We know that many of you are experiencing challenges related to Covid-19, both in your businesses and in your daily lives. Some of these challenges have to do with immigration issues, and we are here to help. To this end, we have put together this Covid-19 (Corona Virus) page as an immigration resource.
We would like you to know that our firm’s preparedness plan ensures that our existing and new clients can continue to rely on us for legal services while also being cognizant of the Covid-19 threat. Our firm has transitioned all staff to work remotely, and, going forward, all team members will be working remotely on secure, firm-issued and firm-monitored computer equipment. We believe this step is in the best interests of our employees and our clients. You can find out more about the firm’s operations during this crisis by clicking here.
You can find out more about some common Corona Virus immigration questions by clicking here.
We have provided a number of links with key immigration information related to the Corona Virus. We will update this list as new information becomes available.
- You can find key immigration information related to the Corona Virus below
- Top 10 Covid-19 Immigration Questions
- Implications of Layoffs for employers who have employees on H-1B and/or E-3 Visas
- USCIS announces flexibility for request for evidence (RFE) and Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID)
- Information on Consular closures during Covid-19
- USCIS issues guidance on Remote 1-9 verification during Covid-19
- USCIS office closures due to Covid-19
- Can I apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits while on a Visa?
- Canada/U.S. Border Closures
- USCIS announces temporary suspension of premium processing
- What can you do if your ESTA is running out?
- Travel Ban for Europe
- Stimulus Bill (All 800 pages)
- Information on Small Business Loans related to the Stimulus package
- USCIS to accept scanned/reproduced signatures instead of “wet” signatures on immigration petitions and forms
- Implications of furlough or termination if you are on a TN visa
- Does the Stimulus Bill impact my immigration status? Is there a public charge concern?
- Understanding the Stimulus Package for Small Businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
- Small Business Administration COVID-19 Loans
- USCIS to Reuse Previously Submitted Biometrics to Process Work Permit Applications
- USCIS Temporary Office Closure Extended Until at least May 3
- SBA Loans and Public Charge Rules – Paychecks Loan Program and Economic Injury Disaster Relief Loan Program
- I am in the U.S. on H-1B visa and my employment was terminated due to the Corona virus outbreak.
- I am in the U.S. on an E-2 visa, can I apply for loans under the Stimulus Bill?
- Does Covid-19 impact my obligations as an H-1B or E-3 Employer?
- I am in the U.S. on E-2 employee visa. Can I apply for unemployment benefits due to the Coronavirus?
- I want to decrease the salary of my H-1B employee, what is the process?
- I am in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa and my employment was terminated due to the Corona virus outbreak.
- I am on an E-2 visa but cannot go back to my Consulate to Renew, what can I do?
- I had to terminate the employment of an H-1B employee due to the Corona virus outbreak. What are my obligations as an H-1B Employer?
- If I get laid off or furloughed am I still eligible to get a green card?
- My status is running out and I cannot leave because of Corona Virus.
- Presidential Proclamation Suspends Some Immigrants from Entering the US for 60 Days but will have very limited Impact
- USCIS Extends Flexibility for Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny
- I am in the U.S. on E-1 treaty trader/E-2 investor visa. Can I furlough my E-1/E-2 employees?
- I am unable to enter the U.S. due to the Corona virus outbreak. Will this impact my E-1 visa renewal?
- Huge Backlog in Green Card and Work Authorization Card Production
- Will my ESTA be cancelled if I try to enter the U.S. while the European travel ban is in place?
- I am a green card holder and have not returned to the U.S. due to COVID-19. Will this impact my green card? How can I preserve my permanent resident status?
- Can I apply for a National Interest Exception at the port of entry? What is the procedure of applying for the NIE at the port of entry?
- My National Interest Exception application was denied. Will this affect my visa application in the future?
- I am in the U.S. on an E-2 visa and want to travel to Europe for vacation. Can I apply for a NIE while I am in the U.S.? Can I apply for a NIE once I am in Europe?
- Can I apply for an ESTA during Covid?
- Is USCIS conducting green card interviews during Covid-19? Can my green card interview be waived?
- Are the presidential proclamations restricting entry to the U.S. from certain countries still in effect? When will the travel restrictions be lifted?
- December 27th, 2020 – New Stimulus package is now law! This includes new PPP money for E-2 visa holders that meet certain criteria.