The H-2B program is a valuable resource for employers who need to temporarily hire nonimmigrant workers to perform nonagricultural labor or services in the United States. This program is designed to help employers fill temporary positions when there are not enough U.S. workers available to do the job.
To participate in the H-2B program, employers must first apply for and receive a temporary labor certification from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). This certification confirms that there are not enough U.S. workers available to do the job and that hiring H-2B workers will not adversely affect the wages and working conditions of similarly employed U.S. workers.
Once an employer receives a temporary labor certification, they can then file a petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to bring H-2B workers to the United States. The H-2B program has an annual cap of 66,000 visas, with 33,000 visas available for workers starting employment in the first half of the fiscal year (October 1 – March 31) and 33,000 visas available for workers starting employment in the second half of the fiscal year (April 1 – September 30).
Countries that participate in the H-2B program are Mexico, Jamaica, Haiti, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic. Caribbean nationals can apply for H-2B visas to come to the United States and work in temporary nonagricultural jobs.
If you’re interested in applying for an H-2B visa, you can fill out an online application form at Elite Recruitment.
The H-2B program provides a pathway for employers to temporarily hire nonimmigrant workers when there are not enough U.S. workers available to do the job. By participating in this program, employers can ensure that they have the workforce they need to keep their businesses running smoothly.
