I Am an Entrepreneur, Can I Qualify for an L-1 Visa?
For business owners and entrepreneurs interested in expanding their business in the U.S. market, one important question is which U.S. visa is right for [...]
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L-1 Visa renewal approved at U.S. Consulate in Brazil
Scott Legal P.C. just had an L-1A visa stamp issued to for a coffee company. The L visa was approved for two executives of [...]
L-1 Visa Approval for German National
Scott Legal, P.C. just had an L-1 visa approval for a large manufacturer. The applicant was a Manager and from Germany. To find out [...]
What is a Business Plan? Do I need a Business Plan for my E-2 Visa Application? Do I need a Business Plan for my L-1 Visa?
The E-2 visa can be granted to certain foreign nationals who want to invest in and start a business in the US that would [...]
Does an L Visa lead to a Green Card? I am on an L-1 visa and want to apply for a green card. What are my options?
What is an L-1 visa? An L-1 visa is a great visa for an employee or owner of a company abroad who wants to transfer to [...]
What does it mean that a company needs a qualifying relationship to sponsor an L1A visa? What is a “qualifying relationship” in the context of an L-1 visa?
An L-1 visa is a great visa for an employee or owner of a company abroad who wants to transfer to a U.S. office [...]
Do I Need a Business Plan to get an L-1 Visa?
I want to sponsor an employee for an L-1 visa. Does my company need a business plan? Yes, generally all L-1 visa petitions should [...]
Comparison of the E-2 Visa and the L-1 Visa
E-2 or L-1 Visas are two visa options that investors and entrepreneurs often turn to in order to start up business operations in the [...]
L-1 Visa
L-1 Visa Overview/Description Requirements/Eligibility Application Process How long does the Visa last for? How are Family Members Treated? Other Considerations or Related Articles Common Questions [...]
CBP Refusing to Adjudicate Canadian L Visa Renewals at Borders and Port of Entries
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency has implemented policy to no longer process L visa renewal applications for Canadian nationals at border and [...]
State Department Eliminates Two Interview Locations in China for H and L Visas
Starting on March 1, 2019, H visa and L visa interviews in Mainland China will only be conducted at the U.S. embassy in Beijing, [...]
Pilot Program for Canadian L-1 Nonimmigrants Extended
USCIS and Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) have announced that they are extending the joint agency pilot program for Canadian citizens seeking L-1 nonimmigrant [...]
Scott Legal Lecture at Harvard Law School
Ian E. Scott recently lectured at Harvard Law School to the Immigration Law School class. The lecture focused on business immigration and covered visa [...]
E-2 Visa approval for a Go-Kart Sales Company at the U.S. Consulate in London for a National of the United Kingdom
We just had an E-2 company registration and employee visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in London. The applicant is a senior executive and the business [...]
Do I have to be an established specialist in my field to get an L-1B visa? How can employees that are newer to their industry prove they have specialized knowledge?
L-1 visas are available for employees who are being transferred to the U.S. by a foreign company that has a qualifying relationship with the [...]
What are the Top E-2 Visa Questions? Top E-2 Visa Questions and Answers for 2017. What are Common E-2 Visa Questions and Answers? Top 10 E-2 visa Questions and Answers
An E-2 visa is a great option for an entrepreneur that wants to buy or start a business in the U.S. In order to [...]
New Pilot Program for Canadian L-1 Applicants at Blaine, Washington Ports of Entry
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced on March 28, 2018 that, starting from April 30, 2018, U.S. Customs and Border Protection [...]
申请L-1签证是否需要提供商业计划书？
我想给员工申请L-1签证，我是否需要提供本公司的商业计划书？ 需要。通常所有L-1签证申请都应该包含美国公司的商业计划书。然而，取决于公司的规模大小以及是否是新办公室的L签证申请，商业计划书的重要性会不一样。如果你有一家小公司并且计划在美国开设新办事处，那么商业计划书对你的签证申请至关重要。大型跨国公司在申请中也应包含商业计划书，但总体而言，商业计划书就没有那么重要。 […]
Ian E. Scott sits on Panel at Canadian Consular General
Ian E. Scott sat on a Trade, Immigration and Innovation: Implications for Canadians in the US Panel at the Canadian Consular General Office in [...]
New In-Person Interview Requirement for Applicants Applying for a Green Card – What is the New Green Card Interview Requirement?
The Trump administration has imposed a new in-person interview requirement that will lengthen the amount of time it takes to get a green card. [...]
E-2 Visa Questions – The Most Common – Series 2
As described in our Series 1 Post of Common Question (Click Here) an E-2 is a visa that allows investors and entrepreneurs to invest [...]
If I have a Green Card Petition Outstanding Can I Apply for an E-2 Visa? What is Non-Immigrant Intent?
Each time someone enters the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa (B-1, B-2, TN, E-2, H-1B, L-1, O-1) they enter with a specific intent regarding [...]
Want to Start a Business in the U.S.? The Most Common Investment Visas. What are the Visas Available for Starting a Business in the U.S.?
E-2 Visa or E-1 Visa (Treaty Investor or Trader) An E-2 visa allows nationals from certain countries to either buy or start a business [...]
Can I Apply for a Waiver for a Non-Immigrant Visa?
Non-immigrant visas are temporary visas that allow applicants to visit, live or work in the U.S.. Some common examples are: H-1B Visa, TN Visa, [...]
Do all companies have to disclose sensitive financial information to get L-1 petitions approved?
The L-1 visa allows companies abroad to transfer executives, managers and employees with specialized skills and knowledge to U.S. companies with whom they have [...]
What is an “A Number” and how does it differ from an I-94 number?
If you’ve ever filled out USCIS forms, you have no doubt come across references to “A Numbers”. This can easily be confused with an [...]
Can I Apply for a Green Card on a TN Visa? Can I Convert my TN Visa to a Green Card?
A TN visa is a visa available to Canadians and Mexicans and is based on a North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The visa [...]
How Do You Draft the Personnel Section of the Business Plan? The Personnel Section of a Business Plan Explained.
One of the key sections of a Business Plan is the section that describes the plan to grow or scale the business. This often [...]
How Do I Explain Revenue Projections in a Business Plan? The Explanation of Revenue Projections in a Business Plan.
A business plan is a document that can be used for obtaining a loan from a bank, attracting investors to invest in your business, [...]
I am working on a nonimmigrant visa and just married a US citizen. What are the steps to apply for a green card?
The process of getting a green card through marriage involves filing a number of different petitions, obtaining medical clearance, gathering supporting documents and attending [...]
Nathaniel Howard Joins Scott Legal, P.C.
We are pleased to announce that Nathaniel Howard, Esq. will join Scott Legal, P.C. on April 10, 2017 as an immigration associate in [...]
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WE WELCOME THE OPPORTUNITY TO DRAFT YOUR BUSINESS PLAN WHY DO YOU NEED A BUSINESS PLAN? A business plan [...]
L-1A Visas: How do I determine if the U.S. Company has been operating or doing business for more than one year?
An L-1A visa is a great visa for an employee or owner of a company abroad who wants to transfer to a U.S. office or open [...]
Rules for an L-1A visa for a new office. How do I prove my U.S. company will be doing business in the United States if the company has not started operations yet?
The L-1A visa allows companies abroad to transfer employees who have been working for them in managerial, executive or specialized knowledge roles for at [...]
Which Investor Visa Should I Select? What are the Differences between E-2, L-1 and EB-5 visas?
When an investor or foreign company wants to start operations in the United States they can select between three possible investor visas including an [...]
What If I am Not From An E-2 Treaty Country? Are There Visa Options for People who are not from an E-2 Visa Country?
An E-2 visa is an investor visa granted to investors or entrepreneurs who want to start or buy a business in the U.S.. If [...]
Getting an L-1A visa for a new office: How to make the most of your time and prepare for the renewal. Some Effective L-1A New Office Strategies
An L-1A visa is a great visa for an employee or owner of a company abroad who wants to transfer to a U.S. office [...]
How is an L-1A visa for a new office different than a regular L-1A visa application?
What is an L-1A visa? An L-1A visa permits a foreign employer to transfer an employee to a managerial or executive role at a [...]
Can I Bring my Mother and/or Father to the U.S. with me if I have an E-2 Visa? Can I Bring other Family Members to the U.S. with a nonimmigrant visa?
Many nonimmigrant visas such as an E-2 visa, an L-1 visa and H-1B visa allow spouses and children under 21 to accompany the primary [...]
I Want to Work in the United States. What are my Options?
I own a business outside the U.S. and would like to open an office in the United States. If you want to come to [...]
What is the Omnibus Spending Bill and How Does it Affect Immigrants and Foreign Visitors to the U.S.?
Every year, after Congress passes the budget resolution, it must pass bills that apportion this money to different government programs. This is done through [...]
How Do You Open a U.S. Bank Account when Applying for an E-2 Visa? The Steps to Opening an EIN Number and a U.S. Bank Account When Applying for an E-2 Visa.
An E-2 visa is an excellent investor visa option for an individual or company that wants to start a business in the U.S. The [...]
What are Common E-2 Investment Expenses? How can I increase my E-2 Investment Amount?
An E-2 Visa is a great visa option for a business or individual who wants to start a business in the U.S.. The full [...]
L-1A Visa Approved for Executive
Scott Legal, P.C. has obtained an L-1A approval for an executive for a Coffee company. The executive is a national from Brazil and the [...]
EB-5 – I-526 Approval for Regional Center Investment for Japanese National
Scott Legal, P.C. has obtained an I-526 approval for a regional center investment for a national of Japan. Scott legal focuses on investor visas [...]
Viene a América? Estas son algunas opciones para Inversionistas y Emprendedores
Los extranjeros que desean iniciar un negocio en los Estados Unidos, regularmente se encuentran con un escenario complicado de regulaciones para poder lograrlo, incluyendo derecho [...]
What is an L Visa & How Can I Use One To Start A Business In The U.S.?
An L-1 visa is a good option for a foreign company that that seeks to send an employee to work at an existing U.S. [...]
Coming to America? Some Immigration Options for Investors & Entrepreneurs
Foreign nationals who wish to start their businesses in America often find themselves trying to navigate the complicated regulatory scheme that includes immigration law, [...]
TN Visa
TN Visa Overview/Description Requirements/Eligibility Application Process How long does the Visa last for? How are Family Members Treated? Other Considerations or Related Articles Common [...]
How To Develop an EB-5 or E-2 Visa Immigration Compliant Business Plan
For every Business Owner, Investor & Entrepreneur, the thought of putting together a business plan is very daunting but is often a necessary evil [...]
