For many foreign nationals, the waiting period between filing an application and receiving approval is one of the most stressful aspects of the U.S. immigration process. This is particularly true…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce that we obtained an L-1A extension of stay for a Mexican national serving as the CEO of a software development company. The business, which…
For many international entrepreneurs and investors, securing an E-2 visa is a significant milestone that allows them to live and work in the United States. However, a common source of…
Scott Legal is proud to announce an EB-1A I-140 approval for a biotech entrepreneur who has pioneered innovative technology solutions to transform pharmaceutical R&D processes. The applicant, originally in the…
If you are considering applying for an E-1 visa, one of the most common questions is whether you need to establish a legal entity in the United States as part of the process. The…
In the intricate world of TN visas, a common question arises: Do my job duties and job title need to match? This query is especially relevant for professionals aiming to…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce another successful E-2 employee visa approval. Our client, a Bulgarian national, received the visa at the U.S. Consulate in Sofia and will join a…
Applying for an E-2 visa often involves purchasing or investing in a business in the United States. While immigration regulations do not explicitly require due diligence, this step is critical…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce the approval of an H-1B amendment and extension petition for one of our clients in the technology and engineering sector. The petition was filed…
For Canadian citizens visiting the United States, understanding how long they can remain in the country can be confusing. Unlike most foreign nationals, Canadians generally do not need a visa…
In a major development regarding U.S. immigration policy, U.S. Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem announced late Thursday that President Donald Trump has ordered an immediate pause on the Diversity Visa…
Scott Legal is proud to announce the successful approval of an E-2 investor visa for a Panamanian entrepreneur at the U.S. Consulate. Our client is the founder of a dynamic…
When calculating the total amount you have invested in your U.S. business for an E-2 visa application, every legitimate expense counts toward meeting the "substantial investment" requirement. A common question…
We are excited to share a recent success story where an F-1 student from Bangladesh obtained an E-2 investor visa through a change of status with USCIS. The applicant will…
There is breaking news concerning E-2 visa applications that significantly impacts where applicants can attend their visa interviews. The government has issued new guidance restricting the ability of individuals to…
If you are applying for an E-2 visa and considering a partnership where each partner owns 50% of the business, you might be wondering if it is possible for one…
In a big shift in immigration policy, President Donald Trump has launched a new scheme offering fast-tracked U.S. green cards to wealthy foreigners. Dubbed the Trump Gold Card, this new…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce another successful immigrant visa approval at the U.S. Embassy in London. Our client was sponsored by a parent under the third preference category, which…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce another successful E-2 visa extension approval from USCIS. Our client, a Romanian national, received an extension of E-2 status to continue developing and directing…
If you are exploring visa options for living and working in the United States and hold a passport from one of the dozens of eligible treaty countries, you might be…
The E-2 visa allows entrepreneurs from treaty countries to live and work in the United States by investing in a U.S. business. One common question is whether funds from a…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce the successful approval of an E-2 investor visa for a Swiss entrepreneur at the forefront of educational technology. Our client is the founder of…
Receiving the approval notice for your I-140 petition is a cause for celebration. It is a significant milestone that confirms your eligibility for permanent residency in the United States. However,…
Scott Legal is pleased to announce another E-2 visa approval, this time at the U.S. Consulate in London. Our client, a UK national, was granted an E-2 investor visa to…