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How the labor shortage in the United States opens up opportunities for Brazilians in high-demand areas with the right to a green card.
Currently, several Brazilians are considering moving to the United States in search of better job opportunities and quality of life, taking advantage of the labor shortage in some sectors of the country. The country's growing attractiveness is due to its diverse options for professional growth and stability. For those who want to secure a stable, legally established life, obtaining a work visa is essential. Among the options, the green card is one of the most coveted, especially for qualified professionals in areas with a shortage of labor.
Growth of the Brazilian community in the USA and the shortage of labor
According to the latest survey by Itamaraty, around 1,9 million Brazilians reside in the United States.
However, this data is from 2022, and it is likely that the number has exceeded 2 million in the last two years.
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Despite the great flow of Brazilians to the USA, a significant portion ends up returning to Brazil.
Often, the reality faced in the North American country is different from expectations.
Living illegally in the United States can significantly limit opportunities to prosper.
For those looking for a more stable life with good chances of employment, a legal work visa, known as a green card, is essential.
Labor shortages and job openings in the United States
The United States, like many other countries, faces a labor shortage in specific sectors.
Being qualified in areas where there is a shortage of professionals can greatly increase your chances of obtaining a green card.
Some professions are especially valued due to the lack of qualified workers in these areas.
According to information from the United States Department of Labor, there is a significant shortage in several areas, such as technology, health, engineering and law.
These areas represent great opportunities for foreigners, including Brazilians, who wish to live and work legally in the country.
Professions that offer work visas in the United States
The United States faces a labor shortage of qualified professionals in several essential areas, creating good opportunities for foreigners, including Brazilians, who have the necessary skills.
Among the most sought after professions are information security analysts, doctors, data engineers, web developers and application developers.
Labor shortages are also high for nurses, psychologists, dentists, airline pilots, lawyers, chemical engineers, civil engineers, petroleum engineers and wind turbine maintenance technicians.
These areas are crucial to the American economy and the lack of qualified workers could make it easier for foreign professionals in these occupations to obtain a green card.
Types of visas for skilled workers
If your profession is in high demand in the United States, your chances of obtaining a work visa increase considerably.
The American government values qualified professionals, understanding that they can contribute significantly to the country's economy and progress.
There are two main types of visas for skilled workers: the EB-1 and the EB-2 National Interest Waiver.
- Seen EB-2: This visa is intended for professionals who have higher education and at least five years of proven experience in the field.
If you work in an industry with a shortage of professionals in the US and meet these criteria, you may be eligible for EB-2. - Seen EB-1: EB-1 is more complex and requires not only meeting EB-2 requirements but also demonstrating exceptional skills in the field. This may include awards, mentions and titles won.
For those who want to start working legally in the United States from day one, the EB-2 visa is a more affordable option, offering an efficient way to establish yourself in the country.
The labor shortage in certain areas in the United States represents a significant opportunity for qualified professionals from other countries, especially Brazilians.
With the high demand for workers in specific sectors, the green card may be an achievable reality for those who meet the necessary requirements.
Understanding which professions are in demand and how visas work can facilitate the immigration process and help turn the dream of living and working in the USA into a reality.
Are you sure? It's that easy, but no,
The reality is different, the process is complex, English has to be intermediate or higher, work authorization is not simple.
Only those who live here know what it's like, right!!!! If you don't speak English, forget it!!! It'll be in the hands of Brazilians, opportunists, exploiters, etc. and not to mention the qualifications, if you don't have them there's no point.
Nonsense, this country is facing a hidden crisis, and all that articles like this do is deceive the needy Brazilian citizen who thinks that this is a land of opportunities.
I've already mentioned the country here, but it hasn't been declared.
Bankrupt*
I got married there and I need to regularize my situation… Can you help me?
Did you marry someone who has documents that can legalize you?
I always dreamed of working in the United States, I really wanted to be able to go and live in this wonderful country.
I would like to have new opportunities, I am African (Mozambican)
Worked in the area of industrial electrical maintenance
Today some migrants have nothing and enjoy the balls and others who have documents and have chiquitas for being legal.