Need some advice

waynetravis · 11-08-2009, 03:05 PM

As you know I've visited the US a bunch of times this year and I've really enjoyed the sights and the culture.

I was hoping someone could give me a little information about moving and working there. I have had a look on Google for details, but I get different information from different websites.
Most just list the different types of visas available, but I would really like a step by step process.

Is there anyone here who has done this sort of thing and could give me some advice on where to start? I know it is a fairly long process, and I have thought about it before, but I feel like it's something I really want to do now.

Thanks in advance

Babydoll · 11-08-2009, 03:07 PM

You enjoyed the "sights and culture", tell them the REAL reason for moving here

waynetravis · 11-08-2009, 03:09 PM

She's the reason I want to do this. I hate the leaving part everytime I visit her

anitram · 11-08-2009, 05:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waynetravis

Most just list the different types of visas available, but I would really like a step by step process.

Nobody can really tell you the step-by-step process (or the associated wait times, costs, etc) unless you know exactly what visa you're looking at. So I would think that this would be your first step.

I worked in the US on a temporary visa, and it was a painless process that didn't take longer than a couple of months but my firm had hired an immigration lawyer to do it for me so I pretty much did nothing except sign forms when he needed me to (this type of service can cost several thousand $ however).

If you are still a student, your best bet would surely be the J-1.

**Sicy** · 11-08-2009, 06:07 PM

It's hard to give a step by step process since there are many different factors to consider and each case and circumstances can be very different. There would be some basic questions that would need answers first like, what is the current status of each party, what countries are you citizens of, would you want to move here indefinitely? Would you intend to get married and if so is (Z) a US citizen? The easiest way would probably be to have a sponsor (US citizen: family member or future spouse). And then you can obtain a work permit through the permanent residence process through spouse, but its a very lengthy process. Obtaining a visa specifically to work here can be harder as the most common work visa (6 year H1B) requires a Master or Bachelors degree normally in an engineering field or similar. So yeah I dont know all the details and could offer some help but I mostly work with H1B's, L-1, (high end employment visas) green cards, family based filings, etc. J-1 is only a 5 month visa and you would need to be enrolled in a university or transfer from one to the other if I'm not mistaken. Best bet is to consult with an attorney but that can be quite pricey. Maybe someone else here has been through the same and can help with some guidance. You can also try signing up to an immigration forum and asking there. This one is the biggest one I believe ImmigrationPortal Forums

Vincent Vega · 11-08-2009, 06:12 PM

J-1 was also for Au Pair and some nursing and art jobs, if I'm not mistaken. But you would need to be enrolled in some program. I did my semester abroad on a J-1, but it's not as open. F-1 is even more limited. On a J-1 or F-1 you are not allowed to work in just any job. For example, I was only allowed to work on-campus or in other university related work, or in the form of an internship. I couldn't just have gone out and worked somewhere in the city.

waynetravis · 11-09-2009, 11:37 AM

See, it's all so complicated that's discouraging

Non of the categories work in my favour.

Staples can't do anything for me either. When I spoke to my boss about it a while ago he told me to take an unpaid sabbatical and speak to some managers over there and he would provide a reference for me.
But I'm not sure if that's possible or even advisable?

Vincent Vega · 11-09-2009, 04:49 PM

You would need to have a visa that allows you to work at Staples in the US. So it all comes down to one thing: First you need to find out which is your visa. The page of the US embassy provides a good description of all the different visas, their requirements and how to obtain them.

EdgeIsTooSexy · 11-19-2009, 12:30 PM

Which state do you want to move to?

11-08-2009, 03:05 PM	#1
waynetravis Blue Crack Supplier Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Brand and Broadway Posts: 34,797 Local Time: 05:46 PM	Need some advice As you know I've visited the US a bunch of times this year and I've really enjoyed the sights and the culture. I was hoping someone could give me a little information about moving and working there. I have had a look on Google for details, but I get different information from different websites. Most just list the different types of visas available, but I would really like a step by step process. Is there anyone here who has done this sort of thing and could give me some advice on where to start? I know it is a fairly long process, and I have thought about it before, but I feel like it's something I really want to do now. Thanks in advance

11-08-2009, 06:07 PM	#5
Sicy Sizzlin' Sicilian Forum Administrator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: runnin' down the road like loose electricity Posts: 62,629 Local Time: 10:46 AM	It's hard to give a step by step process since there are many different factors to consider and each case and circumstances can be very different. There would be some basic questions that would need answers first like, what is the current status of each party, what countries are you citizens of, would you want to move here indefinitely? Would you intend to get married and if so is (Z) a US citizen? The easiest way would probably be to have a sponsor (US citizen: family member or future spouse). And then you can obtain a work permit through the permanent residence process through spouse, but its a very lengthy process. Obtaining a visa specifically to work here can be harder as the most common work visa (6 year H1B) requires a Master or Bachelors degree normally in an engineering field or similar. So yeah I dont know all the details and could offer some help but I mostly work with H1B's, L-1, (high end employment visas) green cards, family based filings, etc. J-1 is only a 5 month visa and you would need to be enrolled in a university or transfer from one to the other if I'm not mistaken. Best bet is to consult with an attorney but that can be quite pricey. Maybe someone else here has been through the same and can help with some guidance. You can also try signing up to an immigration forum and asking there. This one is the biggest one I believe ImmigrationPortal Forums __________________ sicy[at]interference.com

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11-08-2009, 03:07 PM	#2
Babydoll Blue Crack Addict Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Jai ho!! Posts: 21,057 Local Time: 09:46 AM	You enjoyed the "sights and culture", tell them the REAL reason for moving here

11-08-2009, 03:09 PM	#3
waynetravis Blue Crack Supplier Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Brand and Broadway Posts: 34,797 Local Time: 05:46 PM	She's the reason I want to do this. I hate the leaving part everytime I visit her

11-08-2009, 06:12 PM	#6
Vincent Vega Rock n' Roll Doggie VIP PASS Premium Silver Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, east. Posts: 5,743 Local Time: 06:46 PM	J-1 was also for Au Pair and some nursing and art jobs, if I'm not mistaken. But you would need to be enrolled in some program. I did my semester abroad on a J-1, but it's not as open. F-1 is even more limited. On a J-1 or F-1 you are not allowed to work in just any job. For example, I was only allowed to work on-campus or in other university related work, or in the form of an internship. I couldn't just have gone out and worked somewhere in the city.

11-09-2009, 11:37 AM	#7
waynetravis Blue Crack Supplier Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Brand and Broadway Posts: 34,797 Local Time: 05:46 PM	See, it's all so complicated that's discouraging Non of the categories work in my favour. Staples can't do anything for me either. When I spoke to my boss about it a while ago he told me to take an unpaid sabbatical and speak to some managers over there and he would provide a reference for me. But I'm not sure if that's possible or even advisable?

11-09-2009, 04:49 PM	#8
Vincent Vega Rock n' Roll Doggie VIP PASS Premium Silver Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, east. Posts: 5,743 Local Time: 06:46 PM	You would need to have a visa that allows you to work at Staples in the US. So it all comes down to one thing: First you need to find out which is your visa. The page of the US embassy provides a good description of all the different visas, their requirements and how to obtain them.

11-19-2009, 12:30 PM	#9
EdgeIsTooSexy ONE love, blood, life Join Date: May 2007 Location: Hoping to play guitar with U2 on stage, NYC Posts: 10,776 Local Time: 12:46 PM	Which state do you want to move to?