Form I-134 and I-864 are both used to prove the necessary financial support in immigration cases. Because of this, people sometimes confuse the two forms. Form I-134 is commonly used…
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We are pleased to announce that our client was recently approved for a marriage-based green card by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), marking an important milestone on our client's…
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Many couples meet online today. Some meet through dating apps. Some meet through social media. Some start as friends through online games, online communities, or chat groups. Over time, the…
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We recently received approval of an E-2 investor visa from the U.S. Consulate in Perth, Australia. The applicant is an Australian national who established a life coaching business offering private…
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It is very rare to see the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) take the side of a petitioner who appeals an NIW denial and reverse the USCIS’s decision to deny an…
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We recently received approval of an E-2 investor visa renewal from the U.S. Embassy in London for a national of the United Kingdom. The applicant is the owner of a…
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Being one of the few green card categories that do not require a U.S. employer sponsor and allows self-petitioning, the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) is a beacon to many…
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We just had an E-2 investor extension approval at USCIS. The applicant, a national of Jordan, was granted E-2 status to develop and direct a fuel station and auto repair…
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Premium Processing often feels like the perfect solution when you're facing long U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) waiting times. However, Premium Processing is a strategic tool and using it…
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Since President Trump began his second term, the immigration landscape has been marked by continuous and significant policy changes. These shifts have generally been less favorable to immigrants, resulting in…
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has approved an L-1A Executive petition filed on behalf of a Scott Legal, P.C. client. The applicant, an Indonesian national, was granted a two-year extension…
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Naturalization for Spouses of U.S. Citizens: 3-Year Rule For many lawful permanent residents, becoming a U.S. citizen is the final step in their immigration journey. U.S. citizenship provides important benefits,…
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We recently received an E-2 change of status approval from USCIS for a UK national who invested in a youth sports enrichment franchise in Florida. The business will provide structured…
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On Friday, August 21, 2026, U.S. Federal Judge Jeannette Vargas of the Southern District of New York ruled that the U.S. Department of State's policy of suspending the issuance of…
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The K-1 visa allows a foreign fiancé of a U.S. citizen to come to the United States for the purpose of marriage. After the foreign fiancé enters the United States,…
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Scott Legal, P.C. is pleased to announce an L-1A approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services for a manager of a software company. Our client sought to transfer a key…
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On June 25, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision written by Justice Samuel Alito, agreed with the Trump administration and held that courts cannot review the Secretary…
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce the approval of an E-2 employee visa application at the US Consulate in Osaka. The company sells specialty food products and the employee manages…
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On June 25, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision written by Justice Samuel Alito, agreed with the Trump administration and held that the U.S. Department of Homeland…
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K-1 visa vs I-130 consular processing is one of the first decisions an engaged couple has to make. Many people think that a K-1 fiancé visa is always the faster…
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