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Writer's pictureHenry Ortiz, Esq. - Abogado

Significant contributions made by Immigrants to the United States

Immigration is the act of moving to a new country or region to live there permanently. People who immigrate are known as immigrants. They may do so for a variety of reasons, such as to seek better economic opportunities, to reunite with family members, to escape persecution, or to pursue higher education.


Immigrants have made significant contributions to the United States throughout its history. They have brought new ideas, skills, and perspectives that have helped to shape the country's culture and economy.


Some specific contributions of immigrants to the United States are economic contributions. Immigrants have played a vital role in the U.S. economy, starting businesses, creating jobs, and paying taxes. According to the Small Business Administration, immigrants are twice as likely as native-born Americans to start a business, and immigrant-owned businesses employ one in 10 American workers.



There are a number of reasons why immigrants may be more likely to start businesses than native-born Americans. One reason may be that immigrants are often driven by the need to create economic opportunities for themselves and their families. Immigrants may also bring with them unique skills, experiences, and perspectives that can be valuable in the business world. Additionally, some immigrants come from countries where the economic and political systems may be less stable, which can lead to a greater risk tolerance and a desire to create a more secure future through entrepreneurship.


Another factor that may contribute to the higher rate of business ownership among immigrants are language and cultural barriers. As a result, starting a business is a way to overcome these barriers and create their own opportunities.


Other contributions of immigrants to the United States are scientific and technological innovations. Immigrants have made numerous scientific and technological innovations that have had a major impact on the United States and the world. Immigrants have won more than a quarter of all Nobel Prizes awarded to Americans and have made significant contributions to fields such as medicine, physics, and computer science.



Overall, immigrants have made significant contributions to the United States, helping to shape the country's culture, economy, and society.


Immigrants and non-immigrants can work for US employers, or invest in existing US businesses, create new ones.


Do you have questions?

Ortiz Law has several years of experience helping foreign entrepreneurs, investors, and multinational companies enter the US market. Attorney Henry Ortiz is licensed to represent clients with immigration matters in any city within the USA or abroad. Represent clients with the US Department of State (DOS), at US Consulate offices abroad, at Federal Courts, and in front of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) subdivisions include: The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE), US Customs and Border Patrol (CBP), and the Federal Courts Under the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR).


Contact the office if you have questions. Email: Info@OrtizUSA.com


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