigrant workers. However, L1 visas do not have education requirements. Instead, they must have worked outside of the U.S. for a subsidiary office of a U.S. company.
What is a TN visa?
A TN visa is also a type of temporary nonimmigrant work visa. However, unlike H-1B and L1 visas, TN visas are exclusively available to Canadian and Mexican citizens who work in specific professional occupations. Essentially, Canadian and Mexican citizens can enter the U.S. temporarily under the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) to work in certain professional occupations. To be eligible for this type of visa, a nonimmigrant worker must demonstrate they have permanent ties to Canada or Mexico and intend on returning once their TN employment has ended.
For more information on these temporary nonimmigrant work visas, contact an adept Essex County employment immigration attorney. Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify and benefit from an H-1B, L1, or TN visa. Our firm is committed to helping our clients seek employment in the U.S. through a temporary nonimmigrant work visa. Allow our dedicated lawyers to assist you today!
