<p>This guide will provide you with information concerning the various  visas, both temporary and permanent, in which you may live and work in  the United States. The guide will explain the various temporary visas  such as the B, E, H, and L. It will also explain the main types of  permanent residence visas (green cards) based upon business occupation.  Other matters such as visa documentation required at American Embassies  for various visas, Change of status(visa) after entry to the United  States, and Employer Sanctions are also covered.</p>
<p>After the tragedy  of September 11, 2001, the procedures for obtaining visas was changed.  Many security procedures were expanded and new ones created. Many aliens  of middle eastern descent have special registration procedures. The  Immigration and Naturalization Service used to be under the jurisdiction  of the U.S. Department of Justice. After 9/11/01, the name was changed  to Citizenship and Immigration Services and is now under the  jurisdiction of the newly created Department of Homeland Security. The  Department of Justice now has expanded powers to investigate and  incarcerate aliens suspected of terrorism.</p>
<p>This guide is not  intended to provide legal advise for a specific case. If you have a  specific case, it is recommended that you contact an attorney for  advice.</p>
<p>I hope that this guide will be of use to you in providing basic information about immigration.</p>
<p>Timothy D. Takata<br />Attorney at Law</p>