H-2A Visa

Enter the U.S. temporarily as a seasonal agricultural worker in industries such as harvesting, planting, or crop maintenance through the H‑2A visa program, administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

Who is the Visa for?

Non-U.S. citizens sponsored by U.S. employers needing temporary or seasonal farm labor.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Job offer for temporary or seasonal agricultural work.

  • Employer sponsorship is required, with approved temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor. This is submitted along with Form I‑129 to USCIS


Visa Duration:

  • Up to 1 year, extendable yearly (max 3 years)

  • Must leave for 3 months after 3 years

  • From Jan 17, 2025: 60-day grace period + portability

Processing Time:

  • Regular: 2–6 months

  • Premium: 15 days

OpenSphere Services:

  • Petition Filing – Expert preparation and submission of Form I-129 for H-2A petitions

  • Labor Certification Process – Guidance through the DOL’s temporary labor certification steps and USDA compliance