It is possible, but not recommended, to pursue PERM employment-based green cards if the sponsoring company is owned by a family member of the foreign worker, or by the worker…
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Form I-94 shows a foreign national’s lawful status in the U.S. The foreign national should receive an I-94 either electronically or in paper form when coming to the U.S. by…
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For immigrant visa purposes, your country of birth (not your citizenship or residence) determines your chargeability on the visa bulletin.
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US entry waivers are needed by foreign nationals who seek to visit the US temporarily but who may be inadmissible due to criminality or unlawful presence grounds.
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My mother was petitioned for a green card, and I was included as a derivative beneficiary, but now I am being told that I cannot apply for a green card…
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Establish a business in Canada – Owner-operator Work Permit under the International Mobility Program
You can apply for a work permit to come to Canada to establish and operate a company that you own 50% or more, even without a Labor Market Impact Assessment…
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Yes, a temporary immigration status is a legal immigration status allowing for a noncitizen to be present in the United State for a specific reason, usually for a specific period…
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Yes, there are several issues to be aware of in attempting to obtain a green card when you are living without status in the United States.
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Can I keep my US Green Card holder status even while living in another country for more than 1 year?
A U.S. LPR trying to return after a long absence may be deemed to have abandoned their green card and face immigration court proceedings. Apply for a re-entry permit or…
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Entrepreneurs who secure an investment from a designated venture capital, angel investor, or incubator in Canada can obtain permanent residency to direct their start-up business in Canada.
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L-1A can be a great choice for foreign business owners looking to expand in the US. Be sure to check the requirements and carefully prepare your evidence.
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In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, consulates around the world experienced substantial backlogs and extensive delays in visa processing times.
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The EB-5 program, also known as the Million Dollar Green Card, allows investors to obtain a green card if they invest either $500,000 or $1,000,000 in business or projects that…
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US citizenship is not automatic for children of US citizens living abroad. US parent or grandparent and child must meet certain eligibility criteria and apply with Form N-600K.
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EB-1A green card is a green card for people that have arisen to the top of their profession and a great advantage is that they can file a self-petition.
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Foreign workers can get green cards under the EB-3 skilled workers category for jobs that require at least 2 years of job experience, education or training.
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Self-employed artists or athletes can apply for permanent residency in Canada through the self-employed persons program.
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Foreign workers can get green cards under the EB-3 unskilled workers category for jobs that require less than 2 years of experience or training.
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Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to show non-“optional” travel purpose to enter Canada, e.g., reuniting with immediate family. Unvaccinated foreign nationals from outside the United States need to obtain written authorization…
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You don’t need an invitation letter to come to the U.S. as a tourist, but in some cases it may be helpful.
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Certain applicants renewing the same type of visa within 48 months of expiry, and certain applicants for H, F, M, J, L, O, P, Q visas may waive the in-person…
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You can have your E-2 company registered at more than one Consulate.
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If you have a valid H-1B visa, you don’t need to apply for a new one just because you changed employers in the U.S.
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Foreign workers who are being sponsored for green cards through the PERM process must produce proof of qualifications, such as employer experience letters, at the I-140 stage of the process.
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PERM is a multistep process that employers can use to sponsor foreign workers. Human resources professionals should work closely with immigration attorneys to ensure a smooth PERM process.
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