H2B Visa
Non-agricultural seasonal workers –unskilled and skilled, can apply for H2B Visa to the United States of America. You should have a relevant job for a specific position for which there is a deficiency of US workers able to take up the job. While applying for the H2B Visa, you should also reveal that you intend to return to your native country as the permitted stay ends. These visas are utilized for many worker types –including entertainers, business trainers, camp counsellors, athletes, home attendants, and ski instructors. The visa holder of an H2B Visa can also bring a spouse and children to the United States of America.
Who is Eligible for H2B Visa?
- The employer should have a requirement which is one-time, seasonal, peak load, or intermittent
- There must be an absence of willing or able workers in the United States available for the job
- The timeframe of the job should be less than 1 year
- The employer should have a valid employment offer from a valid United States employer to do temporary or seasonal work
- You should have a valid background as well as abilities for the job
- You should aim to return home before the visa’s expiration date
What is the Application Process for H2B Visa?
The US employer will commence the process. As the USCIS will approve the I-129 Petition of the employer, the applicants present in the United States will receive a change of status to start working. If you are outside the United States, you can apply for the H2B Visa through the US Consulate in your native country. Go to the consulate’s website and understand the appointment procedures. Bring along the necessary documents, and you are good to go!