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F1 Visa
F1 Visa
Student Visa
- For foreign students pursuing academic studies in the U.S.
- Must be accepted into an accredited school.
- Valid for the duration of the program + 60 days grace period.
- Allows on-campus work for up to 20 hours per week.
- Eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT) after studies.
F2 Visa
F2 Visa
Dependent Visa
- For spouses and children (under 21) of F1 visa holders.
- Not allowed to work in the U.S.
- Can study part-time.
- Valid for the same duration as the F1 visa.
CPT Visa
CPT Visa
Curricular Practical Training
- Allows F1 students to gain practical experience related to their major.
- Must be part of the academic program.
- Requires authorization from the Designated School Official (DSO).
- No fixed validity; depends on the program duration.
OPT Visa
OPT Visa
Optional Practical Training
- Allows F1 students to work in their field of study.
- Valid for up to 12 months per degree level.
- STEM students may extend for an additional 24 months.
- Can be used before or after completing studies.
H1B Visa
H1B Visa
Work Visa
- For foreign workers in specialty occupations.
- Requires a bachelor's degree or higher.
- Valid for up to 6 years (initial 3 years + extension).
- Subject to an annual quota of 85,000 visas.
H4 Visa
H4 Visa
Dependent Visa
- For spouses and children of H1B visa holders.
- Valid for the same duration as the H1B visa.
- H4 visa holders can apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) to work in the U.S.
E3 Visa
E3 Visa
Australian Specialty Visa
- For Australian citizens working in specialty occupations.
- Valid for up to 2 years (renewable).
- Similar to the H1B visa but with a separate quota.
E3-D Visa
E3-D Visa
Dependent Visa
- For spouses and children of E3 visa holders.
- Valid for the same duration as the E3 visa.
- E3-D visa holders can work in the U.S. with an EAD.
TN Visa
TN Visa
NAFTA Professional Visa
- For Canadian and Mexican citizens under NAFTA.
- Valid for up to 3 years (renewable).
- Must work in a profession listed in the NAFTA agreement.
TN-TD Visa
TN-TD Visa
Dependent Visa
- For spouses and children of TN visa holders.
- Valid for the same duration as the TN visa.
- TN-TD visa holders cannot work in the U.S.
L1 Visa
L1 Visa
Inter-company Transfer
- For employees transferring to a U.S. branch of their company.
- L-1A for executives/managers: Valid for up to 7 years.
- L-1B for specialized knowledge employees: Valid for up to 5 years.
L2-EAD Visa
L2-EAD Visa
Dependent Visa
- For spouses and children of L1 visa holders.
- Valid for the same duration as the L1 visa.
- L2-EAD holders can work in the U.S. with an EAD.
Green Card
Green Card
Permanent Residency
- Permanent residency in the U.S.
- Allows living and working in the U.S. indefinitely.
- Can apply for U.S. citizenship after 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen).
B1 Visa
B1 Visa
Business Visa
- For short-term business visits to the U.S.
- Valid for up to 6 months.
- Cannot be used for employment or long-term work.
B2 Visa
B2 Visa
Visitor Visa
- For tourism, vacations, or visiting family/friends.
- Valid for up to 6 months.
- Cannot be used for employment or business purposes.
US Citizen
US Citizen
Full Rights
- Full rights to live and work in the U.S.
- Can vote in U.S. elections.
- Eligible for a U.S. passport.
Visa and their supported Tax Terms
Visa
Tax Term
H1B
C2C
H4 EAD
W2
C2C
GC-EAD
W2
C2C
Green Card
W2
C2C
1099
US Citizen
W2
C2C
1099
OPT
W2
C2C
TN Visa
W2
C2C
L1 Visa
W2
C2C
L2 Visa
W2
C2C
Understanding Tax Terms in US Staffing
When it comes to US staffing, understanding tax terms is crucial for both employers and employees. Here are some common tax terms:
- W-2: This tax term involves an agreement between an individual and a corporation. Only Green card holders, US citizens, EAD holders, or TN Visa holders can work on W-2 tax terms. W-2 candidates are entitled to basic benefits like medical insurance, PTO, and 401K.
- C2C: C2C is an agreement between two corporations, not individuals. Tax is paid by the corporation on behalf of their consultants. H1B visa holders often work on C2C terms, where the staffing firm markets their resume.
- 1099: This tax term is rarely used in the US job market. Individuals paid on 1099 terms are responsible for paying their own taxes as all earnings are paid untaxed.
Common Tax Terms in US Staffing
In addition to the above, here are some other tax terms commonly used in US staffing:
- W-2 Employee: An individual considered a "common law" employee with taxes withheld by the employer.
- 1099 Independent Contractor: An individual considered self-employed responsible for their own taxes.
- Corp to Corp: Used when a candidate works on behalf of an employer for another client, with the employer responsible for taxes and wages.
- Payroll Taxes: Taxes withheld from an employee's pay and remitted to the government by the employer.
- Unemployment Taxes: Taxes paid by employers to fund unemployment insurance programs.
- Federal Income Tax: Taxes paid by individuals on their earned income to the federal government.
- State Income Tax: Taxes paid by individuals on their earned income to the state government.
- FICA: Federal Insurance Contributions Act, funding Social Security and Medicare programs.
- Withholding: Deducting money from an employee's pay for taxes.