New Rule for Consular Services The Department of State issued a new rule for Consular services today on fees that increases H-2A and H-2B visa application processing by $15 dollars. While it is hard to support any increase, the good news is that $15 is well...
What is the most effective way to implement your seasonal worker program? Streamline Your Approach to Agriculture Labor Management Webinar presented by Arnulfo Hinojosa, Vice President of Federation of Employers and Workers of America (FEWA)Wednesday, March 8,...
H-2B Cap for Second Half of FY 2023 USCIS has received enough petitions to meet the congressionally mandated H-2B cap for the second half of FY 2023. Feb. 27, 2023 was the final receipt date for new cap-subject H-2B worker petitions requesting an...
The FEWA Foundation is a separate 501(c) 3 corporation for purely charitable causes which operates entirely on donations and grants. Among some of the Foundation’s programs are: Worker Relief Fund - assists workers in dire situations which are typically no fault of...
As 2022 ends, we wanted to provide a year in review and a reminder about the services and benefits you and your workers receive at FEWA. The FEWA Difference As the H-2A and H-2B program continue to grow, you will find many new names offering advice and...
FEWA Foundation’s purpose in awarding scholarships is to provide assistance to children of families involved in diverse workplaces, who aspire to pursue scholastic endeavors post-high school or equivalent. Such assistance and awards are not limited...
FEWA is a nonprofit organization and was formed to provide help for employers and workers to come together to satisfy the great need for a diversified workplace and temporary seasonal labor in the United States. Further, FEWA provides for...
The H-2A Visa Program The H-2A visa program is a viable solution for those in the agriculture and aquaculture industries who experience difficulties hiring the domestic work force they need. Frequently Asked Questions Is My Business Eligible?Is There a Minimum Worker...
Qualifying Criteria for an agricultural employer to participate in the H-2A program Must have a Temporary or Seasonal Need for Labor: "Temporary or seasonal nature" means employment performed at certain seasons of the year, usually in relation to the production...
Since 2005, the agriculture industry has seen a declining trend in the availability of U.S. farm workers. To find relief, ag employers have turned to the H-2A guest worker visa program to overcome ongoing seasonal worker shortages. The H-2A program allows agricultural...