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Immigration PERM

PERM Labor Certification: Q&A

Generally, for an Eb-2 and Eb-3 green card petitions, the employer cannot just file a green card petition with USCIS, but will first have to get an approved PERM Labor Certification from the Department of Labor.

Khadija DerrickNovember 16, 2021

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Immigration International Entrepreneur Rule

What is international entrepreneur parole and how is it different from a visa?

An explanation of the requirements and acceptable evidence when applying for re-parole under the international entrepreneur parole program.

Khadija DerrickNovember 16, 2021

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Immigration Law Changes & New Law News

USCIS Expands Work Authorization for E, L, and H-4 Dependent Spouses

In a policy alert published by USCIS on November 12, 2021, USCIS expanded the ability of E, H-4, or L dependent spouses to receive automatic extension of work authorization, and announced that E and L dependent spouses are authorized to…

Khadija DerrickNovember 15, 2021

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Approvals

Immigrant Visa Approval for an Operations Research Analyst U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong for a National of South Korea

Employment-based immigrant visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong. The applicant is an operations research analyst and the business is a producer of consumer goods.

Khadija DerrickNovember 15, 2021

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Immigration International Entrepreneur Rule

Can I bring my family with me under the International Entrepreneur Parole Program?

An explanation of how the family of an entrepreneur can apply for parole under the international entrepreneur parole program.

Khadija DerrickNovember 15, 2021

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Immigration International Entrepreneur Rule

Can I Apply for Parole Under the International Entrepreneur Parole Program from Inside the U.S.?

An entrepreneur can apply for parole under the international entrepreneur parole program from within the U.S., but must depart from the U.S. in order to actually be granted parole.

Khadija DerrickNovember 12, 2021

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Immigration

What is the EB-3 Green Card Category?

Foreign nationals that have a Bachelor’s degree, 2 year of experience, or less than 2 years of experience could qualify for an Eb-3 green card.

Khadija DerrickNovember 11, 2021

H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

USCIS Grants Automatic Work Authorization to H-4 Visa Holders

On November 10, 2021, after litigation between the American Immigration Lawyers Association and USCIS, USCIS will now grant automatic extension of work authorization to H-4.

Khadija DerrickNovember 10, 2021

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Immigration L-1 Visa

L-2 Visa Holders No Longer Required to Apply for Work Authorization

On November 10, 2021, after litigation between the American Immigration Lawyers Association and USCIS, USCIS has announced that L-2 visa holders will no longer be required to apply for work authorization to work in the United States.

Khadija DerrickNovember 10, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in London

We just had an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in London. The applicant, a national of the United Kingdom, was granted the visa for 5 years.

Khadija DerrickNovember 10, 2021

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Immigration

What is the EB-2 Green Card Category?

Foreign nationals that have an Advanced degree, Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of experience, or an exceptional ability could qualify for an Eb-2 green card.

Khadija DerrickNovember 10, 2021

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Immigration

Can a parent of a minor international student enter the United States to accompany their child during their school year?

Parents of minor international students on F-1 visa may apply for a B-2 visa and be allowed to stay for the duration of child’s academic program.

Khadija DerrickNovember 9, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Investor Renewal Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Madrid

U.S. Consulate in Madrid. The applicant was initially granted an E-2 visa for 5 years and was just renewed for an additional 5.

Khadija DerrickNovember 8, 2021

COVID-19 News

U.S. Land Border Rules effective Nov. 8: Essential Travelers Can Drive or Ferry Across, Non-essential Travelers Allowed if Fully Vaccinated

Essential travelers can drive from Canada or Mexico to the U.S. without proof of vaccination until January 2022, then all travelers need to be vaccinated.

Khadija DerrickNovember 8, 2021

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Approvals

Management Consultant TN Approved at Ambassador Bridge

TN Visa approved for a Management Consultant for 2 years. The application was made at Ambassador Bridge, a port of entry between Michigan and Ontario.

Khadija DerrickNovember 8, 2021

Immigration

I am a truck driver. What are my options for getting legal authorization to work in the U.S.? – Part 3

Unskilled workers can get work authorization through spouses who hold L-1, E-2, and J-1 visas. Spouses of H1B and TN visa holders cannot work.

Khadija DerrickNovember 8, 2021

Immigration

I am a truck driver. What are my options for getting legal authorization to work in the U.S.? – Part 2

Truck drivers and other unskilled workers can work with a US employer to get a green card allowing them to work in the United States, but the process may take several years

Khadija DerrickNovember 5, 2021

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for a Chiropractor at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

Scott Legal is happy to announce, we just had an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto The applicant was granted the visa for 5 years and the business is a chiropractic office. The business will be…

Khadija DerrickNovember 4, 2021

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Immigration

I am a truck driver. What are my options for getting legal authorization to work in the U.S.? – Part 1

Different work visa options exist for unskilled workers (lower than bachelor’s degree). H-2B is available for seasonal and temporary positions only, 66,000 quota, drawn twice a year (January and June).

Khadija DerrickNovember 4, 2021

Approvals

Engineer TN Visa Approval at Peace Bridge

TN Visa approved at Peace Bridge, a port of entry between Ontario and New York, under the Engineer category. The applicant was granted the visa for 3 years.

Khadija DerrickNovember 3, 2021

H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

H-1B Lottery Will Continue to be Based on Random Selection

The H1b lottery will continue to be based on a random selection and wage will not be a factor the system will look at.

Khadija DerrickNovember 3, 2021

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E-2 Visa Immigration

Two E-2 Investor Visas or an Investor and Employee Visa?

Two business partners can either both apply for an E-2 investor visa, or one can apply for an E-2 investor visa and the other one for E-2 employee visa.

Khadija DerrickNovember 2, 2021

Immigration

O-1 Visa: Does the employer have to pay for your return transportation?

If your O-1 employment was terminated by the employer, the O-1 petition is liable for the cost of return transportation to the country of your last residence.

Khadija DerrickNovember 1, 2021

Immigration

Can I Open a Bank Account in the U.S?

You do not need a visa to open a personal or business bank account. To open a business bank account, you need the certificate of incorporation of an entity plus the EIN number.

Khadija DerrickOctober 29, 2021

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E-2 Visa Immigration

6 Advantages of the E-2 Visa as your Gateway to Live and Work in the U.S.

E-2 visas can be advantageous due to lower investment requirement, no degree requirements, higher approval rates, long validity period, and spouse work authorization.

Khadija DerrickOctober 28, 2021