How can a US employer hire foreign workers?

How do I hire an employee in another country?

• Apply for certification from the United States Department of Labor.
• Interview prospective foreign workers.
• Apply for a work visa from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
• Verify the tax laws applicable to your company and the foreign worker.

What is required for an employer to hire a foreign national?

First, employers must seek certification through the U.S. Department of Labor. Once the application is certified/approved, the employer must petition the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services for a visa. Approval by the Department of Labor does not guarantee a visa issuance.

Which permits American companies to hire foreign workers to work in the US?

Foreign labor certification programs permit U.S. employers to hire foreign workers on a temporary or permanent basis to fill jobs essential to the U.S. economy.

Can an American company hire a foreigner?

In Summary: The U.S. Labor Department, the IRS, the SBA, and U.S. Immigration lawyers all say it is legal for a U.S. company (or any U.S. employer) to hire foreigners living outside of the U.S. as remote or telecommute workers.

Can a US employer hire a Indian?

Can employers pay remote workers in India in USD? No, employers cannot pay remote employees in India in USD. An Indian employee performing work in India for a US company should be paid in INR in India.

Can I hire an international employee?

Yes, but each employer must file a separate Form I-129 petition and, where applicable, the appropriate Labor Certification, or Labor Condition Application with the DOL, and receive approval from USCIS before the employee can begin to work for a new or an additional employer.

Do US companies hire international employees?

Can I hire a non US citizen?

Any citizen of a foreign country wishing to legally enter and work in California first needs to obtain a work visa. In general, an employer who wishes to hire a non-U.S. citizen must first file a petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; if approved, the foreign resident may then apply for a work visa.