Visa Contract Extension Agreement

VISA CONTRACT EXTENSION AGREEMENT

This Visa Contract Extension Agreement (the Agreement) is made effective as of Effective Date: by and between Employer/Sponsor: , located at (Employer), and Employee/Beneficiary: , residing at (Employee). The Employer and Employee are each a Party and collectively the Parties.

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Parties entered into an original employment and visa sponsorship agreement dated Original Agreement Date: (Original Agreement), pursuant to which Employer filed or sponsored a visa petition on behalf of Employee; and

WHEREAS, the term of the Original Agreement and the underlying visa authorization is scheduled to expire on Original Termination Date: ; and

WHEREAS, the Parties wish to extend the term of the Original Agreement and to document their agreement concerning continued visa sponsorship, responsibilities for fees, and related employment terms.

NOW, THEREFORE

In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

1.1. "Extension Period" means the period commencing on the day after the Original Termination Date and ending on New Termination Date: , unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement.

1.2. Terms defined in the Original Agreement have the same meanings when used in this Agreement unless otherwise defined herein.

2. EXTENSION OF TERM

2.1. Extension. Employer and Employee hereby agree to extend the term of the Original Agreement for the Extension Period. All obligations of the Parties under the Original Agreement shall continue in full force and effect during the Extension Period except as expressly modified by this Agreement.

2.2. Effect on Visa Sponsorship. Employer shall, subject to Section 5, take all actions reasonably necessary to maintain or extend Employee's visa status for the Extension Period, including preparation and filing of any required petitions, responses, or applications with appropriate immigration authorities.

3. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

3.1. Salary. During the Extension Period, Employee shall continue to receive compensation at the rate set forth in the Original Agreement unless changed as follows:

3.2. Benefits. Employee's entitlement to benefits shall remain as provided in the Original Agreement except for modifications expressly documented in Section 3.1 or in Additional Terms below.

4. IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP AND COMPLIANCE

4.1. Employer Responsibilities. Employer shall (a) prepare and timely file all necessary documentation and petitions to secure or extend Employee's visa status; (b) pay Employer-paid filing fees and government fees expressly agreed in this Agreement; and (c) provide any certifications or attestations required by immigration authorities. Employer shall not misrepresent material facts in any filing or document submitted on Employee's behalf.

4.2. Employee Responsibilities. Employee shall promptly provide truthful and complete information and original documents reasonably requested by Employer to effectuate visa filings, and shall cooperate in interviews and provide signatures as required. Employee shall not engage in conduct that would render Employee ineligible for the visa or for employment authorization.

4.3. No Guarantee. Employer makes no guarantee that immigration authorities will approve any application or petition. Employer's obligation is to act in good faith and exercise reasonable efforts in preparing and submitting required materials.

5. FEES, COSTS AND INDEMNIFICATION

5.1. Fees and Costs. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Employer shall be responsible for Employer-side filing fees and Employer's reasonable attorney fees associated with sponsorship filings. Employee is responsible for any fees specifically identified as Employee-paid, and for costs arising from Employee's failure to provide timely, accurate information.

5.2. Indemnification. Each Party agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the other Party from and against any liabilities, losses, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from such Party's material breach of this Agreement or willful misconduct related to visa filings. Employer shall not be liable to Employee for denial of benefits or visa petitions caused by Employee's fraud or material misrepresentation.

6. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

6.1. Each Party represents and warrants that it has the authority to enter into this Agreement, that the execution and delivery of this Agreement have been duly authorized, and that this Agreement constitutes a valid and binding obligation enforceable in accordance with its terms.

6.2. Employee represents that all information provided to Employer for immigration purposes is true, correct, and complete, and that Employee will notify Employer promptly of any change in circumstances that may affect Employee's eligibility for the visa.

7. TERMINATION

7.1. Termination for Cause. Either Party may terminate this Agreement for material breach by the other Party, provided that the terminating Party gives written notice specifying the breach and a reasonable opportunity to cure, not less than Ten (10) days where curable.

7.2. Termination for Convenience. Employer may terminate the employment relationship subject to the notice and severance provisions of the Original Agreement and applicable law; termination shall not relieve Employer of obligations to pay fees already incurred for pending filings unless otherwise required by law.

7.3. Effect of Termination. Upon termination of this Agreement, Employer's obligation to pursue visa sponsorship for Employee shall cease unless otherwise required by law or expressly agreed in writing. Termination shall not affect accrued rights or liabilities of either Party arising prior to termination.

8. CONFIDENTIALITY

8.1. Confidential Information exchanged in connection with the Original Agreement or this Agreement shall remain subject to the confidentiality obligations set forth in the Original Agreement. Each Party shall protect such information using at least the same degree of care as it uses to protect its own confidential information, but no less than reasonable care.

9. NOTICES

Notices shall be in writing and shall be deemed given upon personal delivery, one business day after deposit with an overnight courier, or three business days after deposit in the mail, postage prepaid, to the addresses provided above.

10. AMENDMENT; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

10.1. Amendment. This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both Parties.

10.2. Waiver. No waiver of any breach or default shall constitute a waiver of any other breach or default.

10.3. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

11. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

11.1. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive laws of Governing State:

11.2. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with the Original Agreement, constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations and understandings of the Parties.

11.3. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect and the invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced by a valid and enforceable provision that most closely reflects the Parties' intent.

12. ADDITIONAL TERMS

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