Immigrate to USA from Argentina

Citizens of Argentina can obtain a wide range of visas for immigration to Miami or any other city in the USA. The main categories of documents that can be issued by the American authorities refer to non-immigrant visas and immigrant visas.

Depending on the particular situation of the Argentinian citizens, our immigration lawyer in Miami can recommend the most suitable type of visa.  We will also help you apply for a residence permit if you decide to move to the USA.

Non-immigrant visas in the USA

Non-immigrant visas in the USA are available for citizens who are interested in immigration matters for a determined period of time. Such documents will not allow the applicant to obtain American citizenship. 

The main non-immigrant visas that can be obtained in this situation are: 

•    tourism visas;
•    visas for business purposes;
•    visas for temporary employment for those who want to relocate to Miami;
•    visas for study purposes;
•    visas addressed to persons who qualify as teachers or professors;

Citizens of Argentina interested in working in Miami, U.S., may apply for a visa for temporary employment. This type of visa will allow foreign citizens to work in this country for a determined period of time. It is important to know that Argentinian citizens will have the right to move to the USA for the prescribed period under which the temporary employment visa is issued. Our immigration lawyer in the USA can offer assistance on the application process, as well as on the fees involved in this procedure. 

It is important to know that the visa issued for tourism purposes can also be issued for medical situations, and not just for traveling to the US. We can also advise on USA citizenship matters.

We can also help you apply for a Green Card for the United States. There are several ways through which it can be obtained, just like in other countries. After receiving the permanent resident status, you can also apply for US citizenship, which is one of the most desired statuses by foreign citizens who move to the USA.

We can also help you apply for a spouse visa for the USA. The procedure is not complicated; however, it may require the assistance of a specialized lawyer due to the requirements to comply with and the lengthy processing times. So, feel free to get in touch with us and get support for moving here as soon as possible.
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Immigrant visas in the USA

The immigration legislation available in the USA states that foreign citizens, including Argentine nationals who want to relocate to the USA, may apply for an immigrant visa, which allows the applicants to obtain permanent residency in this country. At the same time, such documents can provide the right to receive American citizenship. Before that, one must obtain a residence permit in the USA. One of the ways to immigrate and obtain a US green card is through employment. There are several different visa options available for people who want to work in the United States. A particular visa may be required, depending on the type of employment. Therefore, each case will be assessed independently. When selecting to apply for a work visa, you can consult with our US immigration lawyer, who can advise on the best way to go about it.

The most important immigrant visas are the following: 

•    spouse visas;
•    fiancée visas;
•    visas for family members of an American citizen;
•    employment-based visas. 

We can also advise on other immigration matters. For example, applying for the investor visa for the USA. You can rely on our lawyer, who can help you understand the requirements for this type of visa, which can be quite extensive. Feel free to contact us and enquire about the procedure for obtaining it before proceeding.

How to immigrate to the USA from Argentina through employment

An advantageous way to relocate to the United States from Argentina is to obtain a job with an American company. This option is great as it offers financial stability and enables immigrants to get acquainted with the work environment and culture in the USA.

There are several types of work visas one can apply for. Here are some of the available options to enable you to move to the USA from Argentina based on employment:

• temporary work visas, which can be obtained by both professionals and non-skilled workers;
• intra-company transfer visas or L1 visas;
• work visas based on specific treaties the USA signed with other countries;
• E-type investor visas in the USA also enter the category of temporary work permits under certain conditions.

Returning to treaty-based employment, it is possible for Argentinian citizens to move to the USA under the:

• E-1 visa;
• E-2 visa.

The two countries entered the agreement for both types of visas in 1854, making Argentina one of the states to have great collaboration with the United States on employment immigration. Unfortunately, these visas do not lead to obtaining a US Green Card automatically.

Our immigration lawyer in the USA can help you apply for a regular or treaty visa, depending on your situation.

How to relocate to the USA from Argentina based on family ties

Given the good cooperation between the US and Argentina for hundreds of years, the Argentinian community here is quite extensive, especially in the State of Florida. As such, if you plan to reunite with your family, our immigration lawyer in Miami can help you with the following:

• selecting the appropriate visa type;
• preparing the necessary documents;
• checking the eligibility of the family member as a sponsor and advising him/her on meeting the requirements;
• filing and keeping track of the paperwork.

We can assist with filing for US spouse visas or other family-based visas (immediate relative or family preference), depending on your relationship.

The video below provides more details related to immigration to the US from Argentina: 

How many Argentine citizens live in the USA?

According to the last census, at the level of 2021, Argentines were the 14^th largest expat community to live in the USA. Between 2000 and 2021, the number of Argentine population relocating to the US increased by an astounding 169%.

Based on the latest data gathered here:

• the largest population, meaning 23%, is located in Florida;
• 20% of the Argentine nationals live in California;
• 10% of these immigrants live in the State of New York;
• other numerous communities are also in Texas (10%) and New Jersey (6%).

Citizens of Argentina are invited to contact our US immigration lawyer for more details on how to immigrate to the USA. We will also help you apply for US citizenship.