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Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Alternative Learning Center at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We recently received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of a Canadian national treaty investor and her spouse. The investor started an alternative learning center offering language and eloquence classes for children as well as…

IanScottSeptember 14, 2016

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

If my company transfers me abroad, will I still be able to apply for citizenship? Can I apply for citizenship if I have to spend time outside of the United States?

In today’s global economy, intercompany transfers between U.S. companies, their foreign branches, or subsidiaries are common. For green card holders of the United States who are planning to apply for citizenship, these absences from the U.S. raise concerns about whether…

IanScottSeptember 6, 2016

Approvals

L-1A Visa Approved for Indian National Executive of Basmati Rice Company filed at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Scott Legal, P.C. just received an approval for an L-1A visa for an Indian national from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The visa was approved for an executive of a basmati rice company based in India. Click on the buttons below in order to…

IanScottSeptember 6, 2016

Family Immigration Immigration

How Will Traveling Outside the U.S. Affect My Green Card? How Will Travel Affect My Citizenship Application?

If my company transfers me abroad, will I still be able to apply for citizenship? Can I apply for citizenship if I have to spend time outside of the United States? In today’s global economy, intercompany transfers between U.S. companies…

IanScottSeptember 2, 2016

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Business & Corporate Contracts Immigration Investor Visas

Is there a new visa for start-ups? What is the proposed new visa for entrepreneurs? – A look at the new rule for parole for international entrepreneurs

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a rule to allow international entrepreneurs to have temporary permission to be in the United States in order to start and develop their businesses. This is only a proposed rule and has…

IanScottSeptember 2, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Swiss National for Travel App Company at the U.S. Consulate in Bern, Switzerland

We recently received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Bern, Switzerland for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of a Swiss national treaty investor, his spouse and two children. The investor started a technology startup that develops travel apps and invested $100,000 with total…

IanScottSeptember 1, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Boutique-style Retail Store at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We recently received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a 5-year E-2 visa filed on behalf of a Canadian national treaty investor. The investor started a boutique-style retail store specializing in sustainable lab-grown diamonds and gemstones. Click on the buttons below in…

IanScottAugust 30, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Full Service Construction and Development Company at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We recently received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a 5-year E-2 visa filed on behalf of a Canadian national treaty investor. The investor started a full service construction and development company. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your…

IanScottAugust 29, 2016

Approvals

EB-5 Green Card Applicant Approved to Immigrate to the United States at the U.S. Consulate in Tokyo

We recently received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Tokyo for an EB-5 immigrant visa filed on behalf of a Japanese national. The applicant invested in a regional center and has been approved to immigrate to the United States with his spouse and three…

IanScottAugust 29, 2016

Immigration TN Visa

Does My Employer Have to Sponsor me for a TN Visa? Does a TN Visa require Sponsorship?

A Trade National (TN) visa is a visa available to nationals from Canada and Mexico and is based on the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The visa is available to certain Canadian professionals who are designated by the agreement…

IanScottAugust 26, 2016

News

Scott Legal P.C. is Expanding!

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Kelly R. LeGrand Weiner, Esq. to Managing Attorney. During her tenure with the firm, Kelly has been instrumental in the development of the business immigration and investor visa side of the practice. In…

IanScottAugust 24, 2016

News

Stephanie M. Mendez Joins Scott Legal, P.C.

We are pleased to announce that Ms. Stephanie M. Mendez, will join Scott Legal P.C. as a Legal Assistant in our New York office. Ms. Mendez comes from an Ecuadorian and Colombian background. She came to the United States at the age of 11 with…

IanScottAugust 21, 2016

Family Immigration Immigration

What Happens After I Submit an Immigration Petition? What are the different responses I can get when I submit an Immigration Petition to the Government?

When an applicant submits an immigration petition to the U.S. government there are a number of different possible outcomes. The best outcome is, of course, an approval but there are other possibilities. The possibilities depend on a number of factors…

IanScottAugust 18, 2016

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

A New Immigration Rule that May Help You – Can I get a green card if I live in the U.S. without any legal status? What is the New Provisional Waiver Rule?

In most cases, a person must have some sort of legal status in order to apply for and obtain a green card in the U.S. There are exceptions; however, for the majority of cases, if you are out of status,…

IanScottAugust 17, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Norwegian National for Event Planning, Logistics and Production Company at the U.S. Consulate in Oslo

We recently received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Oslo for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of a Norwegian national treaty investor. The investor started an event planning, logistics and production company serving corporate and private groups. Click on the buttons below in…

IanScottAugust 15, 2016

Approvals

H-1B Visa Approved for British National Employee of Recruitment Firm filed at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Scott Legal, P.C. just received an approval for an H-1B visa for a British national from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The visa was approved for an employee of a recruitment firm focused on specialist markets across the Financial, Industry & Commerce and…

IanScottAugust 12, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Home and Business Solutions Company at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We recently received a 5-year approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of a Canadian national treaty investor and his spouse. The investor started a home and business solutions company. Click on the buttons below in order…

IanScottAugust 5, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Change of Status Application Approved for Turkish National at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

We recently received an approval at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for an E-2 visa change of status application filed on behalf of a Turkish national treaty investor and his spouse. The investor started a custom tile design and distribution company.…

IanScottAugust 4, 2016

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E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Include the Cost of a Car as an E-2 Visa Expense?

One of the most daunting requirements associated with the E-2 visa process is the requirement that the applicant must invest money in a business before getting the E-2 visa. Also, although some businesses do not cost a great deal to…

IanScottAugust 4, 2016

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E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Bring my Mother and/or Father to the U.S. with me if I have an E-2 Visa? Can I Bring other Family Members to the U.S. with a nonimmigrant visa?

Many nonimmigrant visas such as an E-2 visa, an L-1 visa and H-1B visa allow spouses and children under 21 to accompany the primary applicant to the U.S. These dependent visas allow families to live together in the United States…

IanScottAugust 3, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for French National Providing Hypnotherapy Services at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We recently received a 5-year approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of a French national treaty investor. The investor is a certified medical support clinical hypnotherapist who will provide hypnotherapy services. Click on the buttons below…

IanScottJuly 26, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Consulting Company for French National at the U.S. Consulate in Rio

We recently received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Rio de Janeiro for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of a French national treaty investor. The investor started a consulting company providing assistance and advice for startups. Click on the buttons below in…

IanScottJuly 25, 2016

Approvals

E-3 Visa Approved for Australian National at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We just received an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for an E-3 visa filed on behalf of an Australian national to work at an oil and gas equipment manufacturer. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your…

IanScottJuly 20, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Gas Station for Canadian National at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We recently received a 5-year approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of a Canadian national treaty investor. The investor purchased a gas station and convenience store. Click on the buttons below in order to claim…

IanScottJuly 20, 2016

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Immigration

Ano ang Patakarang Filipino World War II Veterans Parole Policy at Paano Ito Makakatulong sa mga Kamag-anak ng Pilipinong Beteranong Sundalo?

Ano ang Filipino World War II Veterans Parole Policy (FWVP Policy)? Ang FWVP Policy ay isang discretionary na desisyon ng U.S. Citizenship at Immigration Services (USCIS) na nagpapahintulot sa mga miyembro ng pamilya ng Filipino World War II Veterans na…

IanScottJuly 18, 2016

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Alternative Learning Center at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

If my company transfers me abroad, will I still be able to apply for citizenship? Can I apply for citizenship if I have to spend time outside of the United States?

L-1A Visa Approved for Indian National Executive of Basmati Rice Company filed at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

How Will Traveling Outside the U.S. Affect My Green Card? How Will Travel Affect My Citizenship Application?

Is there a new visa for start-ups? What is the proposed new visa for entrepreneurs? – A look at the new rule for parole for international entrepreneurs

E-2 Visa Approved for Swiss National for Travel App Company at the U.S. Consulate in Bern, Switzerland

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Boutique-style Retail Store at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Full Service Construction and Development Company at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

EB-5 Green Card Applicant Approved to Immigrate to the United States at the U.S. Consulate in Tokyo

Does My Employer Have to Sponsor me for a TN Visa? Does a TN Visa require Sponsorship?

Scott Legal P.C. is Expanding!

Stephanie M. Mendez Joins Scott Legal, P.C.

What Happens After I Submit an Immigration Petition? What are the different responses I can get when I submit an Immigration Petition to the Government?

A New Immigration Rule that May Help You – Can I get a green card if I live in the U.S. without any legal status? What is the New Provisional Waiver Rule?

E-2 Visa Approved for Norwegian National for Event Planning, Logistics and Production Company at the U.S. Consulate in Oslo

H-1B Visa Approved for British National Employee of Recruitment Firm filed at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

E-2 Visa Approved for Canadian National for Home and Business Solutions Company at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

E-2 Visa Change of Status Application Approved for Turkish National at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Can I Include the Cost of a Car as an E-2 Visa Expense?

Can I Bring my Mother and/or Father to the U.S. with me if I have an E-2 Visa? Can I Bring other Family Members to the U.S. with a nonimmigrant visa?

E-2 Visa Approved for French National Providing Hypnotherapy Services at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

E-2 Visa Approved for Consulting Company for French National at the U.S. Consulate in Rio

E-3 Visa Approved for Australian National at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

E-2 Visa Approved for Gas Station for Canadian National at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

Ano ang Patakarang Filipino World War II Veterans Parole Policy at Paano Ito Makakatulong sa mga Kamag-anak ng Pilipinong Beteranong Sundalo?

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