Startup (0–25 Foreign Nationals)

Whether a company is in its early growth stage or is accelerating, it requires the best global talent to scale and succeed. Especially scaling a startup in the U.S. is a critical task when it comes to dealing with the complex U.S. immigration laws. At Hobberman & Company we help U.S. startups (0-25 foreign nationals) to simplify the complicated procedure of hiring, sponsoring, and reserving international talent.

Types of Visas for U.S. Startup

Work Visas and Employer Sponsorship

Our team guides startups through acquiring employment-based visas for individuals with exceptional ability in the field of science, business, or technology; for intra-company transfer of executives, managers, and professional employees.

Founders And Entrepreneur Visas

Our legal team set up strong petitions to acquire visas for founders and co-founders who contribute to U.S. economic growth for businesspersons from foreign countries investing in the U.S..

  • EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW)
  • E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
  • EB-5 Investor Visa Program

Why Partner With Us?

Personalized Legal Advice
Scalable Global Solutions
Proactive & Tech Driven Services
Customized Visa Solutions
Startup Focused Expertise

U.S. Startup: How We Support You

Initial Assessment & Talent Evaluation
Immigration Strategy Planning
Visa Petition Preparation
Consular Processing
Green Card & Long Term Planning
Expansion & Global Talent Strategy
Building scalable immigration frameworks for growing companies
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Global Hiring and Corporate Talent Mobility
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Hiring talent across H-1B, L-1, O-1 & Green Card categories
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End-to-End Support

From initial visa strategy to long-term Green Card planning

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the main visa categories for startup companies?
    Startup founders’ main visa categories include the E-2 Visa, O-1 Visa, L-1 Visa, and H1-B Visa.
  • What documents are required by a startup for visa sponsorship?
    The important documents include the Employer Identification Number, bank statements, funding documents, the employment offer letter, Certificate of Business Registration.
  • What is the best visa strategy for early-stage startups looking to hire or relocate foreign talent?
    Early-stage companies typically rely on visas like O-1, L-1, and E-2, depending on funding, ownership, and employee role. Startups need to demonstrate operational viability, a business plan, and the foreign national’s qualifications.
  • Can a U.S. startup company offer a Green card sponsorship to the foreign employee?
    Yes, a U.S. startup can sponsor the foreign national for a green card or permanent residency through employment-based visa categories like EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3.
  • Can a foreign entrepreneur establish a new startup in the U.S.?
    Yes, a qualified foreign national can set up a startup in the U.S. with the support of the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER) program. The founders must prove that their business will create the employment opportunities and contribute to U.S. economic development.
  • How does Hobberman support early-stage startups with immigration planning?
    We help founders design long-term immigration pathways, build compliant processes, prepare strong petitions, and advise on hiring strategies that align with future growth and Green Card planning.

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