Quick links to web resources for hiring foreign workers.

 

 

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DOL Hiring Foreign Workers webpage

Find details about hiring foreign workers.

DOL - iCERT Visa Portal System

An employer may file a Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker.  Start the Certification process here.

Foreign Labor Certification Forms

See a list of forms required for the different types of VISAs.

Foreign Labor Certification Policies and Regulations

Find regulations which provide guidance on the processing of applications, periods of validity, and employer responsibilities, etc.

Frequently Asked Question & Answers

Find answers to any questions you may have about the process of hiring foreign workers.

iCERT VISA Portal System

Apply online and print applications from this portal.  You can also find information on processing times.

Online Wage Library

Find information on wages.

Professional Occupations

See a list of professional occupations.

USCIS Webpage on H-2B Visa

Webpage for the H-2B VISA program.

USCIS I-129 Form Webpage

Webpage for the I-129 Form required to file for the H-2b VISA.

Wage and Occupation Information

Learn what prevailing wages mean.  Get information about wage rates.