Bowgs

Hi all. I've been looking through this website as a great source of research for a while now but have only just registered. I am looking to move to Florida with my wife and 18 month old daughter.

I am looking into the option of getting my uncle (American Citizen) who runs his own consultancy business to sponsor me. I know he can't sponsor me through the family route as I am not his spouse however, could he employ me and sponsor me that way? I am unsure wether I would need to prove that no other US citizen could do the job? Do I need to satisfy Labor Certification?

Thanks in advance

Noorah101

Hi and Welcome to BE. "You" don't actually need to do anything right now. Your uncle should ask the company immigration attorney if you and the job both qualify for an H1B visa. If your uncle's company doesn't have an immigration attorney, he needs to consult with one from the start. The position needs to require at least a Bachelor's degree. You either need a Bachelor's degree or 12 years of experience in lieu of. That's just the beginning. If both the job and your education/exprience match, your uncle submits a petition for you, which if approved, means you can apply for an H1B visa.

Rene

Bowgs

Since I don't have a degree or 12 years experience I guess that rules this option out? Could I buy a share in the business becoming a partner and obtain an E2 visa that way?

scrubbedexpat099

Possibly, but a big chunk of change. Definitely one for your lawyer assuming your uncle is happy with you buying in.