The Complete Guide for Physicians, Scientists and Researchers to US Immigration, including J1 Waiver, H-1B Visa, Labor Certification / PERM and Green Card Application

This website provides physicians with extensive information regarding the unique immigration issues that physicians face in obtaining H-1B status, H1B transfer, National Interest Waiver, PERM labor certification and Green Card.

H-1B Visa and Lawful Permanent Residency

Why do Doctors Need an H-1B visa or Work Visa?
How do you work lawfully in the United States after you complete Residency?

Upon the approval of a J-1 waiver, a doctor will require nonimmigrant classification that will permit him or her to work lawfully in the United States. Often, in coordinating the J-1 waiver application, a doctor will also plan the filing of an H-1B petition. This option will allow the doctor to work for an initial period of 3 years. In several J-1 waiver options (including the Conrad 30, DRA, ARC and Veterans Administration waivers), the doctor is obligated to work for the waiver sponsoring employer under very specific terms, one of which is 3 years of full time service. As the initial H-1B petition validity is for a 3 year period, the doctor can use this initial validity period to fulfill his or her service obligation as defined by his or her approved J-1 waiver. At the end of the three year period, the physician may either seek new H-1B employment or continue with his or her employer and extend H-1B status for three more years. However, doctors who qualify may wish to consider an O-1 visa, as this classification does not have a 6-year limitation.

Are you a physician or scientist who is on a work visa?

Physicians who are currently pursuing residency on H-1B status may also change employers. Once you are granted H-1B status, you can transfer to work for any other employer as long as the position meets the requirements of the H-1B classification.

We have developed a unique process to solve immigration legal problems for physicians. We know that your life may depend upon a successful J-1 waiver, work visa or green card application.

How Can We Help You Sucessfully Obtain a J1 Waiver, Work Visa or Green Card?

Visa waiver requirements for foreign medical graduates are complex and Immigration laws and regulations change frequently.

It is important that J-1 Visa Waiver Applications present a comprehensive legal argument supported by specific documentation in order to demonstrate that the waiver request outweighs the program and foreign policy considerations of the J-1 visa program.

Doctors filing H-1B or O-1 work visas, PERM applications and National Interest Waivers must meet strict licensing and credential requirements in addition to standard immigration requirements for these applications.

If you want to learn more about whether or not you qualify for a waiver, H-1B visa, National Interest Waiver or Green Card, contact our office via email at info@doctorsimmigrationlaw.com or call 415-986-6186. An Attorney will personally evaluate your case when you contact our office. Kaushik Ranchod has extensive experience preparing waiver and work visa applications for physicians and scientists

Kaushik Ranchod has spoken at conferences and the radio (KPFA, F.M.) advising companies including health care facilities and individuals on the latest developments in immigration law. Recently, Mr. Ranchod lectured on Work Visa Options and Immigration Compliance at The 2008 National Summit on Employment Law and Compliance, and at the HRStar conference in Los Angeles.

He is an active member of the California State Bar and American Immigration Lawyers Association.

The Ranchod Law Group’s client services for J1 waivers, Work Visas and Permanent Residency include:

• Evaluating and determining which waiver you should apply for and evaluating whether you qualify for Conrad 30 waiver, Interested Government Agency Waiver, ARC Waiver, DRA Waiver, Hardship Waiver or Persecution Waiver.
• Evaluating specific designated shortage areas.
• Submitting an error free application to the appropriate governmental agencies so that your application is approved expeditiously.
• Communicating with government agencies including the Department of State, Interested Governmental Agencies (IGA), and the United States Citizenship Immigration Service (USCIS).
• Monitoring the case with the appropriate government agency.
• Preparing the physician’s waiver application for the Interested Government Agency, Department of State and USCIS.
• Preparing the H-1B petition and create an immigration strategy from the time that the application is filed until the green card is approved
• Keeping Clients informed and communicating with client’s throughout the entire application process

When you contact our office at 415-986-6186 an attorney will personally evaluate j1 waiver, or work visa and permanent residency immigration options.

We partner with clients throughout the 50 States

Immigration law is a federal practice; consequently, our offices are authorized to serve clients throughout the U.S. and at U.S. Embassies worldwide.

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Disclaimer: This information is not intended to provide solutions to individual problems and does not constitute an attorney client relationship. Readers are cautioned not to attempt to solve individual problems on the basis of information contained herein and are strongly advised to seek competent legal counsel before relying on this information. The above information should not be construed as legal advice and any reliance on this information is taken at your own risk. Please note that laws change frequently.