In this special episode of The Private Chef Podcast, immigration attorney Michael Wildes, renowned for representing culinary icon Chef Jean-Georges and former First Lady Melania Trump, talks about the complexities of immigration law for private chefs aiming to work in the United States. Michael also discusses the importance of developing a relationship with an immigration lawyer early in their career, the different visa options available, the criteria for establishing oneself as a knowledgeable culinary professional, the impact of marriages on the immigration process, and the importance of being transparent about past records and denials.  Tune in to learn more about the importance of working with expert lawyers to navigate the immigration process and achieve the American dream. Listen to this brand new episode of The Private Chef Podcast on: Apple  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/us-immigration-laws-and-visa-options-for-private/id1648363134?i=1000652433070 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/episode/6xVheUQyAvlPY1Nb5Zex8T Youtube  https://youtu.be/FpC3_6e9vhM Seeking a mentor to navigate the private service industry? Email me at [email protected] Join our growing community of chefs  and get your FREE e-book HERE https://www.privatechef.cc/joinus Let's stay connected to get the latest updates, tips, learning resources, and job opportunities: LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannes-hennche/ Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/hanneshennche/ Twitter https://twitter.com/JHennche Facebook https://www.facebook.com/privatechefcc Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/@hanneshennche Connect with Michael Wildes LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwildes/ Website  https://www.wildeslaw.com/ Time Stamps 00:00:50 - The Biggest Hurdle for Professional Immigration 00:02:19 - When to Engage with an Immigration Lawyer 00:04:30 - Visas to Avoid for Long-Term Stay Plans 00:06:35 - Pathways for Longer Stay Periods: HELLO Acronym 00:09:05 - Spousal Work Permissions on Different Visas 00:13:03 - Establishing Substantial Credentials for Immigration 00:15:00 - Building a Portfolio for an O Visa 00:17:42 - Private Chefs and Immigration for High-Net-Worth Families 00:19:27 - The Limitations of Immigration for Personal Staff 00:21:15 - The O Visa: A Path to Establishing Talent 00:25:14 - Marriage as a Legal Pathway to Immigration 00:29:46 - Impact of Criminal Records on Immigration 00:33:23 - Relationship Between US and India for Immigration 00:34:41 - Dealing with Previous Visa Denials 00:36:05 - Celebrity Immigration Challenges Sound Bites "Develop a relationship with a very strong immigration lawyer at the very beginning of your career." "The visas that would permit you to have a dual intent and therefore be here temporarily and at the same time manifest an intention to be here permanently are the golden visas." "The H1 allows for a green card. So on a Monday, if you get an H1 on a Tuesday, you can apply for a green card." #theprivatechefpodcast #privatechef #chef #yachtchef