Bill > HR4687

This bill creates a new type of visa for high-skilled South Korean professionals, allowing up to 15,000 South Korean nationals per fiscal year to enter the United States to work in specialty occupations. Specifically, the bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish a new visa category (E(iv)) for South Korean workers in specialty occupations, which requires employers to file an attestation with the Department of Labor. The term "specialty occupation" is defined to include professional roles that typically require advanced education or specialized knowledge. The numerical limitation of 15,000 visas per year applies only to principal visa holders and does not include their spouses or children. This legislation aims to strengthen economic and professional ties between the United States and South Korea by facilitating easier entry for skilled Korean professionals, similar to existing visa provisions for other countries. The bill represents a reciprocal approach to professional immigration, potentially offering mutual benefits for both nations' workforces and industries.

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