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Specialty Chefs and Green Cards
Did you know that if you are restaurant that specializes in a certain type of cuisine and need specialty chefs who have at least two years of chef experience in that cuisine, you may be able to petition for that chef to immigrate to the U.S. to get his or her green card (AKA lawful permanent residency)? A common issue I have heard among restaurant owners is the inability to find qualified chefs who have the experience and knowledge to cook the restaurant’s specialty dishes. However, there is a solution to this ongoing problem. There is a caveat to this, which is the understanding that it is not a process…
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An Overview of What You Need to Know About the EB-3 Category
An EB-3 is another immigrant visa preference category in the United States for employment-based permanent residency. This is another category that allows for employers to petition for foreign workers to get their green cards. An EB-3 is intended for “skilled workers,” “professionals,” and “other workers.” An example of a “professional” in the EB-3 category would be a profession that normally requires at least a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. An example of a “skilled worker” would be a position that requires at least 2 years of training. For example, if a restaurant is looking for a specialty chef who has at least 2 years of chef experience, the employer…
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EB-2 Overview and Basics
An EB-2 visa is an employment-based permanent residency visa for employment within the United States. It is the second type of five preference visas where people can gain lawful permanent status (aka green card) based on their jobs or profession. It is an ideal option for those seeking permanent residency in the United States and has advanced degrees and work experience in his or her field of expertise. To qualify for an EB-2 visa, one must be a member of qualified professions holding an advanced degree or the equivalent. Individuals who have an exceptional ability in science, art, or business that benefits the American economy, cultural or economic interests may…
