Nonimmigrant Visas for Seasonal Employment in the U.S.
Foreign workers that want to enter the United States on a temporary basis for the purpose of seasonal or intermittent employment can apply for an H-2B visa. There are a wide range of industries and non-agriculture related jobs that require more workers during specific times of year and for peak-load needs. An experienced attorney can determine whether you are able to obtain an H-2B visa, and can guide you through the process of applying for an H-2B temporary visa.
Learn more about qualifying for a worker visa by talking with Robert Brown LLC. Our law firm is headquartered in Cleveland and helps workers across the globe.
Seasonal and Peak-Load Employment Needs
In order to obtain an H-2B visa, a petitioner must establish that there is a condition that has made it necessary to hire foreign workers for temporary employment. These conditions include:
- Peak-load need: Employers may need to hire additional workers on a temporary basis due to a seasonal or short term demand, to perform services or labor that will supplement permanent staff. These temporary additions will not become a part of the business's regular operation.
- Seasonal need: A business that needs additional employees because of a season of the year or an event of a recurring nature, that business may hire additional foreign workers on a temporary basis. It must be specified on the application the period(s) of time in which the help is needed
- One-time occurrence: When a temporary event of short duration has created the need for additional employees, a petitioner may apply for an H-2B visa, provided that those added workers do not become a part of the business's regular operations.
Learn More About Temporary Visas in the U.S.
For more information about H-2B temporary visas and their requirements, contact the lawyers of Robert Brown LLC to schedule a consultation. Call one of our offices in Ohio, North Carolina and Florida toll free at 888.861.4414.
