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Pinned Article Hiring with the H-1B Visa Program

Learn more about the H-1B visa for temporary employment in specialty occupations.

Applying for Permanent Residence for an Employee

An LSU department intending to retain an employee on a permanent basis may sponsor the employee for permanent resident status. Learn more here.

Export Control Compliance

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services require employers of H-1B and certain other international workers to certify their compliance with the US Department of Commerce’s “deemed export” rules. Learn more here.

Frequently Asked Questions: H1-B Hiring

Review the answers to frequently asked questions about hiring employees through the H-1B visa program.

Hiring F-1 & J-1 Students

Learn more about the hiring paperwork requirements for international student workers with F-1 or J-1 visa status.

Hiring J-1 Student Interns

The J-1 student intern program allows students who are enrolled in degree programs at home universities outside the U.S. to be sponsored for internships in the U.S. Learn more here.

Hiring with the E-3 Visa Program

The E-3 visa permits Australian citizens to travel to the United States to work in specialty occupations. Learn more here.

Hiring with the TN Program

The TN program permits Canadian and Mexican citizens who possess required qualifications to work in the U.S. on a temporary basis in certain professional occupations. Learn more here.

Inviting J-1 Scholars

The J-1 scholar program includes visitors coming to the U.S. to teach, research, observe, consult, or demonstrate knowledge or skills. Learn more here.