The International Researchers and Scholars Office (IRSO) manages the complete institutional lifecycle of nonimmigrant individuals at Berkeley Lab, providing step-by-step expertise to secure, renew, and maintain vital immigration documents. Operating as a specialized branch of the HR Solutions Center, this team deploys dedicated Visa Advisors to specific Lab divisions, providing tailored, direct support while centralized leadership oversees affiliate immigration workflows.
IRSO’s mission-driven work sustains daily operations, considering that nearly one-third of the total Lab population consists of foreign national nonimmigrants. By streamlining complex immigration hurdles and driving individual cases to successful completion, IRSO serves as an indispensable pillar of business continuity. Ultimately, their efforts make the Lab’s global scientific mission possible, preserving the diverse, international collaboration required for cutting-edge research.
For more information, see Visa & Immigration Services