| Frequently Asked Questions |
Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro.
Here, you will find detailed answers to many of most common immigration questions. |
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| 21. | What is the labor certification process? | | |
| | | Labor Certification is a laborious procedure requiring that the employer prove that there are no minimally qualified U.S. workers to fill the foreign national's position. The procedure is complicated, expensive, and there is no guarantee that it will eventually
lead to a green card. Thus, avoiding this procedure is a prudent course to take when examining routes to permanent residency. |
| 22. | What is the visa status given to the dependents of a L-1 visa? |
| | | | | L-2 visa is issued to the dependents of US L1 visa holders. Dependents include the spouse and children below 21 years of age. |
| 23. | Can my dependents work in the U.S. on L-1 visa? | | | | | |
L-2 spouse of an L-1 visa holder can now obtain a general Employment Authorization. This employment authorization must be applied for separately, though. The L-2 child is not permitted to work. |
| 24. | Can I transfer or change jobs on an L-1 visa? | | | |
| | Yes, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has to be notified of any change in your employment status. | | 25. | What happens if my employer fires me while I am in the U.S. on an L-1 visa? |
| | | | | You have a short grace period in which you may look for a new job, and have it approved by the USCIS.
Barring that, you need to return to your home country. |
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