Immigration and Nationality Act (INA): Primary federal immigration law that provides the framework for employment-based immigration, including verification of employment eligibility, visa classification requirements, and general immigration provisions.
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Legislation requiring employers to verify employment eligibility through Form I-9, establishing anti-discrimination provisions, and setting compliance standards for hiring foreign workers.
Department of Labor Regulations: Federal regulations governing labor certification requirements, prevailing wage determinations, and working conditions standards for foreign workers.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage requirements, overtime provisions, and working hours regulations that apply to all employees regardless of immigration status.
State-specific Employment Laws: Various state-level regulations covering wage and hour laws, employment verification requirements, and labor standards that vary by jurisdiction.
USCIS Requirements: United States Citizenship and Immigration Services guidelines for different visa categories, including documentation requirements and petition support requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Federal laws ensuring non-discrimination in employment, including provisions for equal pay and fair treatment regardless of national origin.
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing employment classification, tax implications, and withholding requirements for foreign workers.
