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E-2 Visa approval for a Digital Marketing & Business Strategy Consulting Company at the U.S. Consulate in Osaka Approvals

E-2 Visa approval for a Digital Marketing & Business Strategy Consulting Company at the U.S. Consulate in Osaka

We just had an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Osaka.  The applicant was granted the visa for 5 years and the business provides strategy and digital marketing consultation and online business education services to small to…
October 5, 2020
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E-2 Visa Approval & National Interest Exception Approval for a Communication Design Studio at the U.S. Embassy in London for a National of Spain Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval & National Interest Exception Approval for a Communication Design Studio at the U.S. Embassy in London for a National of Spain

We just had an E-2 investor visa approved at the U.S. Embassy in London. The applicant was renewing their E-2 visa & was granted the visa for 5 years. Due to the current Presidential Proclamation banning travel from the UK,…
October 2, 2020
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L-1B Change of Status Approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services for a Q-Grader working for a Coffee Wholesaler Approvals

L-1B Change of Status Approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services for a Q-Grader working for a Coffee Wholesaler

We just had an L-1B approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services.  The applicant was granted L-1B status for 3 years and the business is a coffee wholesaler. The applicant is a Q-Grader. Q-Graders are specialized and credentialed professionals who…
September 29, 2020
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I filed a family based Adjustment of Status. Where and how will my application be processed? What is USCIS Chicago Lockbox? What is National Benefits Center? Family ImmigrationImmigration

I filed a family based Adjustment of Status. Where and how will my application be processed? What is USCIS Chicago Lockbox? What is National Benefits Center?

If you recently filed a family based Adjustment of Status application, you may be wondering how and where will your green card application be processed. Please note that you can adjust your status if you are either an immediate relative…
September 28, 2020
Are the presidential proclamations restricting entry to the U.S. from certain countries still in effect? When will the travel restrictions be lifted? COVID-19

Are the presidential proclamations restricting entry to the U.S. from certain countries still in effect? When will the travel restrictions be lifted?

Our clients often ask us/they are confused whether the Presidential proclamations suspending entry to the U.S. to travelers coming to the U.S. from certain countries are still in effect. The short answer is yes. As of August 31, 2020, if…
September 23, 2020
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Can I study in the U.S. during Corona virus? Can I apply for an F-1 visa? Can I take online classes only if I am in the U.S. on F-1 visa? COVID-19

Can I study in the U.S. during Corona virus? Can I apply for an F-1 visa? Can I take online classes only if I am in the U.S. on F-1 visa?

The Covid-19 crisis has disrupted all aspects of daily life. With both borders and Consulates closed, travel to and from the U.S. can be difficult. One category that is affected by the Covid-19 crisis are students. When the Covid-19 crisis began back in the…
September 22, 2020
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Potential options for noncitizens subject to permanent bar based on unlawful presence. Deportation & Humanitarian ImmigrationImmigration

Potential options for noncitizens subject to permanent bar based on unlawful presence.

So, if my spouse is subject to the permanent bar because of his past unlawful presence, subsequent departure and re-entry without admission and inspection, what options if any do we have available? Honestly, not that many. One option to consider…
September 22, 2020
Is USCIS conducting green card interviews during Covid-19? Can my green card interview be waived? COVID-19

Is USCIS conducting green card interviews during Covid-19? Can my green card interview be waived?

On June 4, 2020 certain USCIS field offices started resuming non-emergency in person appointments. USCIS indicated on its website that the particular USCIS field office that is processing your green card application will send you an interview notice or re-scheduling…
September 21, 2020
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Federal Court Rules TPS Can Be Terminated for El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Sudan Deportation & Humanitarian ImmigrationImmigration

Federal Court Rules TPS Can Be Terminated for El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Sudan

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals have ruled that the Department of Homeland Security may proceed with terminating Temporary Protected Status for four countries, El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Sudan. The decision also impacts the TPS designations for Nepal and…
September 17, 2020
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I am a U.S. citizen/green card holder and my family wants to come to the U.S. Can my family come visit me if they are subject to the travel ban to the U.S.? COVID-19

I am a U.S. citizen/green card holder and my family wants to come to the U.S. Can my family come visit me if they are subject to the travel ban to the U.S.?

The Covid-19 crisis has caused large disruptions in daily life and created significant difficulties for international travel. Many of our clients who are U.S. citizens or green card holders ask us if their family that is abroad can come to…
September 17, 2020
I filed my extension of status application late – after my status already expired. Will my application be automatically denied? What should I do? Immigration

I filed my extension of status application late – after my status already expired. Will my application be automatically denied? What should I do?

If you are in the United States and decide you want to stay for a longer time than you were given when you entered, you can apply to extend your status by filing an Application to Extend Nonimmigrant Status with the USCIS.…
September 17, 2020
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