Khadija Derrick

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My NIW/EB-1A Self-Petition was Denied. Should I Re-Apply?

If your NIW or EB-1A was denied, you may have a better chance re-applying with new evidence or with a different case presentation strategy, and a new officer looking at your petition.

Khadija DerrickDecember 8, 2021

COVID-19 News

What if I am applying for a green card and I am opposed to obtaining a certain vaccine?

You should first be screened by the panel physician or civil surgeon designated to perform the medical exam to confirm whether the specific vaccine is required for your case.

Khadija DerrickDecember 8, 2021

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E-2 Visa Immigration

Special Considerations for E-2 Renewals

Special considerations are relevant to E-2 renewal applications, including creation of full-time jobs, ownership, and no substantial changes in your business.

Khadija DerrickDecember 8, 2021

E-2 Visa Immigration

Can my E-2 Employee Work in the U.S. if I Don’t Live There?

If you live outside the U.S., your E-2 employee can continue working for the E-2 company in the U.S. if certain requirements are met.

Khadija DerrickDecember 7, 2021

E-2 Visa Immigration

E-2: Change of Status v. Consular Processing

You can either apply for an E-2 status through USCIS or an E-2 visa at a U.S. Consulate abroad.

Khadija DerrickDecember 7, 2021

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E-2 Visa Immigration

Can I Change Status from F-1 to E-2?

You can change status from F-1 to E-2 and the change of status petition has to be received by USCIS before your grace period is up.

Khadija DerrickDecember 6, 2021

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Immigration

Deferred Enforced Departure for Certain Hong Kong Residents

On August 5, 2021, President Biden issued a memorandum deferring removal of certain residents of Hong King who were present in the United States.

Khadija DerrickDecember 6, 2021

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Approvals

Canadian Engineer TN Approval

Scott Legal just had another Canadian TN approval. The applicant was granted the visa for 3 years under the category of Engineer, hired to work as a Computer Manufacturing Engineer.

Khadija DerrickDecember 6, 2021

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Immigration National Interest Waiver

NIW Strategy for Medical Doctors – Physician NIW or General Category NIW?

General category NIW can be a more convenient alternative than Physician NIW or PERM for foreign medical doctors immigrating to the U.S.

Khadija DerrickDecember 3, 2021

E-2 Visa Immigration

My E-2 Visa Application was Denied. Can I Re-apply?

If your E-2 visa petition was denied, you can always re-apply for the visa again if you address the reasons for the denial.

Khadija DerrickDecember 3, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval at the Consulate in Toronto

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 visa approval at the consulate in Toronto. The company will operate a property management franchise in New York.

Khadija DerrickDecember 2, 2021

Immigration

E-3 Visa Interview: Tips and Common Questions

The E-3 visa is a non-immigrant visa that permits a company to hire Australian workers in specialty occupations. Your employer will have first have to submit an LCA with the Department of Labor.

Khadija DerrickDecember 2, 2021

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Approvals

Green Card Approval for Spouse of a U.S. Citizen

We just had a green card approval at the USCIS Field Office in Newark for a spouse of a U.S. citizen. The conditional green card was approved for a period of 2 years

Khadija DerrickDecember 2, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Employee Visa Approval at the U.S. Embassy in London

We just had an E-2 employee visa approval at the U.S. Embassy in London. The applicant is an executive working on marketing and operations who is coming to set up a new office location in Texas.

Khadija DerrickDecember 2, 2021

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E-2 Visa Immigration

What is an EIN?

If you are applying for an E-2 visa, you will need to set up an entity in the U.S. and apply for an EIN.

Khadija DerrickDecember 2, 2021

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Immigration

What is I-9 verification?

US employers have to complete an I-9 form verifying employee’s identity and authorization to work for every employee (both US citizens and foreign nationals).

Khadija DerrickDecember 1, 2021

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1억원 미만의 투자금으로 가족과 함께 미국에서 자유롭게 일할 수 있다? E-2 투자자 비자

1억원 미만의 투자금으로도 미국에 사업체를 열거나 구매하여 운영하면 가족과 함께 자유롭게 미국에서 일할 수 있는 E-2 비자 획득이 가능합니다.

Khadija DerrickDecember 1, 2021

Approvals

TN Extension of Status Petition Approved

We just received an approval from USCIS on an extension of TN status petition based on a change of employer for a Canadian national.

Khadija DerrickNovember 30, 2021

COVID-19 News

What are the Covid testing requirements for travel to the U.S.?

An explanation of the Covid testing requirements and exceptions to enter the United States after November 8, 2021.

Khadija DerrickNovember 30, 2021

COVID-19 News

What are the Covid vaccine requirements for travel to the U.S., and are there any exceptions?

An explanation of the Covid vaccine requirements and exceptions to enter the United States after November 8, 2021.

Khadija DerrickNovember 30, 2021

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H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

How far in advance can I file an H-1B extension?

You can file an H-1B extension petition 6 months before your new start date.

Khadija DerrickNovember 30, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for Pediatric Treatment Center at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We just had an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The applicant was granted the visa for 5 years and the business is a pediatric treatment center.

Khadija DerrickNovember 30, 2021

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Approvals

TN Visa Approval for Canadian Aerospace Engineer

We just had another TN Visa approved at the U.S-Canada border, under the Engineer category. The applicant was granted the visa for 3 years.

Khadija DerrickNovember 30, 2021

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E-2 Visa Immigration

Understanding “investment” for E-2 visa eligibility

“investment” for E-2 applications refer to money actually spent, in support of an active enterprise that will hire employees, and has a flexible minimum requirement.

Khadija DerrickNovember 30, 2021

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COVID-19 News

New Travel Ban Issued for Several African Countries

Due to the new Omicron COVID-19 variant, a new presidential proclamation has been issued restricting travel to the US for several African countries.

Khadija DerrickNovember 29, 2021

My NIW/EB-1A Self-Petition was Denied. Should I Re-Apply?

What if I am applying for a green card and I am opposed to obtaining a certain vaccine?

Special Considerations for E-2 Renewals

Can my E-2 Employee Work in the U.S. if I Don’t Live There?

E-2: Change of Status v. Consular Processing

Can I Change Status from F-1 to E-2?

Deferred Enforced Departure for Certain Hong Kong Residents

Canadian Engineer TN Approval

NIW Strategy for Medical Doctors – Physician NIW or General Category NIW?

My E-2 Visa Application was Denied. Can I Re-apply?

E-2 Visa Approval at the Consulate in Toronto

E-3 Visa Interview: Tips and Common Questions

Green Card Approval for Spouse of a U.S. Citizen

E-2 Employee Visa Approval at the U.S. Embassy in London

What is an EIN?

What is I-9 verification?

1억원 미만의 투자금으로 가족과 함께 미국에서 자유롭게 일할 수 있다? E-2 투자자 비자

TN Extension of Status Petition Approved

What are the Covid testing requirements for travel to the U.S.?

What are the Covid vaccine requirements for travel to the U.S., and are there any exceptions?

How far in advance can I file an H-1B extension?

E-2 Visa Approval for Pediatric Treatment Center at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

TN Visa Approval for Canadian Aerospace Engineer

Understanding “investment” for E-2 visa eligibility

New Travel Ban Issued for Several African Countries

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