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Father Not a Diplomat, am I a U.S. Citizen By Birth?

A child born in the U.S. to one parent who is a foreign diplomatic officer listed on the Blue List does not receive U.S. citizenship unless the other parent is a U.S. citizen or U.S. national, even if the other…

Khadija DerrickAugust 26, 2021

COVID-19 News

CDC to Require COVID Vaccination for Most Green Card Applicants

USCIS has announced today that starting on October 1, 2021, the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will require most adjustment of status green card applicants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Khadija DerrickAugust 25, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for Accountant

The applicant, an accountant who owns and operates an accounting firm, was granted 2 years in E-2 status. The applicant is a national of Thailand.

Khadija DerrickAugust 25, 2021

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

Diplomat in the U.S. – How Can I be Sure my Child Receives Citizenship at Birth?

A diplomat who had a child born in the U.S. should first confirm whether they appear on the official list of foreign diplomatic officers, then may consider whether to register their child as a lawful permanent resident.

Khadija DerrickAugust 25, 2021

Immigration

Can I Transfer My Visa Application to Another Consulate?

Generally, it is not possible to transfer your visa petition from one Consulate to another unless the Consulates are located in one country.

Khadija DerrickAugust 24, 2021

E-2 Visa

Can a Foreign Company Branch Office Receive an E-2 Employee?

A branch office established in the U.S. by a foreign company that has E-2 treaty country nationality is sufficient for the company to receive E-2 employees; a formal LLC or corporation in the U.S. is not required

Khadija DerrickAugust 23, 2021

Immigration

I Received an I-797A Approval Notice with 2 Validity Dates

When the Form I-797A contains two validity periods, it is important to understand which applies to work authorization versus the period of authorized stay.

Khadija DerrickAugust 19, 2021

Immigration

When Will I Receive My Biometrics Appointment Notice?

USCIS is facing big delays in scheduling biometrics appointments, but it temporarily cancelled the biometrics requirement for certain types of petitions.

Khadija DerrickAugust 18, 2021

Approvals

H-1B Transfer Petition Approved by USCIS

The petition was submitted under Premium Processing and we received the approval within a week. The petitioner is based in Seattle and the beneficiary will work as a Computer System Analyst.

Khadija DerrickAugust 17, 2021

Immigration

F-1 Bridge Gap Petitions No Longer Required

On July 20, 2021, USCIS announced that filing a bridge petition is no longer required for applicants who are changing status to F-1. This is extremely positive change for all applicants who are changing their status to F-1, as under…

Khadija DerrickAugust 17, 2021

Approvals

Green Card Approved for EB-1A Beneficiary

We just had a green card petition approved under the Eb-1A employment based green card category without an interview.

Khadija DerrickAugust 16, 2021

Approvals

Green Card Approved for a Diversity Visa Lottery Winner

We just had a green card petition approved for a diversity visa lottery winner. The petition was submitted to USCIS in June and was approved in about 2 months!

Khadija DerrickAugust 16, 2021

Immigration L-1 Visa

L-1 Visa: Change of Status Versus Consular Processing

An L-1 petition can be filed as a Change of status if you are in the US at the time the petition is filed, or as Consular processing if you are outside the U.S.

Khadija DerrickAugust 16, 2021

E-2 Visa Immigration

Where Can E-2 Visa Investment Funds Come From?

To qualify for an E-2 visa you must invest a substantial amount in the U.S. The investment amount depends on the type of business that you are setting up.

Khadija DerrickAugust 11, 2021

Approvals

L-1A Visa Approval at the U.S. Canadian Border

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an L-1A visa approval! The visa was approved for a Canadian at the U.S./Canadian border for a new office.

Khadija DerrickAugust 9, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for Hedge Fund!

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval for a hedge fund. The E-2 visa was approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for 5 years.

Khadija DerrickAugust 9, 2021

Family Immigration Immigration

Can a Minor U.S. Citizen Sponsor their Spouse for a Green Card?

The requirements of the Form I-864 typically prevent a minor U.S. citizen from sponsoring their spouse for a green card.

Khadija DerrickAugust 6, 2021

Approvals

PERM Approved Without Audit

Scott Legal just had a PERM approved without an audit. A PERM is a labor certification that is filed when you are applying for a green card under the EB-2 or EB-3 categories.

Khadija DerrickAugust 6, 2021

Immigration

Paola Irribarra Joins Scott Legal, P.C.

Paola has accumulated substantial experience managing cases in both Family and Business Immigration Law, particularly concentrating on EB-1 Extraordinary Ability and EB2-NIW cases. One of her specializations is showcasing the best abilities of professionals attempting to secure a visa through…

Khadija DerrickAugust 5, 2021

Immigration

John Barrera Joins Scott Legal, P.C.

John Barrera is an immigration attorney who focuses on removal and deportation defense, humanitarian immigration, and family-based immigration. He has over 15 years of immigration experience and has successfully advocated for thousands of clients in a wide range of immigration…

Khadija DerrickAugust 5, 2021

Approvals