In U.S. immigration law, two foundational concepts, admissibility vs. deportability, often determine whether a noncitizen may enter, remain in, or be removed from the United States. Although they are closely…
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Understanding RFE vs. NOID starts with one fact: both notices usually mean that USCIS has questions or concerns about the case. For many applicants and petitioners, the first question is…
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Buying a business for an E-2 visa can be a practical route to a strong case, but only if the person selling it actually has the authority to sell. The…
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Many people are familiar with the fact that there is a pathway to a green card through investment, but surprisingly few are aware that an investor can make this investment…
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Yes, you can. The H-1B Modernization Rule, which took effect on January 17, 2025, formally opened a special pathway for "owner-beneficiaries" to sponsor themselves for an H-1B visa through a…
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The E-2 visa can be a strong option for treaty country nationals who want to invest in and run a business in the United States. In many cases, the investor…
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If a difficult EB-2 National Interest Waiver decision is standing between you and long-term work authorization, the O-1A visa is a strong alternative to the NIW for accomplished researchers and professionals. As…
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If your H-1B visa is approaching the 6-year maximum, you still have several legal ways to extend H-1B beyond 6 years and keep working in the United States, without leaving the country…
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Understanding the TN Management Consultant Category The TN visa can be a useful option for Canadian and Mexican professionals who have a qualifying job offer in the United States. Some…
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When applying for an immigration benefit, such as adjustment of status (a green card) or naturalization, USCIS requires applicants to disclose their criminal history. This includes arrests, citations, any charges, prosecutions, and convictions,…
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The L-1 visa, also called the intracompany transferee visa, allows U.S. companies to transfer employees from abroad to work in executive, managerial and specialized knowledge roles. The employee must have…
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The E-2 Treaty Investor visa is a popular option for British entrepreneurs and investors seeking to live in the United States while actively managing a business. However, U.K. nationals face…
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When entering the U.S., foreign visitors are screened by Customs & Border Protection (CBP). Visitors must present their passport and a valid U.S. visa or travel document. CBP will often…
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Losing your job while on an E-2 visa can feel overwhelming, especially because your immigration status is tied directly to your employment. The good news is that U.S. regulations give…
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Divorce is a major life event that causes disruption and difficulty. If you are in the U.S. on a temporary visa and undergoing a divorce, it is important to understand…
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Form I-94 is an arrival / departure record issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to foreign visitors to the United States. The I-94 contains information such as your name,…
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Achieving an E-2 visa approval through U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) is a major milestone for foreign investors. However, obtaining a change of status domestically does not automatically grant…
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The L-1 visa allows U.S. companies to transfer employees from abroad to work in the U.S. in managerial, executive or specialized knowledge roles. The employee must have worked for a…
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The E-1 visa can be a great option for a national of a treaty country to live in the US to develop international trade between the U.S. and the treaty…
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In an earlier post, we explored a few of the procedures that apply to World Cup fans seeking to re-enter the U.S. after visiting a host city in Canada or…
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