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H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

What are the H-1B Employer Obligations? What Does an Employer have to do when Filing an H-1B Petition?

What are an employer’s obligations when H-1B employment starts? The H-1B visa is a nonimmigrant visa suitable for individuals who have a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent and a job offer from a sponsoring employer in a specialty occupation that…

IanScottAugust 14, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

If I have a Green Card Petition Outstanding Can I Apply for an E-2 Visa? What is Non-Immigrant Intent?

Each time someone enters the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa (B-1, B-2, TN, E-2, H-1B, L-1, O-1) they enter with a specific intent regarding how long they wish to stay. That intent can either be temporary (non-immigrant intent) or permanent…

IanScottAugust 11, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Tips for E-2 Consular Interviews – What to Keep in Mind When You Are at The Window

When an E-2 visa application is filed with a foreign U.S. consulate for processing, the applicant will have either already scheduled the consular appointment when paying the associated visa fees, or must wait for the consulate to review the application…

IanScottAugust 11, 2017

Immigration

What Activities are Permitted on a B-1 Visa?

We are frequently asked what activities are permitted while in the U.S. on a B-1 visa. The B-1 classification is available to foreign nationals who desire to enter the U.S. for short-term business activities. For B-1 purposes, engaging in business…

IanScottAugust 11, 2017

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa EB-5 Visa H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration Investor Visas L-1 Visa National Interest Waiver

Want to Start a Business in the U.S.? The Most Common Investment Visas. What are the Visas Available for Starting a Business in the U.S.?

E-2 Visa or E-1 Visa (Treaty Investor or Trader) An E-2 visa allows nationals from certain countries to either buy or start a business in the U.S.. The applicant must meet the following criteria: Only nationals from certain countries are…

IanScottAugust 10, 2017

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E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can Intellectual Property be used as an E-2 Investment? IP as Investment for an E-2 Visa: Potential Issues & Pitfalls

The E-2 visa is among the best options for foreign nationals of certain countries to live and work in the United States. The E-2 classification permits investors to purchase or start up a company that hires or will ultimately hire…

IanScottAugust 10, 2017

Immigration National Interest Waiver

The New National Interest Waiver (NIW) Standard Explained. A New Option for Entrepreneurs – The National Interest Waiver (NIW).

Before December of 2016, the National Interest Waiver EB-2 green card was seen by most as an unattainable dream. With a court decision in December though (Matter of Dhanasar), things changed and the landscape for applying for a National Interest…

IanScottAugust 8, 2017

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Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for French National at Consulate in Paris

Scott Legal just had an approval for an E-2 visa for a French Restaurant. The applicant bought 50% of the business and we also assisted with the purchase sale agreement. The visa was approved for 5 years. Click on the…

IanScottAugust 8, 2017

H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

What is a B-1 Visa in lieu of H-1B?

The B-1 classification is available to foreign nationals who desire to enter the U.S. for short-term business activities. The B-1 classification does not, however, permit the visa holder to engage in productive work while in the U.S. Some examples of…

IanScottAugust 8, 2017

Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law

What is the proposed RAISE Act? What is the New Proposal to Cut Legal Immigration? Will the Trump Administration Cut Immigration? What is the New Immigration Bill?

On August 2, 2017, two Republican Senators introduced the Reforming American Immigration for a Strong Economy (RAISE) Act with the endorsement of the President. This bill, if passed, would effectively eliminate how immigration law currently operates and reduce the number…

IanScottAugust 3, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved at U.S. Consulate in London for Cosmetic Sales Company

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 Visa Approved at U.S. Consulate in London for Cosmetic Sales Company. The visa was approved for a national from the U.K.. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your free Visa…

IanScottAugust 1, 2017

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Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law

What is the Dream Act 2017 Bill? Is it different from DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)?

The Dream Act 2017 Bill was introduced into Congress last week with bi-partisan support. In a political time where immigration policies and immigrants seem to be under constant attack, this well-drafted bill, if ultimately passed, could provide many individuals who…

IanScottJuly 28, 2017

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration Visa Waivers

Can I Apply for a Waiver for a Non-Immigrant Visa?

Non-immigrant visas are temporary visas that allow applicants to visit, live or work in the U.S.. Some common examples are: H-1B Visa, TN Visa, E-2 Visa, B-1 Visa, B-2 Visa, L-1 Visa and E-3 visa. One hurdle of obtaining any…

IanScottJuly 28, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved in Istanbul, Turkey

E-2 visa approved at the U.S. Consulate in Istanbul, Turkey for company that provides auto refinishing and detailing services. The visa was approved to two Investors who were both Turkish nationals. Click on the buttons below in order to claim…

IanScottJuly 28, 2017

Approvals

TN Visa Approval for Graphic Designer

Scott Legal, P.C. has just received an approval at the border crossing in Montreal for a TN visa for the Graphic Design category. Scott Legal, P.C. regularly processes TN visas. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your…

IanScottJuly 24, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What to Do Prior to E-2 Application; How to make a strong E-2 Case with start-ups

The E-2 visa is an excellent option for certain foreign nationals who seek to live and work in the United States. The E-2 visa classification permits individuals to invest in and own and operate a business enterprise in the United…

IanScottJuly 24, 2017

H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

Potential Issues with nonimmigrant workers admitted in E-3 status

If you are an Australian national seeking to live and work in the United States, the E-3 visa may be an excellent option. The E-3 classification allows for the temporary entry of Australian professions to perform services in a “specialty…

IanScottJuly 24, 2017

Approvals

E-3 Visa Approval

E-3 Visa approval for applicant for a mattress company. Scott Legal just had an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Barbados. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your free Visa Guide (E-1, E-2, TN, EB-5,…

IanScottJuly 24, 2017

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Immigration L-1 Visa

Do all companies have to disclose sensitive financial information to get L-1 petitions approved?

The L-1 visa allows companies abroad to transfer executives, managers and employees with specialized skills and knowledge to U.S. companies with whom they have a qualifying relationship. An L visa is a good option for a foreign company that that…

IanScottJuly 21, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Employee Visa Approved for National From Ireland at U.S. Consulate in Dublin

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an approval for an E-2 employee visa at the U.S. Consulate in Dublin. The national was from Ireland and the Company was a joint U.K. and Irish E-2 Company. The company was a recruiting firm.…

IanScottJuly 21, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for National from Holland

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval for a sales and consulting company. The visa was approved for 5 years for a national from Amsterdam and the application was processed at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. Click on…

IanScottJuly 21, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for Management Consulting Company in Toronto

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. consulate in Toronto for a management consulting company that offers services to the financial services industry. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your free Visa…

IanScottJuly 19, 2017

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for Pizza shop

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval for a pizza shop purchase. The application was approved through USCIS and was approved fro 2 years and the national was from Pakistan. Click on the buttons below in order to…

IanScottJuly 19, 2017

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Family Immigration Immigration

What is humanitarian reinstatement? What happens if my petitioning family member passes away before my visa is available?

Anyone who has gone through the family based immigration process knows that it can take a very long time, sometime years or even decades, for a visa to be available after a relative petition (also known as an I-130 petition)…

IanScottJuly 15, 2017

Family Immigration Immigration

What is a 204(l) or relief for surviving relatives?

Immigration relief for families is in many cases tied to a petitioning family member (a principal), or in other instances, it is tied to being related to the beneficiary of a family based, employment-based, or humanitarian application (a derivative beneficiary).…

IanScottJuly 15, 2017

What are the H-1B Employer Obligations? What Does an Employer have to do when Filing an H-1B Petition?

If I have a Green Card Petition Outstanding Can I Apply for an E-2 Visa? What is Non-Immigrant Intent?

Tips for E-2 Consular Interviews – What to Keep in Mind When You Are at The Window

What Activities are Permitted on a B-1 Visa?

Want to Start a Business in the U.S.? The Most Common Investment Visas. What are the Visas Available for Starting a Business in the U.S.?

Can Intellectual Property be used as an E-2 Investment? IP as Investment for an E-2 Visa: Potential Issues & Pitfalls

The New National Interest Waiver (NIW) Standard Explained. A New Option for Entrepreneurs – The National Interest Waiver (NIW).

E-2 Visa Approval for French National at Consulate in Paris

What is a B-1 Visa in lieu of H-1B?

What is the proposed RAISE Act? What is the New Proposal to Cut Legal Immigration? Will the Trump Administration Cut Immigration? What is the New Immigration Bill?

E-2 Visa Approved at U.S. Consulate in London for Cosmetic Sales Company

What is the Dream Act 2017 Bill? Is it different from DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)?

Can I Apply for a Waiver for a Non-Immigrant Visa?

E-2 Visa Approved in Istanbul, Turkey

TN Visa Approval for Graphic Designer

What to Do Prior to E-2 Application; How to make a strong E-2 Case with start-ups

Potential Issues with nonimmigrant workers admitted in E-3 status

E-3 Visa Approval

Do all companies have to disclose sensitive financial information to get L-1 petitions approved?

E-2 Employee Visa Approved for National From Ireland at U.S. Consulate in Dublin

E-2 Visa Approved for National from Holland

E-2 Visa Approval for Management Consulting Company in Toronto

E-2 Visa Approval for Pizza shop

What is humanitarian reinstatement? What happens if my petitioning family member passes away before my visa is available?

What is a 204(l) or relief for surviving relatives?

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