Will a trip to Canada or Mexico give me another 90 days on ESTA (Visa Waiver Program)? Blog Post
Travel to Canada, Mexico, or an adjacent island does not restart the 90-day period of authorized stay for a visitor on ESTA or the Visa Waiver Program.
Part 2: Canadian Permanent Residency options for self-employed persons or entrepreneurs Blog Post
I am an artist who is leading a small-scale arts business which can support myself and several employees. What options do I have to live and work in Canada, temporarily or permanently?
Part 1: Canadian work permit options for self-employed persons and entrepreneurs Blog Post
Entrepreneurs may obtain Canadian work authorization through a post-graduate work permit, C11 “significant benefit” entrepreneur work permit, and Treaty Investor work permit for nationals of certain countries.
Return of U.S. Citizenship for MAVNI Applicants Blog Post
The program known as the Military Accessions Vital to National Interest, “MAVNI” was supposed to offer an expedited path to naturalization in exchange for service in the U.S. armed forces.
Citizenship Through Military Service – Military Service During Hostilities Blog Post
This is a special provision for U.S. military service members to become eligible for citizenship based on military service during designated periods of hostilities pursuant to Section 329 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, “INA”.
Do I get a grace period if my H-1B employment terminates? Blog Post
If you h1b employment terminates, you can stay in the U.S. for 60 days or until your I-94 expires, whichever is shorter
Proving Validity of Marriages for VAWA self-petitioning spouses Blog Post
VAWA is a protection offered by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to certain noncitizen victims of battery or extreme cruelty.
Court Issues Decision on DACA Blog Post
On October 5, 2022, the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a decision on the 2012 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy.
Current State of DACA after Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling Blog Post
Today the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued its highly anticipated decision finding that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, “DACA” was unlawful affirming the lower Texas District Court’s decision.
Effects of Death on applications for protection under the Violence Against Women Act Blog Post
The Violence Against Women Act also known as VAWA is a law that protects the rights of noncitizen victims of battery or extreme cruelty by certain U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident family members.
Effects of Divorce on applications for protection under the Violence Against Women Act Blog Post
The Violence Against Women Act also known as VAWA is a law that protects the rights of noncitizen victims of battery or extreme cruelty by certain U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident family members .
Can I travel to a U.S. territory like Puerto Rico if I have DACA? Blog Post
The answer is most likely yes. It is technically safe for someone under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, “DACA” and individuals under Temporary Protected Status, “TPS” to travel to U.S. territories like Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands.
Applying for U Visa Nonimmigrant Status Blog Post
U nonimmigrant status “U Visa” is a temporary immigration status granted to victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse.
What is USCIS’s SAVE CaseCheck? Blog Post
USCIS’s SAVE CaseCheck website can be a helpful resource to add transparency to the process of applying for a government benefit.
How long does it actually take USCIS to adjudicate a petition? Blog Post
USCIS has disclosed how long it actually takes them to decide your application.
What’s the difference between the I-751 and I-90 form? Blog Post
If you currently hold a conditional green card, you will need to file Form I-751 to obtain your permanent green card. If you have a regular green card, you can file Form I-90 to renew it.
Uniting for Ukraine Blog Post
On April 21, 2022, the Biden administration implemented a humanitarian benefit for Ukrainian’s nationals fleeing from the Russian invasion.
Does an L-1 applicant need to do the same work in the U.S. that they did abroad? Blog Post
L-1 applicants can be transferred to the U.S. to work in a different role than the one they held while working abroad.
What is the impact of filing an I-140 on maintaining non-immigrant status? Blog Post
If you filed a standalone I-140, you may still be able to enter the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa or extend status.
November 2022 Update on TPS Protection Blog Post
November 2022 Update on TPS protection for TPS countries the government was attempting to terminate TPS designation.
USCIS Announces Extension of Green Card Validity Period Pending Renewal Blog Post
Today, The United States Citizenship and Immigration Service, “USCIS” announced that effective September 26, 2022, green card validity dates are being extended for a period of 24 months after the date of expiration.
USCIS Extends Automatic Extension of Green Card Renewal to Two Years Blog Post
On September 28, 2022, USCIS announced an increase to the number of days a green card can be automatically extended for, for Form I-90’s that are properly submitted.
Can a minor child use an F-1 visa to attend public school? Blog Post
F-1 can only attend public school at the secondary level, and restrictions apply; they can attend private school without restriction.
Can a minor child attend school in the U.S. while their petition to adjust status is pending? Blog Post
While there is no law that clearly permits or prohibits it, in practice, minor children with a pending adjustment of status petition are generally allowed to attend school.
Naturalization for Surviving Family of Deceased Military Service Members Blog Post
Section 319(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, “INA” allows for the surviving spouse, child or parent of a deceased U.S. Citizen military service member who died during a period of his honorable service.
