Temporary visa to work in the U.S.

Before applying for any of these visas, your prospective employer must first file a petition with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). An approved employer petition is required to apply for a nonimmigrant work visa.

Find out if you qualify for a temporary worker nonimmigrant visa

Find information about temporary worker visas and learn about the professions that qualify for the different classifications.

How to sponsor a temporary worker

To hire a temporary (nonimmigrant) worker, you generally have to file a petition with USCIS to allow the employee to come to the U.S.

• Use this temporary (nonimmigrant) worker classification table to see which classification applies to the job you are offering.
• After determining the classification, refer to the Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker page. It lists the classifications that require employers to submit the form to USCIS.