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Employment of Foreign Nationals at USC:
An Immigration Overview
Presented by Robert C. LumDirector, Faculty/Staff Visa ServicesOffice of International Services
U.S. Government Agencies
Citizenship and Immigration Service (CIS);
Department of State (DOS);
Department of Labor (DOL).
Nonimmigrant Visas
Utilized by USC to employ foreign nationals in the United States;
Usually granted for a limited period of time;
Employer plays a central role.
Nonimmigrant Visa Categories
Canadian/Mexican Professional Workers (TN visa);
Temporary Workers in Specialty Occupations (H-1B visa);
Person of “extraordinary ability” in the field of science, business or the arts (O-1 visa).
Permanent Residence
USC may sponsor employees for permanent residence (i.e. greencard);
Does not change the employment relationship between employer and employee (e.g. at-will relationship);
USC may withdraw sponsorship at any time.
Procedures for Obtaining Permanent Residence
Labor Certification Application (DOL);
Petition for Immigrant Visa (CIS);
Adjustment of Status Application (if in the United States), or;
Consular Processing.
Miscellaneous Issues
Visa Status vs. Visa Entry Stamp for Nonimmigrant Visa Holders;
Accompany Dependents (i.e. spouse and children) of Nonimmigrant Visa Holders;
Travel and Work Authorization for Applicants for Permanent Residence.
Contact Information
Robert C. Lum, Director, Faculty/Staff Visa Services;
Jessica Garcia, Coordinator, Faculty/Staff Visa Services;
Office of International Services: (213) 740-2666.
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