How does social media impact the visa process?
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How does social media impact the visa process?

As part of the visa process, both the DS-160 and the DS-260 contain questions regarding social media accounts and social media identifiers. Questions regarding social media accounts have been put into place as added background and security measures for foreign nationals coming to work and live in the United States. We discuss how social media impacts the visa process below.

As a US employer, what do I need to know about hiring an Australian?
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As a US employer, what do I need to know about hiring an Australian?

There are several advantages to employing Australian citizens. There is a special visa classification called the E3 Visa that is only available to Australian citizens, it is available year-round, cost-effective, and generally quick to obtain. The process of hiring and employing an Australian citizen on an E3 Visa is much less onerous than hiring employees under the H-1B visa program. Find out why you should consider hiring Australian citizens under the E-3 visa program.

As a Canadian or Mexican, do I need form DS-160 for my TN visa application?
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As a Canadian or Mexican, do I need form DS-160 for my TN visa application?

Under the USMCA (NAFTA) both Canadian and Mexican professionals are able to obtain TN visa status to work in the US under certain qualifying professions. TN-1 status for Canadians and TN-2 status for Mexicans. Although the qualifications for both Canadians and Mexicans are the same, the options for obtaining TN visa status vary. Find out if you need a DS-160 for your TN visa application.