Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems, methods, and non-transitory computer-readable storage media for managing immigration status. A system configured to practice the method identifies a project, such as a work contract. The system identifies a worker assigned to the project, wherein an immigration status of the worker requires the worker to have a visa, such as an H-1B visa, to participate in the project. The system electronically prepares and tracks immigration documentation associated with the visa in order to allow the worker to participate in the project. Then the system determines if an event occurs that impacts the immigration status, and, if the event occurs, the system updates the immigration documentation based on the event. The immigration documentation can include a labor condition application (LCA) and/or a public access file (PAF). The system can prepare the immigration documentation based on information stored in a personal profile of the worker.