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Finding a job in the United States is an opportunity that many Mexicans consider to improve their income and access new professional opportunities. However, before traveling, searching for employers, or accepting an offer, it is important to know which documents are needed to work legally in that country and where you can find reliable job offers. We'll tell you here!
Having a Mexican passport or a tourist visa is not enough to get a job in the United States: foreigners must have immigration authorization that allows them to carry out remunerated activities. Depending on the type of job, professional experience, and the length of time planned to stay in the country, there are different options for visas and work permits.
What documents do you need to work legally in the United States?
The documents depend on your immigration status and the job you want to get. Generally speaking, a Mexican citizen needs to prove their identity and demonstrate that they have authorization to work in the United States. Among the main documents are:
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- Pasaporte mexicano vigente
- Visa de trabajo, la cual debe corresponder a la actividad laboral que se realizará en la Unión Americana
- Petición aprobada por el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración (USCIS, por sus siglas en inglés)
- Documentación profesional o académica, ya sean títulos, certificados, licencias o comprobantes de experiencia.
Where to look for work legally in the United States from Mexico?
The US government has platforms to check for job opportunities, especially for those seeking to enter through temporary work programs.
On this US government portal, you can check for agricultural and non-agricultural job offers, as well as information on employers, salaries, location, and working conditions.
- 2. USAJOBS
This is the official portal for checking vacancies in federal government agencies. It is important to review the citizenship and eligibility requirements for each position, as many federal jobs are reserved for US citizens.
- 3. LinkedIn
Allows you to search for US companies, contact recruiters, and review offers for professionals.
- 4. Indeed
This is another alternative for checking vacancies in different cities and sectors of the United States.
What types of visas allow you to work in the United States?
For Mexicans, there are different immigration categories that allow for working legally in the United States. The visa that corresponds depends on the activity to be carried out, the applicant's credentials, and the hiring conditions.
-H-2A Visa
The H-2A visa allows US employers to temporarily hire foreign workers to carry out agricultural activities. Some of the jobs that can be found under this program are picking fruits and vegetables and planting and harvesting agricultural products.
-H-2B Visa
The H-2B visa is aimed at foreign workers seeking temporary non-agricultural jobs; some sectors where vacancies may exist are in hotels and lodging services; construction; and restaurants and food services.
-TN Visa
This category allows Mexican citizens to work in certain professions contemplated in the trade agreement.
-H-1B Visa
The H-1B visa is aimed at foreign workers seeking to fill specialized positions that require specific knowledge and, generally, a bachelor's degree or an equivalent academic degree in a related field.
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