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Smith Stone Walters’ Global Immigration team is on hand to support businesses and individuals making moves to numerous countries within the Americas region.

Whether you are relocating to the United States for a permanent employment contract or visiting Brazil for a business trip, our immigration experts can guide you through the requirements for your destination country with ease.

Smith Stone Walters offers a comprehensive global immigration service covering many key countries within the Americas region. Our expertise covers key countries such as the United States, Canada and Brazil, where we help employers and their assignees to achieve their international relocation goals.

There are different visa categories available, depending on the reasons you are entering your destination country. Below, we set out the top three visa categories for each popular destination within the Americas region.  

Worldwide, the United States is the most popular destination country for foreign nationals looking to relocate, and is home to more international migrants than any other country. Various visa categories exist for permanent and temporary work assignments. 

usa h-1b specialty occupations

For employers seeking to hire foreign workers in specialty roles.

usa l-1 intracompany transfer 

For employers transferring workers to the USA from a linked overseas entity.

usa b-1 business visit visa

Allows individuals to enter the USA for business related activities.

The Canadian immigration system offers a range of work routes which can lead to settlement, making it a popular choice for those looking to relocate from their home country permanently.  

canada GLOBAL TALENT STREAM

Allows innovative companies to quickly bring in highly skilled talent to fill labour shortages.

canada intracompany transfer 

Facilitates the relocation of employees with unique expertise within multinational companies.

canada visitor Visa

For tourists, family visitors, and business travelers planning short-term stays in Canada.

As the largest country in South America, Brazil is popular among tourists and business visitors alike. The Brazilian immigration system offers a range of visa types for temporary and permanent employment.

brazil vitem v work visa

The most commonly awarded work visa which applies to most foreign workers in Brazil.

brazil trainee visa

Allows the applicant to receive professional training in Brazil.

brazil technical assistance visa

Allows a worker to carry out technical visits to service Brazilian companies.