By Samantha Wolfe

The United States faces a critical shortage of healthcare professionals, particularly in rural areas. Hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics struggle to find qualified workers, leading to increased patient wait times and limited access to essential care. One effective strategy to address this workforce gap is hiring foreign healthcare professionals through various immigration pathways. Below, we explore key visa options and strategies for recruiting and retaining international healthcare workers, including nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals.

Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Visa Options for Healthcare Workers

Healthcare employers seeking to recruit foreign professionals have two main visa pathways: nonimmigrant (temporary work visas) and immigrant (permanent residence/green cards) options. Nonimmigrant visas allow healthcare workers to fill temporary positions, often tied to employer sponsorship, with defined time limits and renewal options. In contrast, immigrant visas provide a path to permanent residency, enabling foreign healthcare professionals to establish long-term careers in the U.S. Understanding these visa options allows employers to navigate the immigration process strategically, addressing both immediate staffing shortages and long-term workforce stability. Read more >>

Samantha Wolfe

By Samantha Wolfe

Portugal’s recent addition to the U.S. Department of State’s E-2 Treaty List has created a valuable opportunity for both Portuguese citizens and Brazilians with dual citizenship. For entrepreneurs and investors seeking to expand their business horizons into the United States, this development opens a new, strategic pathway, particularly for Brazilian nationals who hold or can obtain Portuguese citizenship.

With Portugal now part of the U.S. E-2 Treaty program, qualified individuals can leverage this visa to invest in and manage a U.S. business while enjoying a host of benefits that make the E-2 visa an attractive option for foreign investors. This blog will explore what the E-2 visa entails, why this development matters for Brazilian investors, and how Portuguese and Brazilian entrepreneurs can take advantage of this new opportunity. Read more >>

Samantha Wolfe

By Samantha Wolfe

In the pursuit of U.S. permanent residency, employers often turn to the PERM labor certification process to sponsor employees. However, there exist alternative pathways to obtaining a green card, one of which is the National Interest Waiver (NIW). In this article, we’ll explore the NIW option in detail, highlighting its benefits, eligibility criteria, and the application process.

The National Interest Waiver (NIW) Option

The NIW offers qualified individuals a pathway to bypass the labor certification process typically required for employment-based green cards. The Biden administration’s commitment to bolstering America’s global competitiveness through the STEMM fields has further emphasized the importance of the NIW program, expanding opportunities for skilled professionals. Read more >>