WORK VISAS TO THE UNITED STATES

REGISTERED NURSES VISA TO THE UNITED STATUS

Registered nurses living abroad may enter the United States to provide healthcare services to areas designated as "health professional shortage areas" by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).Up to 500 nurses a year are eligible for this visa type.

REGISTERED NURSES VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS

The Registered Nurse Visa requires applicants to obtain a visa prior to entry and show that the purpose of their stay is for U.S. employment at a healthcare facility in an area of need. To qualify for the Registered Nurse Visa, applicants must be licensed to practice professional nursing in their home country and be qualified and eligible under the laws and regulations of the state of intended employment to practice as a registered nurse once admitted to the United States. Applicants may also be required to meet certain criminal and medical requirements.

REGISTERED NURSES VISA ENTITLEMENTS

Skilled (Work) Visa provides you with great flexibility to engage in various enjoyable activities during your temporary stay in the United States, including, tourism, travel throughout the country to all 50 states, attendance and/or participation in festivals, conferences, conventions, concerts, sporting and musical events. As well, you can visit with friends and family, or engage in short-term study.

The maximum authorized period of stay is for a total of 3 years, with no extensions.

Spouses and/or children under the age of 21 who wish to accompany or join the principal visa holder in the United States for the duration of his/her stay require derivative visa status. Spouses and children of visa holders may study in private or public schools in the United States without obtaining a Study Visa. Spouses may apply for work authorization if seeking employment for their duration of stay in the United States.