Episode 6: Bringing Filipino VAs to the U.S. | What Employers MUST Know
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Alka Bahal of OGC Solutions shares nearly three decades of experience as a corporate immigration attorney, offering valuable insights into the complex intersection of global talent, employment law, and U.S. immigration policy. Drawing from her work helping multinational companies and U.S. employers navigate immigration regulations, Bahal explains the realities of bringing international employees to the United States, the visa pathways available to businesses, and the legal obligations that come with hiring foreign talent.
The conversation explores the practical risks and rewards of relocating remote workers, including the challenges surrounding J-1 exchange visitor programs, employment-based visas, wage requirements, compliance responsibilities, and the impact of today's evolving immigration landscape. Bahal also discusses how recent policy ...