Navigating the US Immigration System: Work Visas and Green Cards for Ukrainians

Many Ukrainians have sought refuge in the US under the Uniting for Ukraine program. This raises questions about work permits and pathways to permanent residency. A recent video interview with immigration lawyers Gloria and Daria of Domingos Law Firm sheds light on these issues. "The process can be complex," explains Daria, "and depends on your qualifications and the type of work." They emphasized that obtaining a green card through employment often requires leaving the country for consular processing, a step that can take several years. The lawyers also discussed labor certification, a requirement for some employment-based green cards, and clarified that TPS (Temporary Protected Status) does not bypass consular processing. The video offers valuable insights into the legal complexities faced by Ukrainian immigrants seeking to build their lives in the US.