Fresno, California Professional-Class Visa Attorney
There are a number of options available to professionals and skilled workers for entering and working in the United States. While a number of work visas are immigrant-based, others are limited to a specific number of years and may or may not be renewable. At the law office of Chris Bijev, we work closely with businesses, foreign professionals, investors and medical students interested in entering, working or investing in the United States.
In some cases, quotas may be attached to a visa. As a result, if a visa is oversubscribed, it may be necessary to explore alternative visa programs which allow you to enter and work in the US. Using on-line information systems, our office receives real-time updates regarding visa quotas, immigration forms and legal decisions that could impact our clients.
Whether you are a foreign national interested in working or investing in the United States, we have the resources to help you through the work visa process. To schedule a free consultation, contact work visa lawyer Chris Bijev today.
Visas available for Professionals and Investors Working in the US
The law office of immigration attorney Chris Bijev represents and assists individuals and companies regarding the following professional and investor-class visas:
E1 Visa
Foreign nationals interested in entering the U.S. to conduct a substantial amount of trade can do so under the E1 visa. Half of the trade conducted must be with the E1 holder's home country.
E2 Visa
A foreign national investing a substantial amount of his or her personal funds in a U.S. business can enter the country under the E2 visa. The business must be in operation or very close to opening.
EB-1 Visa
Foreign scientists, professors, executives, researchers and persons with extraordinary abilities can enter and work in the United States under the EB-1 visa. This is an immigrant-based visa, allowing you to pursue permanent residence while working in the U.S.
EB-2 Visa
Foreign artists, entertainers, researchers, and business professionals whose work will benefit the United States can enter and immigrate to the U.S. through the EB-2 visa. Proof of an advanced degree and exceptional abilities must be documented.
EB-3 Visa
Foreign professionals and other skilled workers interested in permanent residence can under and work in the U.S. under the EB-3 visa. Eligible applicants must have a bachelor's degree or at least two years of relevant work experience.
H-1B Visa
The H-1B visa allows skilled individuals in specialty occupations to enter the U.S. to perform work that requires special skills and knowledge.
J-1 Waivers
These waivers allow foreign medical students who graduate from an accredited medical school in the U.S. to work for 3 years at an under-represented or under served community.
L-1 Visa
The L-1 visa allows a company to bring a foreign employee to a branch office located in the U.S. for special projects and work assignments. While typically used for executive and management level employees, the L-1 can be used for other employees as well.
TN Visa
The TN visa is reserved for professionals from Mexico and Canada who are interested in working for a U.S. employer willing to sponsor them. Applicants must provide proof of college degrees and any licenses necessary to perform their job.
O-1 Visa
Foreign performers, artists, athletes and those with extraordinary abilities in education, the sciences, entertainment or business can enter the U.S. through the O-1 visa.
Unsure which visa makes the most sense for you? Contact Chris Bijev
There are a number of considerations that must be taken into account when entering the United States to conduct business. At the law office of Chris Bijev, we can help you or your business navigate the complicated and confusing waters of immigration.
To schedule a free 15 minute consultation and learn more about how we can help you, contact immigration attorney Chris Bijev today.
Chris (Hristo) K. Bijev, Inc. Attorney at Law
A Professional Corporation
2100 Tulare St.
Suite 407
Fresno, CA 93721-2111
Phone: 559-264-6585 • Fax: 559-264-6611
We speak English, Spanish, French, Bulgarian, Russian, and Macedonian. We use these languages in our daily practice.
Central California attorney Chris Bijev maintains an international law practice in immigration and international business matters, representing clients throughout the United States and through embassies and consulates abroad. He represents clients in southern, central, and northern California, the Central Valley, and the San Francisco Bay area, including Fresno County, Kings County, Kern County, Stanislaus County, Tulare County, Merced County, San Joaquin Valley County, Los Angeles County, and communities such as Fresno, Clovis, Sanger, Merced, Tulare, Visalia, Modesto, Stockton, Hanford, and Lemoore.