Is your visa expiring? May these resources can help you navigate the situation.

Are you currently on work visa and your company is no longer renewing the sponsorship? Here’s some resources that you might find it helpful.

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What’s covered.

  1. Check list

  2. What to do

  3. Resources (with cost)

  4. Resources (free)

  1. Check List

  • Passport

  • Visa stamp

  • Any travel documents associated

  • Social Security card

  • Referral from your current and/or past employer

  • Referral from your professors

  • Updated resume

  • Cover letter

2. What to do

Conversation with your current employer

  1. Consult with lawyer first

  2. Know your goal and the outcome you want

  3. Prepare and practice the conversation

  4. Get support of your management if possible

  5. Ask if there’s any opportunities within the company to keep the employment and visa

Look for a new role

  1. Reach out to your professional and personal network

  2. Post and ask if there’s any opportunities on social media

  3. Actively reach out and apply to the companies you’re interested in

  4. Get referral from your network

Things to consider

  1. Consult with lawyer and explore different visa options

  2. Ask your employer if you can relocate to another office in different country

  3. Consider companies that are in business with your native country, language etc

3. Resources

Where to find open roles

  • LinkedIn

  • Wellfound (formely Angel List Talent)

  • Closed groups (alumni network on LinkedIn, school job board etc)

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