In recent weeks there has been a ban put in place against certain types of visas. These visas are a backbone to many people that migrate into the United States for employment opportunities. In this piece, you find out which visas have now restricted, and which visas remain untouched for applicants.
President Trump’s Recent Visa Ban
In the most recent ban against visas, the main focus was the H-1B work visa. Though this ban is said to be temporary, it will bar hundreds of thousands of foreign individuals from seeking employment within the U.S.
The ban also restricts American companies that have a global presence, as well as international companies with branches in the U.S., from transferring foreign employees and executives to the United States for extended periods. Nearly 525,000 workers will be kept out of the country between now and the tentative end of the ban on December 31, 2020.
Here are some of the main industries that will be affected by this proclamation:
- Computer programmers
- Healthcare workers
- Engineers
- Lawyers
- Accountants
- University professors/teachers
Nonetheless, not all hope is lost. There are still a number of work visas that remain available to those looking to receive a legal entry to the United States.
Remaining Unblocked Visas
Even with the newest ban opposing H-1B visas, here are some options that may still be suitable for you.
- O-1 Visas - This visa is a non-immigrant visa, which means that it only grants temporary admission into the United States on the basis of work. These visas are given to those that have proven extraordinary ability in areas such as athletics, business, education, sciences, art, television, or movies.
- P-1A Visas - This visa is temporarily given to individuals to travel to the U.S. to compete in athletic competition. These visas can be applied for as an individual as well as for a team, but the individual or the team has to be recognized for the specified sport on an international level.
- E-2 Visas - These visas are only given to foreign nationals coming from a country that the United States maintains a treaty of commerce with. These individuals also must have invested or are actively in the process of investing a significant amount of capital in a legitimate American business. The applicant of the visa must also hold proof that they are only entering the country to direct the investment.
Contact Our Chicago Immigration Attorneys Today!
If you are eligible for any one of the previously mentioned visas and are looking to apply, do not hesitate to contact us today. We understand the complexities of applying for a visa; that is why we are committed to providing compassionate service to help you succeed.
Call our Chicago immigration lawyers today at (312) 471-0014 or visit our website to schedule a review of your case!