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Work Visa Pathways

Work Visa Options for Seattle Professionals and Employers

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From temporary work visas to permanent residence, we provide experienced guidance across the full spectrum of employment-based immigration options.

Temporary Work Visas

Nonimmigrant visa categories for professionals working in the United States.

H-1B Visa

Specialty Occupation

Primary Focus

The most common work visa for skilled professionals. Requires a specialty occupation position and at least a bachelor's degree in a related field.

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TN Visa (USMCA)

Canadian & Mexican Professionals

Seattle–Vancouver Corridor

For Canadian and Mexican citizens in designated professions under the USMCA agreement. No cap, no lottery, and fast processing — especially at the Canadian border.

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O-1 Visa

Extraordinary Ability

For individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics.

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L-1 Visa

Intracompany Transfer

For managers, executives, and specialized knowledge employees transferring from an international office to a U.S. location.

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E-2 Visa

Treaty Investor

For nationals of treaty countries investing a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business.

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EAD Cards

Employment Authorization

Work authorization documents for individuals in categories such as pending adjustment of status, certain dependent spouses, and asylum applicants.

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Employment-Based Green Cards

Immigrant visa categories for permanent residence through employment.

EB-1 Green Card

Priority Workers

First preference for extraordinary ability, outstanding researchers, and multinational managers. No PERM required.

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EB-2 Green Card

Advanced Degree

Second preference for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability. Includes National Interest Waiver option.

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EB-3 Green Card

Professionals & Skilled Workers

Third preference for professionals with bachelor's degrees, skilled workers, and other workers.

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PERM Labor Certification

Labor Market Test

The employer-sponsored labor certification process required for most EB-2 and EB-3 green card petitions.

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Not Sure Which Visa Is Right for You?

Schedule a free consultation to discuss your qualifications, goals, and the visa options that best fit your situation.

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