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Immigration Law for Employers

All U.S. business owners are in some way affected by immigration law, whether securing H-1B visas for high-tech employees or checking the I-9 forms of migrant farm workers. This section provides resources for employers regarding verification of employment eligibility, visa programs for foreign workers and other immigration law matters.
Immigration Law for Employers
  • Foreign Worker Certification

    Resources for employers who wish to sponsor a foreign worker for a green card, as governed by the Department of Labor.

  • Employment Eligibility Verification

    Information about the process of verifying an employee's right to work in the United States, including electronic storage of I-9 forms and the E-Verify online eligibility system.

  • Immigration Law for Employers FAQ

    Answers to commonly asked questions about employment-based immigration law, including H-1B and other work visas.

  • Employment Eligibility FAQ

    Answers to common questions regarding I-9 forms, employer liability for employee fraud and related topics.

  • Immigration Law for Employers Links

    General information from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the U.S. Department of State, the Bureau of Consular Affairs and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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