Despite its short term of applicability, the H-2A visa is relatively flexible. Some of its benefits include:
– Entry authorizations for qualifying spouses and dependent children of visa holders.
– Unrestricted entry and exit to the United States during the validity period of the visa.
– Visa holders are entitled to prevailing wages, employment standards, and worker’s compensation.
– Visas can be extended indefinitely in certain special situations.
– Visa holders are entitled to certain housing and education benefits, including free public education for dependent children.