For Canadian citizens visiting the United States, understanding how long they can remain in the country can be confusing. Unlike most foreign nationals, Canadians generally do not need a visa…
In a major development regarding U.S. immigration policy, U.S. Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem announced late Thursday that President Donald Trump has ordered an immediate pause on the Diversity Visa…
Scott Legal is proud to announce the successful approval of an E-2 investor visa for a Panamanian entrepreneur at the U.S. Consulate. Our client is the founder of a dynamic…
When calculating the total amount you have invested in your U.S. business for an E-2 visa application, every legitimate expense counts toward meeting the "substantial investment" requirement. A common question…
We are excited to share a recent success story where an F-1 student from Bangladesh obtained an E-2 investor visa through a change of status with USCIS. The applicant will…
There is breaking news concerning E-2 visa applications that significantly impacts where applicants can attend their visa interviews. The government has issued new guidance restricting the ability of individuals to…
If you are applying for an E-2 visa and considering a partnership where each partner owns 50% of the business, you might be wondering if it is possible for one…
In a big shift in immigration policy, President Donald Trump has launched a new scheme offering fast-tracked U.S. green cards to wealthy foreigners. Dubbed the Trump Gold Card, this new…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce another successful immigrant visa approval at the U.S. Embassy in London. Our client was sponsored by a parent under the third preference category, which…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce another successful E-2 visa extension approval from USCIS. Our client, a Romanian national, received an extension of E-2 status to continue developing and directing…
If you are exploring visa options for living and working in the United States and hold a passport from one of the dozens of eligible treaty countries, you might be…
The E-2 visa allows entrepreneurs from treaty countries to live and work in the United States by investing in a U.S. business. One common question is whether funds from a…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce the successful approval of an E-2 investor visa for a Swiss entrepreneur at the forefront of educational technology. Our client is the founder of…
Receiving the approval notice for your I-140 petition is a cause for celebration. It is a significant milestone that confirms your eligibility for permanent residency in the United States. However,…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce another E-2 visa approval, this time at the U.S. Consulate in London. Our client, a UK national, was granted an E-2 investor visa to…
The O-1 visa, often called the “extraordinary ability visa,” is an excellent option for startup founders who can demonstrate exceptional achievements in their field. While typically associated with athletes, scientists,…
The E-2 visa is a popular choice for entrepreneurs looking to invest in and manage a business in the United States. As applicants calculate their total investment to meet the…
Scott Legal, P.C. is pleased to announce another successful approval, securing a 10-year Green Card for one of our marriage-based clients. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) approved the client's…
The National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition is a highly popular pathway to obtaining a green card for professionals whose work benefits the United States. However, there is a common and…
Scott Legal, P.C. is pleased to announce a successful E-1 Treaty Trader visa approval for a client at the U.S. Embassy in London. The client, the founder of a company…
Receiving a denial notice from USCIS is a stressful and disheartening experience for any business owner. If your E-2 change of status denied decision has just arrived, you may immediately…
The E-2 investor visa allows individuals to live in the United States to develop and direct a business, but many visa holders wonder if they can also pursue educational opportunities,…
Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received approval of a TN petition for a Management Consultant at USCIS. Based on the USCIS approval, the client was admitted…
When applying for an extension of stay in the United States, many applicants worry about the expiration date of their passports. Does having a passport with limited validity affect the…