Loan proceeds can be used for EB-5 investment if secured by personal assets and lawfully acquired. Learn how to ensure compliance with USCIS requirements.
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Investing in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) for an EB-5 visa reduces the required investment to $800,000 and offers reserved visa availability, expediting the process.
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We just had a green card approval with USCIS. The applicant was sponsored for a green card based on marriage to a U.S. permanent resident.
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E-2 spouses can travel alone, but it's best if the principal visa holder enters the U.S. first to avoid potential issues.
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E-2 visa investments should primarily be made in the U.S. to avoid scrutiny. Aim for at least 80% of expenditures within the U.S. for a smoother application.
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We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Osaka, Japan.
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For E-2 visa applications at consulates, a minimum investment of $40,000 is recommended, but higher amounts are often needed depending on various factors.
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Include recent tangible assets in your E-2 visa investment. Exclude intangible or non-transferable costs for a successful application.
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Applying for an E-2 visa through USCIS can require a lower investment, sometimes as low as $20,000. Ensure the investment covers all start-up costs.
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We just had an I-129 Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker approved by the California Service Center.
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Scott Legal P.C. just had an immigrant visa approved at the US consulate in Frankfurt based on an EB1A I-140 self-petition by an engineering executive.
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Scott Legal received an approval for a new H-1B Master’s Cap petition for a lawyer for a 3 year period.
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NIW applicants don't need to show substantial economic impact. Proposals enhancing societal welfare can meet national importance criteria.
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Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Sydney.
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Global Talent Stream program provides 10-day processing for LMIA and work permit applications for innovative businesses or to fill computer and engineering-related positions specified in the Global Talent Occupations List.
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USCIS removed conditions on a conditional green card & issued a permanent green card for a spouse of a US citizen without an interview.
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Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.
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Foreign companies with a Canadian branch can bring in an executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge employees from their foreign entity through an intracompany transferee (ICT) work permit, which is exempt…
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Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.
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Our client just successfully obtained his first TN visa under the TN Economist Category.
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Discover the investment thresholds for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program and learn how to qualify for the $800,000 or $1,050,000 investment amounts based on your business location.
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We just had an L-1A approval for a technology executive at the US Embassy in London.
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Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.
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Learn what types of projects meet the national importance requirement for National Interest Waiver applications, including scientific advancements, economic contributions, societal benefits, and government-recognized initiatives.
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Understand the risks of using seller financing for purchasing a business under the E-2 visa program and why it's generally discouraged due to potential issues with meeting investment criteria.
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