I need information on how to get a sponsored job in the US so i can move with my partner (he is a US citizen)

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3 hours ago, ivi_legaz said:

I mean, I can get a student or work one right? There has to be other ways than just marriage, they might not be as easy but still

If you are not sure you want to marry your partner yet and want to try living in the same country first. 

The student visa would probably be your best option. 

Obtaining a work visa would likely take several years unless you qualify for an L visa through your current company or you have a science/technology background.

First you will need to find a school (close to your boyfriend) 

Then apply to the school and obtain the I-20.

Then go to an interview at the Spain consulate and hope they give you the student visa. 

You should get it if you have the financial resources and the school you choose is legit.

Potential issue: they deny your F1 visa and you lose ESTA privileges

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I encountered this scenario when I wanted to live with my then-boyfriend. It just wasn't possible via school or work for me. We ended up getting married and I got a spousal visa, but of course because there was no way for us to know each other properly prior to marriage, we did get to know each other post-marriage, and it didn't work out 😅

 

One of the drawbacks to international relationships, unfortunately. It's a risk you take. I don't regret the experience at all, though. 

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14 hours ago, SalishSea said:

Work visas are limited to certain types of jobs that are hard to fill in the US.   Graphic design is not one of them.

 

That is simply not true. A lot of tech companies rely on graphic/UX designers, of which many are from abroad and secured a job in the US via a H1B. However that visa, I think, does require a college degree as starter.

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1 minute ago, Pat&Vince said:

That is simply not true. A lot of tech companies rely on graphic/UX designers, of which many are from abroad and secured a job in the US via a H1B. However that visa, I think, does require a college degree as starter.

Graphic design, among H1b workers in tech hubs like where I live, would be the exception.   

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14 hours ago, ivi_legaz said:

Well, it with be UI/UX Design more than graphic design. So, for a company to sponsor me, it has to be a specific job, or can't it be that the company wants me there and decides to sponsor it?

 

Again, I am sooo new to all of this so, they are all genuine questions

Immigration to the US is a real journey, you should consider the DV (green card) lottery as well. I know a few people who won, so it’s not that rare.

Getting married would be the easiest path (though you’ll need to be patient…) as it grants a green card and the authorization to work.

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On 8/19/2023 at 3:15 AM, ivi_legaz said:

Hi there! 

 

First of all, thank you so much to anyone that takes the time to read this and help. Me (in Spain) and my partner (US) want to move in together and he has all his life in the US so we decided I will be the one moving. For now I will use the ESTA but we want something more permanent without having to go long periods of time without each other. 

 

I have a Coursera certificate in UX/UI design and some studies in Graphic design. I do not know how to go on about this, I just want to find a sponsored job that allows me to stay there and eventually become a citizen. 

 

Anyone has any tips, help or knowledge to share? I know very little about visas but I know they are hard to get. 

 

Any help is welcome! 

Two ways

 

1) marry a US citizen and they can sponsor you for green card

2) Find a job and than your employer has to file for h1b visa. You need atleast a bachelors degree for that . Once you start working for your employer than they may start a green card process. 

 

Other than that there are no other options for partners or boyfriends/girl friends category