I am from Great Britain and want to try to get a job here. Is it complicated and impossible...any answers are much appreciated
Immigration - 5 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
If you get a work visa you are allowed to do so. Start applying around, since you will have to have an employer sponsor you.
2 :
only if you are officially sponsored by some employer who filed the proper paperwork with USCIS. Most university grads apply for H1b skilled worker visa status. Once that was approved, you could apply to change status and remain. If you were out of status on your F-1 visa though, you'd have to leave the US to apply for the proper visa outside of the US to return and work. If you remain in the US out of status for more than 6 months, you will be ineligible for any visa for at least 3 years, so keep track of time.
3 :
Good luck. The unemployment rate is astronomical and the jobs that would be available are being stolen by the illegals. This country's a mess with a mess of a president. Are you sure you want to stay here?
4 :
No. If you overstay your education visa you are considered illegal. You must apply and qualify for a work visa. A lot of times your employer can petition for you, but it tends to a bit difficult. You have to prove that you are unique in your skills and aren't taking a job from a qualified citizen who also wants the job. Really, keep track of time. If you file even one day too early you can and legally should be denied and have to refile (pay again). Sometimes you may get an officer who won't care, but they are supposed to 100% accurate. It sucks if you file to early!
5 :
A student visa is a non immigrant visa .. you do the course and then leave ... if your really smart you may get offered a job ... but this is fairly rare
