EB-1 vs. O-1: which one is better for your career in the U.S.?
If you are a distinguished professional, artist, executive, scientist, or high-level athlete from Latin America, you have probably heard about EB-1 and O-1 visas for working in the United States. Both recognize extraordinary talent, but they have different objectives, requirements, and benefits. Choosing the right visa depends on your professional trajectory, long-term goals, and the […]
What employers look for when sponsoring an H-1B visa
Think of a scene from The Office (U.S. version) where a new employee joins Dunder Mifflin, and everyone is watching closely to see if they’ll fit in, deliver results, and handle the company’s pace. In real life, employers in the U.S. sponsoring an H-1B visa are looking for exactly that: talent that not only masters […]
The O-1 visa is built like a winning movie
Do you remember that scene in Rocky, when no one bet on him and yet he ends up in the most important ring in the world? That’s often what the journey looks like for a Latin American professional who wants to take their talent to the United States. They don’t have the famous last name […]
LOIGICA lands in Guadalajara: a strategic move in Mexico’s Silicon Valley
The international firm LOIGICA officially opens its new office in Guadalajara, Jalisco, consolidating a venture that has been in the works for over six years and, according to its CEO, Harry Tapias, “arrives at the perfect time to connect Mexican entrepreneurs with the U.S. market, from the capital of innovation in Mexico”. The city was […]
Global talent, legal support: LOIGICA at SHRM 2025
LOIGICA’s presence at the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2025, held in San Diego, was more than an institutional appearance — it was a statement of principles. We were part of one of the world’s most influential events in talent management, alongside global leaders who, like us, believe in a borderless future of work. During […]
H-1B Visa Alternatives
H1B Visa Alternatives: 3 minutes read The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa specifically tailored to foreign workers in specialty occupations who seek to utilize their knowledge and expertise while working and residing in the United States. What is the H1B annual cap and visa lottery? Given the highly competitive nature of this program, an […]
PERM Labor Certification: Your Comprehensive Guide to Employment-Based Immigration
PERM LABOR CERTIFICATION: 3 minutes read The process of obtaining permanent residency or a green card through employment in the United States can be complex and time-consuming. One important step in this process is the PERM labor certification, which acts as an essential requirement for certain employment-based immigrant visa categories. In this blog, we will […]
Exploring your immigration options beyond the H-1B lottery
Last month, the H1B lottery program, organized annually by USCIS, concluded and awarded 85,000 H1B visas to foreign workers accepting job offers here in the United States. Because this is a competitive and popular visa program, there is a likelihood that many people applied for the H1B visa and were not selected. So, what options […]
Could you qualify for the “Einstein” green card?
Einstein green card: 3 minutes read It’s as impressive as it sounds: the Einstein green card is the most prestigious green card category in the US, and it is reserved for people who possess extraordinary ability in any of the following fields: Science Arts Education Business Athletics It’s a very coveted and unique form of […]
