H2B Program (Non-Agricultural)

The H2B Program provides a solution to the current labor market shortage by enabling companies that qualify for the federal H2B program to acquire seasonal migrant labor to come and work for only those companies on a legal work permit.

The FEWA H2B Membership includes:

• Individual Guide that is dedicated to assisting you throughout the process

• Filing assistance for all the government forms required to certify an employer to bring in seasonal labor needed to meet peak market demand

• Bilingual staff to help explain the program to domestic and foreign workers

• World Wide assistance in facilitating workers arrival to the U.S.

• Most experience in H2B history according to the US Department of Labor Statistics

• Access to association staff counsel

• Newsletter, legislative alerts, educational seminars

• Constant communication in English and Spanish throughout the entire season, even after you workers arrive

• The "members only" reference E-Guide Book

• MemberAdvantagePro (MAP) system ensures that you know your case status at every step and assures a timely process

• MAP gives you real time arrival and visa results in Mexico

• Fighting for you in Washington DC - Executive Committee for H2B Workforce Coalition, Member of Essential Worker Immigration Coalition and Trade Association Advisory Council for Immigration Works. 

• Allied Affiliate Association (AAA) Member Program - Find out if you are currently a member of FEWA's AAA members and receive your 15% discount by visiting http://www.fewaglobal.org/affiliate.php (Talk to your local/state association about joining FEWA FREE of charge)

• Your workers are members too!

FEWA Worker Member Benefits

• Expedited appointment scheduling using FEWA's MemberAdvantagePro system

• Assistance with the visa appointment process

• FEWA Membership card used for discounts on travel and lodging in Mexico, Also used for identification purposes in the states. (Ex. At a routine traffic stop they will be able to identify who they work for.)

• FEWA Worker Member Newsletter in Spanish and English

• Eligibility to apply for the FEWA Scholarship for workers and their children

• Eligibility to apply for the Worker Relief Fund

• Bilingual staff to help with any questions or concerns throughout the year

• Access to association staff counsel

• Voice in Washington, DC for legislative relief to reassure return for next season

Advantages of the H-2B Program

• Access to an abundant labor supply from foreign countries (ex. Mexico, Central America)

• Efficiency in operations through higher labor productivity

• Repeat workforce year after year

• Less turnover and reduced training cost

• Comfort in knowing you have a legal workforce

• Improved corporate image

• Opportunity to experience new cultures and prepare your employees for life in a multi-cultural work environment

United States Department of Labor Overview

Things to keep in mind about the H2B Program

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the H-2B Program