The PERM process can take many years and changes to the job during that time can impact the process and may require that the employer start a new PERM.
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Filing a standalone I-140 and indicating consular processing will not invalidate an applicant’s current F-1 status, but may cause issues if you need to apply for a new F-1 visa…
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This post analyzes an NIW approval case study for an environmental engineer, which shows how a research professional in agricultural sciences can prepare a strong application.
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Employers have until June 30th to file FY 2024 H-1B cap lottery petitions and supporting evidence with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
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This post analyzes an NIW approval case study for a transportation researcher, which shows how a research professional in a specific field in data science can prepare a strong application.
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Engineers without papers or patents could showcase the impact of their work possibly by combining a letter from a company insider and objective evidence of the commercial success of a…
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Trips to the U.S. may impact L-1 eligibility and applicants should discuss these potential impacts with an immigration attorney prior to applying for the L-1.
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Scott Legal, P.C. just had a green card approval for a petition based on marriage to a U.S. citizen.
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Leading and critical role have different meanings. Leading role is defined by a high-ranking title and duties in an organization’s hierarchy. Critical role means the applicant’s specific contribution had a…
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We had a B-1 Domestic Worker (Nanny) visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Doha, Qatar.
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Small consulting firms can also be approved for an NIW, depending on what kind of impact it can make to the industry or society as a whole.
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As a part of the EB2 NIW green card application, applicant will be required to attend an interview with either a consular officer or a USCIS officer. This post will…
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We just had an EB1A I-140 approval with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Texas Service Center.
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To maximize NIW approval potential for STEM professionals, showcasing the applicant’s research, contribution to patents, awards and recognitions, and previous projects in industry settings can help.
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The priority date needs to be Current for applicants to file their I-485 together with their EB2 NIW I-140 petition. This post explains what is a priority date and what…
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To succeed in an NIW petition, an entrepreneur can submit evidence of job creation plus evidence that the jobs will be in an economically depressed area, proof of grants or…
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USCIS measures entrepreneurial endeavors in terms of revenue generation, profitability, valuations, cash flow, or customer adoption, but other metrics can be of equal importance as well.
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it is possible for finance and investment professionals to qualify for an NIW case, but there is a higher risk the benefits of their endeavor may appear limited to the…
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An update to the Foreign Affairs Manual has changed how visa validity & reciprocity fees are determined for spouses and children of E-2 visa holders.
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We just had Diversity Visa Green Card adjustment of status petitions approved by the USCIS San Antonio Field office.
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Entrepreneurs can rely on alternative forms of evidence to prove they are well positioned to advance their endeavor for an NIW petition, including ownership of entity, incubator admission, outside investment,…
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Entrepreneurs and startup founders face unique challenges in qualifying for an NIW. This post will discuss the requirements for the NIW, some common challenges, and potential solutions.
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Tips to avoid 5 common mistakes by NIW applicants and lawyers that lead to delays and denials.
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This post will compare two fact patterns that show what factors are important for proving that a researcher is well positioned to advance their proposed endeavor to qualify for an…
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Generally, the E-1 visa applicants don’t have to show that they have residence abroad which they don’t intent to abandon.
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