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The H-2B nonimmigrant classification permits foreign nationals from eligible countries to enter the United States to fill temporary non-agricultural jobs. What happens if an H-2B visa<\/a> holder wants to adjust their status? Keep reading to find the answer.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The H-2B\u202fprogram permits US employers or US agents who meet specific regulatory requirements to recruit foreign workers to fill temporary non-agricultural jobs in the United States. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As prospective workers cannot self-petition for a visa, a US employer or authorized agent must apply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services<\/a> (USCIS) on the worker’s behalf. As part of USCIS requirements, US petitioners must establish that:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n USCIS has specific criteria to determine whether an employer’s need is temporary. If a petitioner’s need is not a one-time occurrence, a seasonal need, a peak-load need, or an intermittent need, it may not justify the recruitment of foreign workers under the H-2B classification. <\/p>\n\n\n\n H-2B petitioner must also provide a valid temporary labor certification issued by the US Department of Labor (DOL) when applying with USCIS. The statutory annual limit (cap) on the number of H-2B visas is currently fixed at 66,000 visas per fiscal year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Temporary non-agricultural workers can bring a spouse and unmarried children (under 21) to live with them in the United States. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In most cases, the period of stay of H-2B visa holders depends on the period authorized on the temporary labor certification. The H-2B visa can be extended for qualifying employment in increments of up to one year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For each extension request, the US employer sponsoring the application must submit a new temporary labor certification covering the requesting period. The maximum period of stay for H-2B visa holders is three years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As the H-2B is not a dual intent visa, temporary workers must return home once their visas expire. If an H-2B visa holder maintains the same status for a total of three years, he or she must depart and remain outside the United States for three months (uninterruptedly) before filing for readmission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The H-2B visa is neither an immigrant visa nor offers a direct path to lawful permanent residence in the United States. However, temporary workers can apply for other classifications under H-2B status. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Please note that the validity of H-2B visas depends on the temporary worker’s continued employment with the employer who originally sponsored his or her job offer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If an H-2B temporary worker finds a US employer willing to sponsor him or her for an employment-based visa or even for another temporary opportunity under H-2B status, the employer must file with USCIS to seek approval. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It is not unusual to find former H-2B visa holders who applied for family-based visas and succeed, especially marriage-based visas. Consult with an expert attorney to identify an adequate solution for your case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Get in touch with a well-versed attorney from Jurado & Associates, P.A.<\/a> by calling (305) 921-0976<\/a> or emailing Romy@juradolawfirm.com<\/a> to schedule a consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The H-2B nonimmigrant classification permits foreign nationals from eligible countries to enter the United…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11977,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"Can H-2B adjust status? Click here to find out. 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What is the Period of Stay Under H-2B Status? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can H-2B Adjust Status? – The Verdict\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do You Want to Adjust Status Under an H-2B Visa? – Immediately Contact Jurado & Associates, P.A. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n