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O1A Extension Petition Approved by USCIS for an Agtech Entrepreneur

We just had an O-1A Extension petition approved for a CEO of an agricultural technology company by the USCIS Vermont Service Center. The beneficiary is a national of Finland and is a well-known expert in hydroponic agricultural technology, and applied…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 12, 2025

E-2 Visa

E-2 Visa Most Common Denials and What to Do Next

Understanding the E-2 visa most common denials can help investors avoid costly mistakes and prepare stronger applications. While the E-2 visa is a flexible and renewable option for entrepreneurs looking to build and grow a business in the United States,…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 12, 2025

Approvals

U.S. Citizenship Approved for U.K. National at New York USCIS Field Office

The USCIS field office in New York just approved a citizenship application for our client, a national of the United Kingdom. Our client originally obtained her green card through employment sponsorship and became eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship five…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 8, 2025

E-2 Visa

Understanding the Investment Amount for E-2 Visa Approval

The investment amount for E-2 Visa approval is one of the most frequently asked questions by aspiring investors. While the E-2 visa offers a flexible route to living and working in the United States through business ownership, the investment threshold…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 8, 2025

Approvals

L1A Approval for a Function Manager at a Technology Company

We just had an L-1A approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The employee is a function manager for a technology company focused on regulatory compliance. L-1A visas are available for executives and managers. A function manager manages an essential…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 7, 2025

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved in Toronto After Two Denials for a Home Care Franchise

We just had an E-2 visa petition approved after two previous denials. The client had used another firm to prepare an E-2 visa petition, which was denied twice, then came to our firm and with our help, he was able…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 6, 2025

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E-2 Visa

Understanding Work Authorization for E-2 Visa Dependents

The E-2 Visa has long been a popular option for investors and employees looking to build a business presence in the United States. But beyond the visa holder, a crucial question arises: what rights do their spouses and children have? …

Marijan PetrovskiMay 6, 2025

Approvals

TN Visa Renewal Approved for Management Consultant in Real Estate

Scott Legal, P.C. is happy to announce that we just received an approval for TN renewal in the management consultant category. The client, a Canadian national, applied at a land port of entry and was granted TN status to work…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 5, 2025

TN Visa

Navigating TN Visa Job Changes and Concurrent Employment

For Canadian and Mexican professionals, the TN Visa offers a streamlined path to working in the United States. Established under NAFTA (now USMCA), this visa allows qualified individuals to work in specific fields, from engineering to healthcare. But while the…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 5, 2025

Approvals

Green Card Approved Based on EB1C Petition

Scott Legal P.C. just had an I-485 Green Card petition approved based on an EB1C petition for an entrepreneur and founder of a multinational HR company. After establishing the foreign affiliate, the applicant established the US company on an L-1…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 2, 2025

E-2 Visa

Applying Through USCIS or Consulate: How to Choose the Best Option for Your E-2 Investor Visa

If you're considering an E-2 investor visa, one of your most important decisions is choosing between applying through USCIS or a U.S. consulate. Both methods have distinct benefits and drawbacks that applicants should carefully evaluate. In this article, we’ll explore…

Marijan PetrovskiMay 2, 2025

E-2 Visa

E-2 Employee Visa: Requirements and Application Process Explained

The E-2 Employee Visa offers foreign nationals an excellent opportunity to work in the United States for an E-2 treaty business. Particularly advantageous due to its streamlined and quicker process compared to other work visas such as L-1 and H-1B,…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 30, 2025

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E-2 Visa

E-2 Visa Approved by the US Consulate in Kingston for a Business Consulting Firm

Our firm recently obtained an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. consulate in Kingston, Jamaica. Our client established a business consulting firm in New York, drawing on her extensive background in project management and business administration. The U.S. consulate granted…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 29, 2025

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved by the US Consulate in Perth for a Sales Consulting Business

Scott Legal, P.C. recently secured an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. consulate in Perth, Australia. Our client, an experienced sales consultant, successfully established a U.S.-based company to provide sales consulting services, leveraging his proven track record operating a similar…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 29, 2025

E-2 Visa

E-2 Visa Renewal: Key Steps and Government Requirements

E-2 visa renewal is a critical step for foreign investors looking to extend their stay in the United States and continue operating their businesses. While the E-2 investor visa offers the benefit of indefinite renewals, applicants must still meet specific…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 29, 2025

Approvals

National Interest Waiver (NIW) Approved for a Legal Expert

We just had a EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) I-140 petition approved without an RFE from USCIS Nebraska Service Center within a month after it was filed with premium processing. The applicant is a U.S. lawyer who specializes in global regulatory…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 28, 2025

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Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration

Winning Your Immigration Case: What to Expect at an Individual Hearing or Merits Hearing

An immigration trial is also known as an individual hearing or a merits hearing. At the individual hearing, you will be allowed to explain how you qualify for relief from removal as well as explain why you deserve an opportunity…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 28, 2025

Approvals

L-1A Function Manager Petition Approved Without RFE for South Korean Executive

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an I-129 approval from USCIS for an L-1A function manager. While function manager petitions tend to be closely scrutinized and result in a Request for Evidence (RFE) from USCIS, USCIS…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 25, 2025

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E-2 Visa

E-2 Visa Validity vs. E-2 Status Duration: Key Differences Every Investor Must Understand

Even if your E-2 visa is valid for 5 years, for each visit to the U.S., an E-2 status holder is only allowed to stay in the US for up to 2 years at a time. Length of validity of…

Khadija DerrickApril 25, 2025

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Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for South Korean Physician Opening Medical Clinic in New York

We are excited to share another E-2 visa approval secured by Scott Legal, P.C. Our client, a medical doctor from South Korea, was recently granted a 5-year E-2 visa by the U.S. consulate in Seoul. She will be using this…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 24, 2025

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TN Visa

Can I Renew My TN Visa Indefinitely? Understanding the Limits of TN Status and Non-Immigrant Intent

There is no limitation on the total number of years TN status may be granted for.

Khadija DerrickApril 24, 2025

Approvals

EB1C Approval for Japanese Finance Executive

We recently obtained an EB1C approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for a senior finance executive from Japan. The executive works for a prominent beauty brand and plays a key leadership role in managing the company’s global financial…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 23, 2025

E-2 Visa

Can You Travel for Business to Canada or Mexico with E-2 Status Approved by USCIS?

If you were approved for E-2 status through USCIS you may be able to take a brief business trip to Mexico or Canada and return using automatic visa revalidation if you meet certain requirements.

Khadija DerrickApril 23, 2025

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Approvals

L-1A Visa Approved for Korean Finance Executive

Scott Legal, P.C. secured an L-1A visa approval for a South Korean national serving as a finance executive. The petition was approved by U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS), enabling the client to transfer to the U.S. as part of…

Marijan PetrovskiApril 22, 2025

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National Interest Waiver

What is the difference between Schedule A Group II and a National Interest Waiver?

Schedule A Group II is a subcategory of an employer-sponsored immigrant petition for foreign worker that allows certain professionals with “exceptional ability” in their field to bypass the part of the Labor Certification process that requires employers to recruit for…

Khadija DerrickApril 22, 2025

O1A Extension Petition Approved by USCIS for an Agtech Entrepreneur

E-2 Visa Most Common Denials and What to Do Next

U.S. Citizenship Approved for U.K. National at New York USCIS Field Office

Understanding the Investment Amount for E-2 Visa Approval

L1A Approval for a Function Manager at a Technology Company

E-2 Visa Approved in Toronto After Two Denials for a Home Care Franchise

Understanding Work Authorization for E-2 Visa Dependents

TN Visa Renewal Approved for Management Consultant in Real Estate

Navigating TN Visa Job Changes and Concurrent Employment

Green Card Approved Based on EB1C Petition

Applying Through USCIS or Consulate: How to Choose the Best Option for Your E-2 Investor Visa

E-2 Employee Visa: Requirements and Application Process Explained

E-2 Visa Approved by the US Consulate in Kingston for a Business Consulting Firm

E-2 Visa Approved by the US Consulate in Perth for a Sales Consulting Business

E-2 Visa Renewal: Key Steps and Government Requirements

National Interest Waiver (NIW) Approved for a Legal Expert

Winning Your Immigration Case: What to Expect at an Individual Hearing or Merits Hearing

L-1A Function Manager Petition Approved Without RFE for South Korean Executive

E-2 Visa Validity vs. E-2 Status Duration: Key Differences Every Investor Must Understand

E-2 Visa Approved for South Korean Physician Opening Medical Clinic in New York

Can I Renew My TN Visa Indefinitely? Understanding the Limits of TN Status and Non-Immigrant Intent

EB1C Approval for Japanese Finance Executive

Can You Travel for Business to Canada or Mexico with E-2 Status Approved by USCIS?

L-1A Visa Approved for Korean Finance Executive

What is the difference between Schedule A Group II and a National Interest Waiver?

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