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E-2 Visa

Is it possible to obtain an E-2 visa and then switch to an EB1C green card?

It is possible to switch from an E2 visa to an EB1C green card as long as the applicant meets all the EB1C requirements.

Khadija DerrickNovember 15, 2023

Uncategorized

What are the consequences under the new Florida law (Senate Bill 1718) if I employ or provide transportation to an undocumented worker?

Requirements and penalties created by Florida law FL 1718 for employers that employ undocumented workers.

Khadija DerrickNovember 14, 2023

Family Immigration

What Happens if my Filing Fee is Rejected?

USCIS requires filing fees for the majority of non-immigrant and immigrant applications. Filing fees can be paid through the following methods.

Khadija DerrickNovember 13, 2023

H-1B and E-3 Visa

A Summary of USCIS’s Proposed Changes to the H1B Program

USCIS has proposed several key changes to the H-1B regulations.

Khadija DerrickNovember 10, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Sydney for Blockchain Advisory Business

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Sydney.

Khadija DerrickNovember 9, 2023

EB-5 Visa

The State Department Announces Considerable Regression for EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, and EB-5 Applications

The State Department announces considerable retrogression for EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, and EB-5 applications.

Khadija DerrickNovember 9, 2023

Approvals

E-2 to National Interest Waiver Approved in 5 days for a Graphic Design Entrepreneur

We just had a National Interest Waiver (NIW) I-140 petition approved in 5 days from USCIS Nebraska Service Center after submission with premium processing.

Khadija DerrickNovember 8, 2023

Family Immigration

I Renewed My Passport After My DS-160 was Submitted, Can I Change My Passport Information?

What happens if you renew your passport after the DS-160 form is submitted?

Khadija DerrickNovember 8, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Purchase of Cleaning Business

We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada. The applicant purchased a cleaning business in South Carolina.

Khadija DerrickNovember 7, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Two Investors Operating a Cleaning Business

We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada for two co-investors.

Khadija DerrickNovember 6, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Sydney for an Events Management and Consulting Business

We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Sydney, Australia.

Khadija DerrickNovember 6, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Renewal Visa Petition Approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a Real Estate Development Firm

We just had an E-2 renewal petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada.

Khadija DerrickNovember 6, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a Convenience Store and Gas Station

We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada. The applicant purchased a convenience store and gas station located in Ohio.

Khadija DerrickNovember 6, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Change of Status Petition Approved by USCIS for Skincare Retailer

We just had an E-2 Change of status petition approved by USCIS. The E-2 investor is a national of Romania who entered the US on a B1 visa.

Khadija DerrickNovember 6, 2023

Approvals

O-1A Petition Approved by USCIS for a Behavioral Scientist

We just had an O-1A petition approved for a behavioral scientist by the California Service Center.

Khadija DerrickNovember 6, 2023

Family Immigration

I received a NOID asking for an I-693 Medical Exam. What should I do?

Some USCIS offices may issue a NOID and request a completed medical exam, other offices may issue an RFE.

Khadija DerrickNovember 6, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the Consulate in Toronto for Company that Sells Nutritional Supplements for Pets

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickNovember 3, 2023

Immigration Law Changes & New Law

USCIS Announces Additional Mail Delivery Process for Receiving ADIT Stamp

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that lawful permanent residents now have the option to receive their temporary evidence of status by mail rather than having to physically visit a field office.

Khadija DerrickNovember 3, 2023

Approvals

H1B Cap Petition Approved by USCIS

We just had an H-1B cap petition approved by USCIS.

Khadija DerrickNovember 2, 2023

Uncategorized

Extension of parole status for Ukrainians who fled the war before April 21, 2022

The Biden administration recently announced that it will be reviewing the cases of Ukrainians who fled Ukraine right after the war started in 2022, but who entered before April of 2022 for consideration of an additional one-year extension of their…

Khadija DerrickNovember 2, 2023

EB-5 Visa

USCIS to Remove Biometrics Requirements for I-526E Petitions

USCIS has introduced a new Form I-526E to reflect this change. Starting from March 15, only the new, March 15 edition of the form will be accepted.

Khadija DerrickNovember 1, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approved for Co-owner and Operator of Texas Private School

The U.S. Consulate in Toronto has just approved an E-2 investor visa application for our client. The applicant, a national of Canada, will co-own and operate a private school in Texas.

Khadija DerrickOctober 31, 2023

Extraordinary Ability

Can I use Wikipedia in support of my immigration case? Can I submit Wikipedia articles to show circulation figures of major media for my O1, EB1, NIW case?

No, you should not submit Wikipedia as evidence of facts impacting your eligibility for an immigration benefit, because USCIS will not assign weight to information from Wikipedia, due to its nature as an open, user-edited internet site with no assurances…

Khadija DerrickOctober 31, 2023

E-1 Visa

What is the new E-1 and E-2 domicile requirement that applies to applicants with treaty country citizenship through investment?

The U.S. government now requires that those applying for an E-1 or E-2 visa who received treaty country citizenship through investment must be domiciled in the treaty country for at least three continuous years

Khadija DerrickOctober 27, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Petition Approved at the U.S. Consulate for a Property Management/Construction Company

We just had an E-2 initial investor visa petition approved at the US Consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickOctober 26, 2023

Is it possible to obtain an E-2 visa and then switch to an EB1C green card?

What are the consequences under the new Florida law (Senate Bill 1718) if I employ or provide transportation to an undocumented worker?

What Happens if my Filing Fee is Rejected?

A Summary of USCIS’s Proposed Changes to the H1B Program

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Sydney for Blockchain Advisory Business

The State Department Announces Considerable Regression for EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, and EB-5 Applications

E-2 to National Interest Waiver Approved in 5 days for a Graphic Design Entrepreneur

I Renewed My Passport After My DS-160 was Submitted, Can I Change My Passport Information?

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Purchase of Cleaning Business

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Two Investors Operating a Cleaning Business

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Sydney for an Events Management and Consulting Business

E-2 Renewal Visa Petition Approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a Real Estate Development Firm

E-2 Visa Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a Convenience Store and Gas Station

E-2 Change of Status Petition Approved by USCIS for Skincare Retailer

O-1A Petition Approved by USCIS for a Behavioral Scientist

I received a NOID asking for an I-693 Medical Exam. What should I do?

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the Consulate in Toronto for Company that Sells Nutritional Supplements for Pets

USCIS Announces Additional Mail Delivery Process for Receiving ADIT Stamp

H1B Cap Petition Approved by USCIS

Extension of parole status for Ukrainians who fled the war before April 21, 2022

USCIS to Remove Biometrics Requirements for I-526E Petitions

E-2 Investor Visa Approved for Co-owner and Operator of Texas Private School

Can I use Wikipedia in support of my immigration case? Can I submit Wikipedia articles to show circulation figures of major media for my O1, EB1, NIW case?

What is the new E-1 and E-2 domicile requirement that applies to applicants with treaty country citizenship through investment?

E-2 Investor Visa Petition Approved at the U.S. Consulate for a Property Management/Construction Company

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