Again, the employer and employee can negotiate who pays for it. If you want to sponsor a relative or someone with part-ownership in your business, you need to consult your immigration attorney because there may be restrictions. Every employer must complete I-9 forms , even if there's just one employee. Companies employing independent contractors aren't responsible for completing the I-9 for those workers. The employer provides information about the proposed position to the Department of Labor and to the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Many jobs require an individual labor certification .
The job must be certified by the U.S. Department of Labor after testing the labor market, usually through advertising the job, and determining that no qualified U.S. worker was available. In some permanent residency categories, the labor certification at the Department of Labor isn't needed. Someone who dabbles in immigration cases can do more harm than good. The laws are so complex and change so frequently, a lawyer has to be immersed in the practice to know the nuances. If you're looking for help with employment visas, ask the attorney how much of his or her practice is spent on business immigration.