For accomplished professionals on an O-1 visa, securing an EB-1A Green Card represents the pinnacle of professional immigration—a transition from temporary status to permanent residency. But this path isn't simply…
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A critical question for every EB-5 investor is: "How long must my capital remain at risk before I can get it back?" The answer to this has become more complex…
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We are pleased to announce another E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The visa was granted to our Canadian client who recently purchased a majority ownership…
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The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program offers a direct path to permanent residency (a "Green Card") in the United States for foreign nationals and their eligible family members who make a…
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We are pleased to announce a recent E-1 visa approval at a U.S. consulate in Mexico. The visa was granted to a company that exports juice products from the United…
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When preparing an E-2 investor visa application, it is essential to understand which expenses qualify as part of your "substantial investment." A common and critical mistake that applicants make is…
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When applying for an E-2 visa with your spouse and children, the consular interview is the final and most crucial step. Understanding who is required to attend is essential for…
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Scott Legal is happy to announce another E-2 investor visa approval from the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The investor, a national of Canada, will now develop and direct a motel…
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If you are in the United States on an E-2 visa and notice the expiration date on your visa stamp is approaching, you might worry about your legal status. The…
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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. The investor, a national of Pakistan, will now develop…
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If you are in the United States on an E-2 investor visa, it's important to understand how your visa status intersects with U.S. tax laws. While the E-2 visa itself…
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We are happy to share a significant success story for one of our clients. We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Toronto for a…
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Receiving approval for your National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition, also known as Form I-140, is an important milestone on the path to permanent residency in the United States. However, many…
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We are pleased to share another successful outcome for one of our clients. Scott Legal, P.C. recently secured approval for an E-2 Investor Visa renewal on behalf of a German…
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If you’re considering applying for or currently hold an E-2 visa, a common question is whether there’s a maximum time limit for maintaining this status in the United States. The…
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If you’ve been issued an E-2 investor visa, you may assume that this guarantees entry into the United States. However, that is not the case. A visa grants you permission…
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Scott Legal, P.C. is happy to announce a recent green card approval for a petition based on marriage to a U.S. citizen. The application was approved in just five months…
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A key question for E-2 visa applicants and holders is whether the original investment, often a substantial amount such as $100,000, must remain in the business after the visa is…
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We are happy to announce an E-2 change of status approval from the USCIS California Service Center. Our client, a national of Canada, successfully changed their status from B-2 visitor…
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One of the most common misconceptions about the E-2 investor visa is that you must hire employees before applying. In reality, you are not required to have employees in place…
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A common question among E-2 visa holders is whether they can sponsor their spouse for a green card through their E-2 business. The answer is no, and the reason lies…
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We are pleased to announce a recent F-1 student visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in London. Navigating student visa interviews can be challenging, especially with recent changes in adjudication…
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If you’re currently on an E-2 visa or considering applying, you may be wondering whether you’re required to live full-time in the United States. The short answer is no, E-2…
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We are delighted to announce the successful approval of an E-2 visa at the U.S. Consulate in London for a mobile pet grooming business based in California. This approval allows…
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Many foreign entrepreneurs pursue the E-2 visa to operate a business in the United States. But what happens if that business begins to struggle or ultimately fails? This is a…
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