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How can I immigrate to work in the US?

Asked on Jul 26th, 2011 on Immigration - California
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I have B1/B2 visa want to work in US, how can it possible? Can I change visa B1/B2 to any work permit?
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Intellectual Property Attorney serving Menlo Park, CA at Sheppard Mullin
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There are many types of visas which would allow you to work in the US.
Answered on Jul 08th, 2013 at 2:44 AM

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You generally can change your status but first need to find an employer who petitions you under a suitable visa category. There is no general work permit.
Answered on Aug 08th, 2011 at 1:26 PM

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Criminal Law Attorney serving Las Vegas, NV at Reza Athari & Associates, PLLC
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B1/2 is for pleasure or business. It is not intended for people who seek employment. You should first see if you qualify for an employment based visa. Usually you will need an American company to sponsor you.
Answered on Aug 06th, 2011 at 9:39 AM

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LCA Audits and Investigations Attorney serving Houston, TX at Fong Ilagan
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It depends on your educational background, work history and an specialized skill set you may have. There are also country-specific visas. The most common employment-based nonimmigrant visas are the H-1B, TN, L-1A, L-1B and E-1, E-2 and O-1.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2011 at 10:11 PM

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U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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You can change your status to a work visa if you qualify and have an offer from a US employer. You cannot self-petition for a generic work permit. However, you may invest or trade and obtain a visa based on a business you start or buy. This will depend on your nationality also.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2011 at 10:06 PM

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