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What is ESTA? What is the Visa Waiver Program? Can I Set up my E-2 visa while on ESTA? Can I work at my E-2 Visa while on ESTA? Can I set up my E-2 business while on ESTA? E-2 VisaImmigrationInvestor Visas

What is ESTA? What is the Visa Waiver Program? Can I Set up my E-2 visa while on ESTA? Can I work at my E-2 Visa while on ESTA? Can I set up my E-2 business while on ESTA?

The Visa Waiver Program or ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is a program that allows citizens from certain countries (38 countries) to apply for admission to the U.S. using a simplified process.  The applicant can use a web interface…
October 21, 2019
What is L-1 visa? What is blanket L petition? Can my company file blanket L petition? What are the advantages of filing blanket L petition? ImmigrationL-1 Visa

What is L-1 visa? What is blanket L petition? Can my company file blanket L petition? What are the advantages of filing blanket L petition?

An L-1 visa is a great option when a foreign company wants to transfer an employee working for abroad to a U.S. office. These are the four main requirements to obtain L-1 visa: The U.S. employer must have a qualifying…
October 18, 2019
I have a Conditional Green Card based on a Marriage to a U.S. citizen. What do I need to do to remove the conditions from my Green Card? What if I am no longer with my spouse? Family ImmigrationImmigration

I have a Conditional Green Card based on a Marriage to a U.S. citizen. What do I need to do to remove the conditions from my Green Card? What if I am no longer with my spouse?

If you obtained your green card based on a marriage to a U.S. citizen and you have been married to the U.S. citizen for less than 2 years on the day you obtained your green card, your green card will…
October 14, 2019
Will filing an immigrant petition impact my E-2 renewal? Is an E-2 visa a dual intent visa? Can I Renew my E-2 visa if I file an I-140 petition? E-2 VisaFamily ImmigrationImmigrationInvestor Visas

Will filing an immigrant petition impact my E-2 renewal? Is an E-2 visa a dual intent visa? Can I Renew my E-2 visa if I file an I-140 petition?

An E-2 visa is not a dual intent visa but it is about as close to a dual intent visa as you can get.  You can find out more about immigrant intent and dual intent by clicking here.  For E-2…
October 14, 2019
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Which non-immigrant visa categories allow my spouse to work in the U.S.? How and when can my spouse apply for the work authorization? Can my spouse work for any employer? E-2 VisaExtraordinary AbilityH-1B and E-3 VisaImmigrationInvestor VisasL-1 VisaTN Visa

Which non-immigrant visa categories allow my spouse to work in the U.S.? How and when can my spouse apply for the work authorization? Can my spouse work for any employer?

If you are currently in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa, your spouse may be able to work in the U.S. This article will discuss which spouses of non-immigrant visa holders are/are not authorized to work in the U.S. This…
October 14, 2019
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State Department Issues Public Charge Regulations that Align with DHS Rules Deportation & Humanitarian ImmigrationFamily ImmigrationImmigration

State Department Issues Public Charge Regulations that Align with DHS Rules

The State Department published new public charge rules that will take effect on October 15. These new rules largely mirror the Department of Statement’s public charge rules. To find out more about DHS’ changes, please click here. According to the…
October 11, 2019
New York Judge Issues Nationwide Preliminary Injunction to Block New Public Charge Rule Deportation & Humanitarian ImmigrationFamily ImmigrationImmigration

New York Judge Issues Nationwide Preliminary Injunction to Block New Public Charge Rule

Today, a New York District judge issued a preliminary injection against the new “public charge” rules, preventing it from coming into effect on October 15. The new rules changed the definition of what immigration officers should consider when determining whether…
October 11, 2019
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What is Premium Processing Service? When can I file for Premium Processing? How much is the fee for Premium Processing? Immigration

What is Premium Processing Service? When can I file for Premium Processing? How much is the fee for Premium Processing?

Premium Processing Service means that USCIS will issue a decision (approval, denial, Request for Evidence, or Notice of Intent to deny) within 15 calendar days. The 15 days clock begins when USCIS properly receives the relevant petition, along with I-907…
October 8, 2019
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I am a U.S. citizen, which members of my family can I sponsor for a green card? Who are my immediate relatives? Can my immediate relatives get a green card? Family ImmigrationImmigration

I am a U.S. citizen, which members of my family can I sponsor for a green card? Who are my immediate relatives? Can my immediate relatives get a green card?

If you are a U.S. citizen, you can sponsor certain family members for a green card. There are two categories of family members you can sponsor: your immediate relatives and relatives you can sponsor through family preference categories. The benefit…
October 8, 2019
Can Social Media Influencers Apply for the O-1 Visa? Can Brand Ambassadors Apply for the O-1 Visa? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Can Social Media Influencers Apply for the O-1 Visa? Can Brand Ambassadors Apply for the O-1 Visa?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
October 4, 2019
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