May, 2017 | Scott Legal, P.C.

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Approvals

E-2 Visa approval for an online marketing and IT solutions provider

Scott Legal, P.C. just had a E-2 visa approval for an approval for an online marketing and IT solutions provider company. The approval was obtained through USCIS and the applicant was an applicant from Bangladesh. The investment amount was a…

IanScottMay 12, 2017

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

What is “Deferred Inspection” and when is it used?

When a traveler presents him or herself before the Customs and Border Patrol officer at a port of entry in the US, the officer reviews the individual’s passport and travel documents and may ask a few questions to determine whether…

IanScottMay 8, 2017

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

What is a “Sanctuary City” and what are the Sanctuary City policies?

The term “Sanctuary City” is applied to cities that do not cooperate with the federal government’s enforcement of immigration law by not permitting municipal funds or resources to be used in the furtherance of immigration enforcement. Further, these cities embrace…

IanScottMay 8, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I bring my Parents or Close Relatives with me to the US on my E-2 Visa?

The E-2 visa is a visa classification that permits a foreign national to live in the United States to develop and direct the operations of a business. Upon the approval of an E-2 application, an applicant’s spouse and children under…

IanScottMay 8, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I bring my Parents or Close Relatives with me to the US on my E-2 Visa?

IanScottMay 8, 2017

Approvals

I-751 Waiver Approved for Client

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an approval for an I-751 waiver for a client who was married for less than 2 years and divorced his spouse. He had a conditional green card and we obtained the waiver so that…

IanScottMay 6, 2017

News

Scott Legal to Attend AILA Conference in New Orleans

We are pleased to announce that three members of the Scott Legal, P.C. team will attend the American Immigration Lawyers' Association (AILA) in New Orleans in June. The conference is a three day conference that covers a vast number of…

IanScottMay 6, 2017

EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

EB-5 Program Extended to September 30th Without Change

The EB-5 program allows investor to obtain a green card if they invest either $900,000 or $1,800,000 in business or projects that will ultimately create 10 full-time jobs. A full summary of the EB-5 requirements can be obtained by clicking…

IanScottMay 6, 2017

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Immigration PERM

If I sponsor an employee for a green card do I have to place advertisements? What does it mean to “test the labor market”? What are the Steps for PERM?

If you are an employer planning to sponsor one of your employees for a green card, there are several steps to the process. The most well-known part of the process and the one we receive the most questions about is…

IanScottMay 4, 2017

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Family Immigration Immigration

What happens if I get married or divorced after I file an application for asylum but before I have an interview?

If you have filed for asylum with the USCIS, you know that it is taking years to have an interview. There is currently a backlog of over 250,000 cases with the Asylum Offices nationwide. Therefore, many life events may occur…

IanScottMay 4, 2017

H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

H-1B Petitions have Been Selected & Petitions Not Selected Will be Returned

The U.S. Government has completed entering the data for H-1B petitions for this year. This means that if you have not yet received a receipt notice and/or your check has not been cashed, your petition may not have been selected. …

IanScottMay 4, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for Photographer at U.S. Consulate in Frankfurt

We just had an E-2 visa approval for a photographer in Florida. The applicant has a photography studio and the visa was approved at the U.S. Consulate in Frankfurt. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your free…

IanScottMay 2, 2017

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Immigration Questions & Answers

What is a Request for Evidence? What Do I Need to do If I Get a Request for Evidence?

When an applicant submits an immigration petition application with USCIS or through consular processing, one possible result of the petition or application is a Request for Evidence (a “RFE,” though consulates may use a different name). A RFE is a…

IanScottMay 2, 2017

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E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Buy a Franchise? E-2 Visas for Franchises

An E-2 visa is a visa option available to certain foreign nationals who would like to start or buy a business in the U.S.. The visa requires that the applicant invest money in the United States and also hire a…

IanScottMay 2, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Purchase a Business? Considerations for E-2 Visas for Business Purchases

An E-2 visa is a great option for someone who wants to start a business or purchase an existing business in the United States. To qualify for an E-2 visa, you must invest money in the U.S., and ultimately hire…

IanScottMay 2, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval in Osaka Japan

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval for an E-2 visa company in Osaka Japan. The investment amount was just over $100,000 and the visa was approved for 5 years. Click on the buttons below in order to…

IanScottMay 2, 2017

May 2017

E-2 Visa approval for an online marketing and IT solutions provider

What is “Deferred Inspection” and when is it used?

What is a “Sanctuary City” and what are the Sanctuary City policies?

Can I bring my Parents or Close Relatives with me to the US on my E-2 Visa?

Can I bring my Parents or Close Relatives with me to the US on my E-2 Visa?

I-751 Waiver Approved for Client

Scott Legal to Attend AILA Conference in New Orleans

EB-5 Program Extended to September 30th Without Change

If I sponsor an employee for a green card do I have to place advertisements? What does it mean to “test the labor market”? What are the Steps for PERM?

What happens if I get married or divorced after I file an application for asylum but before I have an interview?

H-1B Petitions have Been Selected & Petitions Not Selected Will be Returned

E-2 Visa Approval for Photographer at U.S. Consulate in Frankfurt

What is a Request for Evidence? What Do I Need to do If I Get a Request for Evidence?

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Buy a Franchise? E-2 Visas for Franchises

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Purchase a Business? Considerations for E-2 Visas for Business Purchases

E-2 Visa Approval in Osaka Japan

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