Recently, individuals from Burma, Yemen and Somalia received TPS. So, what does TPS mean for employers? Let’s start at the beginning. What is TPS? TPS stands for Temporary Protected Status. According to immigrationforum.org, TPS is granted by the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security to eligible foreign-born individuals who are unable to unable to return home safely due to conditions or Read More
3 Alternatives to the H-1B Visa for US Employment
Looking to enter the US on a work visa without the lengthy process and the H-1B visa lottery? There are three visas that are significantly faster and easier to apply for, with no lottery that are excellent options for employers and employees alike. These programs are for citizens of Canada, Mexico, Australia, Chile and Singapore. E-3, Work Visa for Australians Australians may apply at the US Consulate in Read More
The New Application for Employment Authorization and What That Means For you
On October 2, 2017, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new version of its Application for Employment Authorization, the Form I-765, which allows applicants to now request a Social Security Number (SSN) or a replacement Social Security card at the same time as when they apply for their Employment Authorization Document (EAD). An EAD, or work permit, shows employers that someone is Read More
