Scott Legal, P.C. is issuing an important alert regarding a major change in U.S. immigration policy. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published an Interim Final Rule, effective today, October…
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Update : Two Government agencies have now clarified how the new H1B proclamation will be applied. According to guidance issued by USCIS and CBP, the $100,000 fee and entry restrictions…
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On the same day that the controversial H1-B executive order was signed, the government signed another executive order to create a new visa category called the Gold Card. This program…
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One possible impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 visa holders is a heightened interest in transitioning to permanent residency (Green Card status). From 2016 to 2020, immigration policy changes…
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One possible impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 visa processing is the increased use of administrative processing, which could lead to significant delays for applicants. This is particularly relevant…
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One possible change under the Trump Administration could be the elimination of E-2 visa interview waivers. This means that all applicants, including those renewing their visas, may be required to…
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As immigration policies evolve, one potential change under the Trump Administration could affect E-2 visa renewals—the possible elimination of the deference policy. This change could make the renewal process more…
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One possible change under the Trump Administration could be a decrease in E-2 visa approval rates. Historically, E-2 visa approvals hovered around 80-81% from 2016 to 2020, even when including…
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As the U.S. government undergoes administrative changes, visa applicants may face delays in processing times. One potential impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 investor visas is extended wait times…
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On January 20, 2025, the Trump administration issued an Executive Order (Protecting the American People Against Invasion) that directed DHS to require non-citizens over the age of 14 to register…
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Despite claims that the EB-5 program will end, a president cannot unilaterally terminate it. Learn about the legal process and what to expect.
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The Executive Order on Securing Our Borders strengthens border enforcement through expanded detention and deportation policies. Learn about its legal and humanitarian impact.
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The Executive Order on ‘Invasion’ prioritizes strict immigration enforcement. Learn about its provisions, legal challenges, and potential impact.
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New executive order introduces stricter vetting and security measures for visa applicants and immigrants. Learn about its impact and potential legal challenges.
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This blog post explores the key immigration-related executive orders issued by President Trump, their implications for individuals and employers, and the legal challenges they may face.
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We just had a TN visa approval for a Chemist at the Lewiston Bridge Port of entry.
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Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.
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We just had a B1 change of status petition approved by USCIS.
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Learn how the shift from wet to digital signatures on USCIS forms, a change made permanent post-COVID, simplifies the immigration process.
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Starting February 26, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will implement increased fees for premium processing of certain employment-based petitions and applications.
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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…
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Beginning November 30, 2023, Israeli nationals will be able to utilize the Visa Waiver Program to travel to the United States as B-1 (temporary business) or B-2 (tourism) visitors.
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We are looking for an immigration paralegal with 3+ years of experience to assist busy attorneys and our legal research analyst.
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On July 12, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security added eight new degree fields to the F-1 STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in hopes of appealing to foreign STEM…
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Premium processing will be available to applicants filing form I-539 (Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status), when requesting non-immigrant change of status to F-1, F-2, M-1, M-2, J-1, or J-2 status.
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