When the Form I-797A contains two validity periods, it is important to understand which applies to work authorization versus the period of authorized stay.
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USCIS is facing big delays in scheduling biometrics appointments, but it temporarily cancelled the biometrics requirement for certain types of petitions.
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The petition was submitted under Premium Processing and we received the approval within a week. The petitioner is based in Seattle and the beneficiary will work as a Computer System…
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On July 20, 2021, USCIS announced that filing a bridge petition is no longer required for applicants who are changing status to F-1. This is extremely positive change for all…
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We just had a green card petition approved under the Eb-1A employment based green card category without an interview.
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We just had a green card petition approved for a diversity visa lottery winner. The petition was submitted to USCIS in June and was approved in about 2 months!
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An L-1 petition can be filed as a Change of status if you are in the US at the time the petition is filed, or as Consular processing if you…
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USCIS has updated the Form I-485, adjustment of status application, to allow permanent residence applicants to concurrently apply for an unrestricted social security card or a replacement social security card…
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To qualify for an E-2 visa you must invest a substantial amount in the U.S. The investment amount depends on the type of business that you are setting up.
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Scott Legal, P.C. just had an L-1A visa approval! The visa was approved for a Canadian at the U.S./Canadian border for a new office.
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Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval for a hedge fund. The E-2 visa was approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for 5 years.
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The requirements of the Form I-864 typically prevent a minor U.S. citizen from sponsoring their spouse for a green card.
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Scott Legal just had a PERM approved without an audit. A PERM is a labor certification that is filed when you are applying for a green card under the EB-2…
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Paola has accumulated substantial experience managing cases in both Family and Business Immigration Law, particularly concentrating on EB-1 Extraordinary Ability and EB2-NIW cases. One of her specializations is showcasing the…
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John Barrera is an immigration attorney who focuses on removal and deportation defense, humanitarian immigration, and family-based immigration. He has over 15 years of immigration experience and has successfully advocated…
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6 National Interest Exception applications approved by U.S. Consulate Prague.
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I am often asked the question of where an entity should incorporate. Many ask about Delaware. Wyoming or Nevada are also options people raise.
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Canadian officials announced on July 19 that it plans to reopen the U.S. Canada border on August 9, 2021.
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On July 29, 2021, USCIS has started notifying employers the results of a second round of selection for the H-1B lottery.
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The Department of Homeland Security has extended and redesignated Somalia for Temporary Protected status. The extension is for 18 months, from September 18, 2021 to March 17, 2023.
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce, we just had an E-1 treaty trader petition approved by the U.S. Consulate in Monterrey, Mexico.
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Scott Legal is happy to announce, we just had a National Interest Exception petition approved at the U.S. Consulate in Prague.
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E-2 Specialized Skills Employee Petition Approved at the U.S. Consulate in Prague
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If you have a green card petition pending and you obtained your Advance parole card based for example on marriage to U.S. citizen or green card holder, you do not…
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If your H-1B petition was approved and you are currently working for your future H-1B U.S. employer on an F-1 OPT status, you are in a cap-gap status.
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