Every rule has its exception, no matter how good it may seem, and visa issues are no exception.

A “spectacular” visa to work in the United States is the H-1B and is used by those with an academic education, such as engineers, lawyers, architects and programmers, among others. This is how Julio Oyhanarte, an immigration lawyer, explains it through his social networks.

In the words of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service -USCIS-, this non-immigrant visa category applies to people who want to provide services in a specialized field, services of high merit and distinctive skills for development or research projects. Department of Defense (DOD) or as a model for couture or for publicity of great merit or distinguished ability.

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Working in the United States is possible. Photo: DMEPhotography

Three alternatives to work in the United States

However, this visa, Oyhanarte warns, has “a problem”: an annual limit set by Congress.

In other words, “this visa is not unlimited”.

So he advises those who want to work in the United States to have alternatives on hand:

1. He suggests considering working at a university or college that doesn’t have an annual limit with this visa.

2. The O-1 visa for individuals of exceptional achievement or ability

It also knows no boundaries, you just have to show that you are one of the best in your field in your country, says the lawyer.

The USCIS explains it this way: The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for people who are exceptionally skilled in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or have demonstrated a record of extraordinary achievement in film or television industry, and have been recognized nationally and internationally for these achievements.

To qualify for an O-1 visa, USCIS is expanding, the beneficiary must demonstrate extraordinary ability through continued national and international recognition, and must come to the United States temporarily to continue working in the field of his extraordinary ability.

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3. Try studying for a master’s or doctorate.

Don’t forget that studying in the United States is expensive, but there are scholarships, says the lawyer.

After that you can work for a year and then up to three years, depending on what you have studied.

If you intend to secure your future on American soil, get trained and advised in time.

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