Employment-Based Visas
There are a variety of employment visas available to individuals seeking to come to the United States to work. These visas can be temporary or permanent in nature. At The Law Offices of Grinberg & Segal, P.L.L.C., we strive to provide comprehensive legal services to those wishing to obtain employment visas. The following is a brief description of the types of employment visas our firm can assist you in obtaining:
B-1 Visas: Temporary Business Visitor Visas
While not technically an employment visa, the B-1 visa temporarily permits visitors from foreign countries to come to the United States for variety of legitimate business and economic activities. Although the B-1 visa is available to business visitors, it is important to remember that this visa does not authorize employment in the United States. Business visitors may attend meetings, conventions, conferences, short-term training, or negotiations on behalf of a foreign employer. A B-1 visa may also be used by a foreign national ho needs to travel to the United States to settle an estate. However,performing productive work in the United States is strictly prohibited, and receiving payment from a United States entity is also generally prohibited.
The B-1 visa is granted for an initial period of one to six months depending upon the purpose of the trip. However, the B-1 visa can be extended for up to six months.Generally, the maximum amount of time a foreign national is permitted in B-1status on any one trip is one year.
