Work VISA Resources for Employers
Running an H-2A or other temporary worker program requires careful attention to documentation, compliance, and housing standards. This page provides employers with verified links, forms, and official guidance to help maintain compliance and streamline the visa process.
All materials below come from trusted state and federal sources. Please confirm that any posters, guidance, or rules you rely on are the most up-to-date versions available.
Employer Reference Links
For more information about the programs, requirements and regulations, please visit the links below.
The forms and links provided herein are provided to you at no charge. Please confirm that the poster, guidance, wage, rules, etc…that you are relying on are the most up to date material or document available.
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Housing and Worker Safety Guidelines
Employers are required to provide housing that meets OSHA and state safety standards. These links include checklists and inspection guidelines to help you stay compliant.
OSHA Housing Guidelines
Official Guidelines -https://www.twc.state.tx.us/files/partners/flc-osha-inspection-checklist.pdf
Various States – Walk Through CHECKLIST
Oregon - https://osha.oregon.gov/OSHAPubs/checklists/1876.pdf
Mississippi - https://mdes.ms.gov/media/28771/HousingInspectionChecklist_OSHA_Rev7.pdf
North Carolina - https://www.labor.nc.gov/media/510/open
Wage and Tax Compliance for Employers
Employers hiring under the H-2A program must pay at least the current Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) and follow all federal payroll and tax reporting requirements. These links provide official wage and tax guidance.
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H2-A (Adverse Effect Wage Rates – “AEWR”)
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/foreign-labor/wages/adverse-effect-wage-rates
Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs - TDHCA (Texas only)
https://tdhca.state.tx.us/migrant-housing/index.htm
pdf – TDHCA Migrant Housing application
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IRS laws & rules for H2-A workers
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/foreign-agricultural-workers
Income tax withholding guidelines for H2-A employers – pdf here
Form I-94 (download your workers I-94 – Arrival & Departure Record)
Website: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home
Farm Labor Contractor Forms
If you operate as or hire through a Farm Labor Contractor (FLC), the official DOL form can be found here:
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FARM LABOR CONTRACTOR (“FLC”)
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