{"id":38,"date":"2012-02-19T16:24:20","date_gmt":"2012-02-19T16:24:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/?page_id=38"},"modified":"2026-07-21T23:44:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T22:44:26","slug":"temporary-us-work-visa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/temporary-us-work-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"Temporary US Work Visas for Irish Companies and Employees"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580250350965{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;70&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Support with temporary work visa USA applications for those in Dublin<\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>Flynn Hodkinson advises Irish companies, founders, HR teams and employees on temporary US work visa options. We help clients assess the proposed role, company structure, nationality, timing and family circumstances before the business commits to a route.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A temporary US working visa allows a person to work in the USA for a limited period for a particular employer. In most cases, a US temporary working visa must involve a US employer or a foreign employer with a US office to sponsor a foreign worker for a visa.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p><strong><em>If you are a company that wishes to sponsor someone for a US visa or you are an individual who has a job offer from a US employer, please <a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/zy2-d7t-qbb?month=2022-01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">schedule a call<\/a>\u00a0to book an initial <a title=\"Initial Consultations\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/adviceandservices-offered\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">call to meet speak to one of our lawyers<\/a>. If you do not have a job offer from a US employer please click on the links below for more information regarding the general requirements for the most common USA work visa categories. US Visa Solutions does not provide advice on how to find employment in the US.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580250358414{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;70&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;60&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Qualifying for a Temporary US Work Visa<\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>As indicated above, the key issue for a person who wishes to work temporarily in the United States is to find an employer to sponsor him or her for a USA temporary working visa and there must be a US work visa available. In most cases, without an employer to sponsor a person for a visa, it will be impossible to proceed with a US temporary work visa application.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>The requirements of temporary USA work visas are very different for each category and often a person may theoretically meet the requirements of one or more category depending on his or her personal circumstances. The United States has structured its US work visa categories in order to allow the best and brightest in the world to work in America. In general, a person will need to a professional with at least the equivalent of a bachelor\u2019s degree in a specific field or have many years of work experience in their field or working with the products of a specific company.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>Deciding which US visa is the best way forward will depend on many factors. For example, while all USA temporary work visas will allow the principal visa holder\u2019s spouse and children to apply for dependent visas, the spouse may only work under certain visa categories. It may be a priority that a person\u2019s spouse is able to work in the US so one visa category would be chosen over another which does not allow the spouse to work.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>Below is a list of the US temporary visa categories in which our firm assists. Please click on each category to find out more about each type of visa:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580250366348{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;80&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"B Visitor Visa\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/b-visitor-visa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">B1\/B2 Visitor for Business<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"E-1 Treaty Trader Visa\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/e-1-treaty-trader-visa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E-1 Treaty Trader<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"E-2 Treaty Investor Visa\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/temporary-us-work-visa\/e-2-treaty-investor-visa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E-2 Treaty Investor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"H-1B Professional Specialty Worker\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/temporary-us-work-visa\/professionalworkervisa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">H-1B Professional Specialty Worker<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"I Visa\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/i-visa-for-journalists-member-of-the-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">I Journalists and Members of the Media<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"J-1 Visas\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/j-1-exchange-visitor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">J-1 Trainee, Intern or Specialist<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"L-1 Transfer Visa\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/temporary-us-work-visa\/l-1-transfer-visa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">L-1A\/L-1B Intra-Company Transferee<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"O-1 Visa for Those with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement\" href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/temporary-us-work-visa\/o-1-visa-extraordinary-ability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">O-1 Extraordinary Ability or Achievement<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/temporary-us-work-visa\/p-visas-athletes-entertainers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">P-1 Performer or Cultural Worker<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/temporary-us-work-visa\/r-1-visa-religious-workers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">R-1 Religious Worker<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580250358414{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;70&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;60&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">How Flynn Hodkinson helps Irish companies<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Flynn Hodkinson advises on US visa and nationality law. We work with Irish employers, founders, investors, HR teams and employees to:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\" data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>identify the visa that may fit;<\/li>\n<li>explain the legal and practical differences;<\/li>\n<li>assess the company and employee evidence;<\/li>\n<li>identify risks before work begins;<\/li>\n<li>prepare the petition or visa application;<\/li>\n<li>guide the applicant through the consular stage;<\/li>\n<li>advise on dependent family members;<\/li>\n<li>coordinate with the company\u2019s other professional advisers where needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Our role is to give the company a realistic picture of the available options, requirements and next steps. No lawyer can guarantee that a petition, visa application or admission to the United States will be approved.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580299657775{background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;60&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;60&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>&#8220;I very strongly recommend anyone who is pursuing a visa application to engage Janice at the earliest possible stage.\u201d<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60px&#8221;][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#ededed&#8221; transparency=&#8221;1&#8243; thickness=&#8221;3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60px&#8221;]<div class='testimonials_holder clearfix dark'><div class=\"testimonials testimonials_carousel\" data-show-navigation=\"yes\" data-animation-type=\"fade\" data-animation-speed=\"\" data-auto-rotate-slides=\"0\" data-number-per-slide=\"1\"><ul class=\"slides\"><li id=\"testimonials95886\" class=\"testimonial_content\"><div class=\"testimonial_content_inner\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_holder\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_inner\" style=\"\"><p >The Law Office of Janice Flynn helped our company obtain an E2 Treaty Investor status for the multinational bio-fuels company and also with mine and my wife\u2019s E-2 visas, taking all of the hassle out of a rather complicated process. Her thoroughness and proactivity ensured that we were successful first time round.Peter McGenity, CEO Vireol Bio Industries \u2013 E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Applicant<\/p><p class=\"testimonial_author\" style=\"\">Peter McGenity, CEO Vireol Bio Industries \u2013 E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Applicant<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li id=\"testimonials95889\" class=\"testimonial_content\"><div class=\"testimonial_content_inner\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_holder\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_inner\" style=\"\"><p >We worked with Janice before on two visa applications and she was our first choice when deciding how to proceed with this application. The visa application process is complicated and full of pitfalls. Janice\u2019s knowledge and experience in navigating through this process is invaluable.\r\nI very strongly recommend anyone who is pursuing a visa application to engage Janice at the earliest possible stage.<\/p><p class=\"testimonial_author\" style=\"\">Steve Mustard, E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Applicant &amp; Permanent Resident via the National Interest Waiver Immigrant Visa Category<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li id=\"testimonials95890\" class=\"testimonial_content\"><div class=\"testimonial_content_inner\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_holder\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_inner\" style=\"\"><p >Janice quickly and efficiently obtained myself, my family and my co-workers E1 visas allowing us further to expand our technology business into the west coast of the United States. I was impressed with her intimate knowledge of the process and how this allowed us to submit full applications \u2013 confidently navigating the bureaucracy. I would highly recommend working with Janice to anyone looking to explore US visa opportunities. Potato Ltd<\/p><p class=\"testimonial_author\" style=\"\">Jason Cartwright, COO Potato London Ltd  \u2013 E-1 Treaty Trader Visa Applicant<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li id=\"testimonials95888\" class=\"testimonial_content\"><div class=\"testimonial_content_inner\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_holder\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_inner\" style=\"\"><p >Just wanted to drop you a line to thank you for all your help and support, I am now in the US and all went well. It\u2019s been a long stressful road and I would not be where I am today without your help and support I cannot thank you enough.<\/p><p class=\"testimonial_author\" style=\"\">Angela Jameson, 2015 K-1 Fiancee visa applicant<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li id=\"testimonials95887\" class=\"testimonial_content\"><div class=\"testimonial_content_inner\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_holder\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_inner\" style=\"\"><p >Janice was very thorough and professional right from the start of the E2 visa application process.\r\nI simply could not have negotiated my way through the process without her expert help and advice.<\/p><p class=\"testimonial_author\" style=\"\">Samantha Asher, E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Applicant<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li id=\"testimonials95885\" class=\"testimonial_content\"><div class=\"testimonial_content_inner\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_holder\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_inner\" style=\"\"><p >Janice has represented my family for several years in our immigration matters. She is thorough, knowledgeable and always available to answer any questions we have had. She has made a sometimes complicated process easier, and we cannot recommend her highly enough.<\/p><p class=\"testimonial_author\" style=\"\">N &amp; W M. \u2013 E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Applicants<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li id=\"testimonials95891\" class=\"testimonial_content\"><div class=\"testimonial_content_inner\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_holder\"><div class=\"testimonial_text_inner\" style=\"\"><p >I would like to say that had it not been for Janice , it would have been an extremely difficult situation to obtain a visa to the USA.\r\n\r\nAfter much bad advice from others, I finally ended up (thankfully) at Janice\u2019s door. She was clear and concise from the outset as to how long it would take and that there were no guarantees but she would arm me with the best ammunition to enable me with a great chance to obtain a visa. I ended up getting an amazing visa (E2) and now travel extensively to the USA, which has created huge benefits to my company and the business we are in.\r\n\r\nI highly recommend Janice as the ONLY lawyer to put your faith into for any visa issues. She is the BEST.<\/p><p class=\"testimonial_author\" style=\"\">S.B., Film Producer \u2013 E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Applicant<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;Frequently Asked Questions&#8221; border=&#8221;no&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"qode-accordion-holder clearfix qode-accordion qode-initial \">\n\t<h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        1. Can an Irish company sponsor an employee for a US work visa?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An Irish company may be able to support a US work visa where it has a qualifying US entity or works with a US employer or agent that can act as petitioner.<\/p>\n<p>The exact arrangement depends on the visa. An L-1 requires a qualifying relationship between the overseas and US businesses. An H-1B usually requires a US employer. E-1 and E-2 eligibility depends partly on treaty nationality and ownership.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        2. Does an Irish employee need a US job offer?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For many work visa categories, the employee needs a qualifying US position and a sponsoring employer or agent.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An E-2 principal investor is different because the person may enter to develop and direct a business in which they have invested. The facts must still satisfy the E-2 requirements.<\/p>\n<p>Flynn Hodkinson does not find US jobs or arrange employment offers.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        3. Can an Irish citizen apply for an E-2 visa?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Yes. Ireland is an E-2 treaty country. An Irish citizen may qualify as an E-2 investor, or in some cases as an employee of a qualifying E-2 enterprise.<\/p>\n<p>Citizenship alone is not enough. The ownership, investment, business and role requirements must also be met.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        4. Which visa is used to transfer a managing director to the US?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An L-1A or E-2 visa may be considered, depending on the corporate structure, ownership, investment, prior employment and proposed US role.<\/p>\n<p>The correct answer cannot be determined from the job title alone.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        5. Can an Irish employee work in the US using ESTA?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">ESTA does not provide general permission to work in the United States.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">It may be used for permitted business visitor activities under the Visa Waiver Program, but not for ordinary employment or productive labour. The planned activities should be assessed before travel.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        6. Can the employee\u2019s spouse work in the United States?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">It depends on the dependent category.<\/p>\n<p>Certain E and L spouses are authorised to work based on their status. Certain H-4 spouses must meet separate requirements and obtain employment authorisation before working. Other dependent spouses may not have employment permission.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        7. How long does a US work visa take from Ireland?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">There is no single processing time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Timing depends on the visa category, whether a USCIS petition is required, the evidence, the availability of expedited processing, consular appointments and whether the government requests further information.<\/p>\n<p>A reliable estimate can usually be given only after the route and facts have been reviewed.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        8. Can Flynn Hodkinson advise clients who live outside Dublin?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Yes. Flynn Hodkinson can advise clients throughout Ireland and in other countries.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Consultations and casework can usually be managed by video call, telephone and secure electronic communication. This is particularly helpful where the client, employer, employee or family members are based in different locations.<\/p>\n<p>Where an application involves an interview or appointment at a US embassy or consulate, the firm will explain the relevant process for that location.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        9. What happens during an initial consultation?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The consultation gives the lawyer an opportunity to understand what you are trying to achieve and identify the immigration issues that may affect your plans.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Depending on the matter, the discussion may cover your nationality, work history, company structure, ownership, investment, intended US activities, timing and family circumstances. The lawyer can then explain which routes may be worth considering, what further information is required and where the main risks may arise.<\/p>\n<p>A consultation does not guarantee that a visa is available or that an application will be approved. Its purpose is to provide a realistic assessment and help you decide what to do next.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        10. Can a temporary US work visa lead to a green card?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A temporary work visa does not automatically become permanent residence. However, an employee may later qualify for a separate employment-based, family-based or other immigrant category.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">US employment-based permanent residence includes several preference categories, each with separate eligibility, sponsorship and procedural requirements. The availability of a longer-term route should be assessed separately from the temporary visa application.<\/p>\n<p>Some temporary visa categories also involve restrictions or strategic issues when the applicant intends to remain permanently. Long-term immigration planning should therefore begin before the employee\u2019s temporary status is close to expiring.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1623058439837{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;65&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1784641567577{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Do you need the help of a US immigration lawyer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Please <a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/zy2-d7t-qbb?month=2022-01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>schedule a call<\/strong><\/a> to initially discuss your situation with one of our lawyers<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> and possibly book a consultation with a US visa and nationality lawyer.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;]<a  itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/cxnn-7df-5jx\" target=\"_blank\" data-hover-border-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-hover-color=\"#ffffff\" class=\"qbutton  medium center default qode-type1-gradient-left-to-right\" style=\"color: #ffffff; border-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 0px;-moz-border-radius: 0px;-webkit-border-radius: 0px; \">SCHEDULE A CALL<i class=\"qode_icon_font_awesome fa fa-phone-square qode_button_icon_element\" style=\"color: #ffffff\"><\/i><\/a>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580250350965{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;70&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Support with temporary work visa USA applications for those in Dublin Flynn Hodkinson advises Irish companies, founders, HR teams and employees on temporary US work visa options. 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