Immigrated to the United States legally two weeks ago. I want to work soon. What do I have to do? Tried to find information on the US State Dept website but could not find info.
Immigration - 6 Answers
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Get a social security number and I.D first. Then look for a job.
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I need more information to answer the question. What kind of visa were you issued? Under which conditions did you immigrate? Spouse of a U.S. citizen, diversity lottery, etc.
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Depeneds on your staus, green card holders can work/live anywhere. H1-B visa allows work if your in a proffesional occupation, but you need to go throught the company or school if your a student. All depends. Immigration web site would probably help you.
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Jobs are scarce everywhere. Go to a day labor agency. They seem to be doing a booming business.
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You need to find the Immigration Office in your City, You need to file for a Work Authoraztion, there is a fee to this filing. If you came here legally take your passport, where you enter there should be attachment of the type of Visa. You should get a ID right right away for your Work Authorization. Take your ID to S.S office you will get your S.S in mail in 2 weeks. There is wording on S.S "INVALID IF NO WORK AUTHORIZATION ID"
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You need a work visa and a social security card allowing you to work. A tourist visa doesn't allow you to work.
