Visas
Visas are the basis for entry for all foreign nationals entering the United States, whether they are coming for tourism, work, or seeking to permanently establish their lives here. There are two main categories of visas: nonimmigrant visas and immigrant visas. Nonimmigrant visas are issued to individuals who intend to return to their home county after a temporary stay. Immigrant visas are issued to individuals who are remaining in the US permanently.
Underneath these main categories are many classes of visas that a foreign national applies for, depending upon their unique circumstances- such as travel, work, business, or immigration to the U.S. Every type of visa requires the foreign national to undergo an application process, which can be confusing, demanding, and complicated. Immigration attorney David M. Bercovitch’s knowledge of every type of visa application will take the work and stress off of your shoulders.
No matter what type of visa you are looking for, David M. Bercovitch will be able to handle the entire application process and ensure a favorable outcome for you. If you are to apply for any type of visa, contact David M. Bercovitch to begin immediately working on your application.
Basic Types of Non-Immigrant Visas
Student Visas
These visas are given to foreign nationals who come to the U.S. temporarily to study in schools, higher education institutions, or vocational schools.
Temporary Work Visas
These visas are given to foreign nationals who are coming to work in the U.S. on a temporary or seasonal basis. The workers must leave the U.S. once the work is complete.
Tourism Visas
These visas are given to foreign nationals who intend to come to the U.S. for tourism purposes, for a stay of up to 6 months at a time.
Family Based
- F1 – Unmarried children (21 years and older) of U.S. citizens
- F2A – Wife/husband or son/daughter (21 or younger) of a green card holder
- F2B – Unmarred children (21 or older) of a green card holder
- F3 – Married children of U.S. Citizen
- F4 – Siblings of U.S. Citizen who is 21 or older
Employment Based
Another way to obtain a green card is through a petitioning employer or a foreigner work experience. When a business sponsors its employee’s green card it is a multi-step process. The business must file for a permanent labor certification showing a lack of qualified domestic applicants for the positions. There are five categories of employment based green cards
- EB-1: To qualify for an EB-1 you must be a foreign national with “extraordinary ability”; or a professor/researcher with outstanding success; or, in some instances, managers or executives.
- EB-2: This category requires the foreign national to have an advanced degree or exceptional ability (aka National Interest Waiver)
- EB-3: This is for skilled works, professional or other workers.
- EB-4: Special immigrants are eligible for EB-4 visas. The following groups of people qualify as special immigrants: members of religious organizations; special immigrant juveniles; broadcasters; membership in certain ngo’s like NATO; membership in the U.S. army; Doctors; afghan or Iraqi who worked with the US.
- EB-5: The investor visa. This allows for foreign nationals to obtain a green card through investment into the United States in a new commercial enterprise. The goal is for the enterprise to benefit the economy of the United States.
If you believe you are eligible for a Green Card call Bercovitch Law Offices today to schedule a consultation. We will guide you through the process; create clear benchmarks and fight for your case’s approval. Call now.
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David Bercovitch
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David M. Bercovitch is a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer focusing on premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, dog bites, wrongful death and other personal injury claims. Mr. Bercovitch has successfully represented thousands (1,000) of accident victims. Collectively, Mr. Bercovitch has recovered millions of dollars for clients.
