Work Visas & Employment-Based Immigration in Nevada
H-1B, L-1, O-1, PERM labor certification, E-Verify requirements, and professional licensing in Nevada.
Common work visa categories
| Duration | Key requirement | |
|---|---|---|
| H-1B | 3 years (renewable to 6) §8 U.S.C. 1101 | Specialty occupation requiring bachelor's degree or higher |
| L-1 | 1-3 years (renewable) §8 U.S.C. 1101 | Intracompany transferee in managerial or specialized knowledge role |
| O-1 | 3 years (renewable) §8 U.S.C. 1101 | Extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics |
| TN | 3 years (renewable) §8 U.S.C. 1101 | USMCA (formerly NAFTA) professional from Canada or Mexico |
| E-2 | 2 years (renewable) §8 U.S.C. 1101 | Treaty investor from qualifying country |
E-Verify in Nevada
Not mandatory statewide. E-Verify is voluntary for private employers in Nevada. Some state contracts may require it.
Professional licensing
Nevada allows DACA recipients and other work-authorized immigrants to obtain professional licenses. AB 275 (2019) prohibited licensing boards from denying a license solely based on immigration status if the applicant is otherwise qualified and authorized to work.
PERM labor certification
For permanent employment-based green cards, most employers must complete the PERM labor certification process through the Department of Labor, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position §8 U.S.C. 1182(a)(5).
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