Learn the steps and requirements to change your non-immigrant status in the U.S., from application to eligibility and maintaining lawful status.
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Learn the ins and outs of the L-1 visa, from eligibility to opening a new U.S. office and transitioning to a green card.
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Discover how legal permanent residents can return to the U.S. after an absence of a year or more, including options like re-entry permits and the SB-1 visa.
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Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received a TN approval for a statistician
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Learn whether you can transfer your U.S. visa application to another consulate, whether in the same country or a different country.
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Learn how long Canadians can stay in the U.S. without proof of entry and the rules for extending their status.
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If eligible for both, it is oftentimes best to choose an E-1 visa over an E-2: no investment, employee, or lease requirements, with the same key benefits.
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The O-1 visa is valid for up to 3 years and can be renewed indefinitely. It also generally allows pursuing a green card without risking your O-1 status.
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You can apply for an EB-2 NIW from abroad without a job offer. Submit the I-140, attend a consular interview, and prove national interest.
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Consulates generally won’t issue E-2 visas to dependents when the primary applicant has only a USCIS approval notice for a change of status.
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You can include tangible items purchased years ago in your E-2 visa application, but avoid intangible expenses and provide proof of purchase and source of funds.
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You can pursue an I-140 while on an E-2 visa, but timing and strategy are crucial to avoid issues with immigrant intent and visa renewals.
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Loans or gifts from a 50% business partner for an E-2 visa are problematic, raising questions about investment authenticity and control.
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TN visa holders are usually granted 3 years of stay, but always check your I-94 for confirmation after entry to ensure you’re in status.
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E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Osaka, Japan for Artificial Intelligence Company
Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Osaka, Japan.
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We just had a TN petition approved by USCIS for a Canadian national under the Management Consultant Category.
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We just had an E-1 petition approved at the US consulate in London for a UK national.
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Attorney fees can count toward your E-2 visa investment but avoid making them a major expense. Focus on direct business costs like rent, equipment, and salaries.
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Our founder, Ian Scott, had the pleasure of speaking at the Union Internationale des Avocats (UIA) Annual Conference in beautiful Paris. Ian joined a panel of talented international colleagues…
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Nationals from Portugal can now apply for an E-2 visa, following Portugal’s recent addition to the E-2 treaty list by the U.S.
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