Do you need to stay 2 years continuously in your home country to fulfill the J-1 visa residency requirement? Blog Post
Physical residence to fulfill the J-1 visa 2-year home residency requirement need not be continuous and may be cumulative.
Mi solicitud de tarjeta verde y mi tarjeta del permiso de trabajo están pendiente y mi condicional avanzada de viaje están a punto de expirar. ¿Tengo que renovarlas? ¿Tengo que pagar por las renovaciones? Blog Post
Analicemos el siguiente escenario: Usted presentó su solicitud de la Tarjeta Verde ante los Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (“USCIS”) y a la misma vez solicitó una tarjeta de Autorización de Empleo (“EAD”) (Formulario I-765)
N-400 Petition Approved at a Hartford USCIS Field Office Blog Post
We just had an N-400 Naturalization petition approved at a local USCIS field office in Hartford, Connecticut.
¿Mi solicitud de Excepción de Interés Nacional ha sido denegada. ¿Afectará esto a mi solicitud de visa en el futuro? Blog Post
En julio de 2020, el Departamento de Estado anunció que determinados viajeros de negocios y estudiantes procedentes de países Schengen o del Reino Unido (como los visitantes de negocios B-1), comerciantes con tratado o inversores con tratado pueden solicitar una Excepción de Interés Nacional (“NIE”).
Strategies for Responding to L-1 Requests for Evidence Blog Post
L-1 RFEs are very common and petitioners should be prepared to submit documentary evidence with detailed explanations to prove they meet the L-1 requirements.
I am a worker on an H-1B Visa. Do I have to leave the United States immediately if I happen to lose my job? Blog Post
If a foreign national is working in the U.S. in E, H, L, O, or TN visa classifications and the employment arrangement ceases, the worker is given a 60-day grace period during which their stay in the United States will be considered lawful despite the termination of employment
¿Puedo solicitar la tarjeta verde con una visa TN? ¿Puedo convertir mi visa TN en tarjeta verde? Blog Post
La visa TN es una visa disponible para canadienses y mexicanos y se basa en el Tratado de Libre Comercio de América del Norte (TLCAN).
¿Sigo necesitando un NIE para venir a los Estados Unidos? Preguntas y Respuestas Blog Post
Los viajeros procedentes de Europa y otros países podrán volver a viajar a Estados Unidos a partir de noviembre de 2021.
How can a J-1 Trainee Visa Support Temporary Work Arrangements? Blog Post
The J-1 Trainee visa can be an option for temporary work arrangements that has training and education as its primary component, where the beneficiary has a related degree from their home country and has foreign work experience in their field.
I’ve only ever worked for one employer in my career. Can they sponsor me for a green card through PERM? Blog Post
To utilize experience you gained with the sponsoring employer for the PERM job requirements, you must show that you gained the experience in a job that is not substantially comparable to the PERM job.
E-2 visa: submitting a DS160, paying the visa fee, and scheduling an interview appointment Blog Post
As part of applying for an E2 visa, you will need to submit a DS160 form, pay a visa fee, and after the Consulate reviews your petition, you will be able to schedule an interview.
Frequently Asked Questions about the H1B Visa Blog Post
Find here a list of frequently asked questions about the H1B, including eligibility, application process, H1B spouse visa, and changing employers on H1B visa.
¿Quiere iniciar un negocio en los Estados Unidos? Cual visa de inmigración debería seleccionar si es usted un empresario, inversionista o dueño de un negocio. Blog Post
Muchos extranjeros que quieren iniciar un negocio en los Estados Unidos les han pedido a los abogados de Scott Legal, P.C. una explicación de las diferentes opciones de visa disponibles para ellos.
Can I move from a TN visa to a green card? Blog Post
Pathways to move from a TN visa to a green card.
What is the difference between “substantial merit” and “national importance” in NIW petitions? Blog Post
An endeavor’s substantial merit may be established without immediate or quantifiable economic impact. To also have national importance, the impact of the specific endeavor itself must be broad enough.
How to put together a winning NIW case for a pilot Blog Post
It is a common misconception that pilots automatically qualify for a national interest waiver (NIW) green card because the United States has a shortage of pilots. The pilot’s project in the United States must stand to advance the aviation field more broadly.
Is there a minimum education requirement for an E-2 visa? Blog Post
E-2 category visas do not require a minimum level of education, but applicants must show they have the relevant skills and experience for the position they are proposing to fill.
Premium processing is now available for all EB1C and EB2 NIW applicants Blog Post
Premium processing is now available for all EB1C and EB2 NIW applicants. The fee is $2,500 and USCIS will issue a decision within 45 days of receiving a complete petition.
USCIS Announces Final Phase of Premium Processing Expansion Blog Post
USCIS is implementing the final phase of the expansion of premium processing to new (initial) Form I-140 petitions under an E13 multinational executive, or E21 classification as a member of professions of advanced degrees, or exceptional ability seeking a national interest waiver.
EB-1C Green Card: Q&A Blog Post
Eb1c green card is a great option for managers/executives who want to come and work for a U.S. entity and also have past experience working for a qualifying entity abroad...
Ability to Pay Wage & EB-1C Green Card Blog Post
The US entity sponsoring a foreign national for an Eb-1c green card will have to submit financial documentation showing that it has ability to pay the offered wage.
Can an E-2 business have a dual nationality? Blog Post
If an E-2 company is owned 50% each by two investors who are nationals of two different treaty countries, the E-2 company will have “dual nationality” such that it will be able to bring in E-2 employees of either partner’s nationality.
Can I fulfill the E2 investment requirement by transferring most of my funds to my business account as working capital? Blog Post
Although working capital can form part of your E-2 investment, it is risky if insufficient funds are actually spent in exchange for tangible goods and services.
Opciones para obtener la autorización legal para trabajar como camionero en Estados Unidos Blog Post
El EB-3 es una categoría versátil que puede ser utilizada por profesionales, trabajadores cualificados y trabajadores no cualificados. Por definición, “trabajador no cualificado” es un puesto que requiere menos de 2 años de formación o educación para realizar el trabajo.
I want to work to the U.S., what are my visa options? Blog Post
If you want to come and work in the U.S., there are many available options and this blog post will summarize them for you.
