Cameroon Granted TPS Status Blog Post
The Department of Homeland Security announced on April 15, 2022 that Cameroon has been designated for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months as a result of the ongoing armed conflict in the country.
I never received my Employment Authorization Document, what can I do? Blog Post
If you have not received your EAD you can try submitting a service request to USCIS. To avoid issues with delivery of the EAD, make sure your address with USCIS is up to date.
Startup Founders Series – Starting operations from abroad Blog Post
Foreign entrepreneurs and startup founders can set up their company from abroad, however, there are a few pitfalls to avoid when starting to operate and manage a business from abroad, without a US visa status providing work authorization.
Can I start and work on my company on a B-1 Business Visitor Visa or ESTA Business Visitor Visa Waiver? Blog Post
The list of permissible activities is limited to what is allowed under the B-1 Business Visitor Visa status, or ESTA business visitor visa waiver status.
I am a Legal Permanent Resident living in a state that allows the sell of marijuana-based products. I would like to accept employment, but I am concerned whether employment will place my status in jeopardy? Blog Post
Drugs that are considered controlled substances under Federal law can lead to immigration consequences to non-US citizens if they possess, manufacture, or sell such controlled substances. Under federal law marijuana...
The Validity of Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Cards Extended Blog Post
Work authorizations for adjustment applicants used to be valid for one year only. Since the recent USCIS policy change on June 9, 2021, the new EAD cards will be valid for two years.
Department of Homeland Announces Termination of Implementation of Title 42 Blog Post
Title 42 is a public health authority that was intended to prevent the spread of communicable disease. However, since March of 2020, the Trump administration invoked the law to attempt to turn away refugee and asylum seekers at a U.S. border patrol checkpoint.
Do I need a U.S. visa if I have a connecting flight through the U.S.? Blog Post
International travelers who are transiting through the United States will need a U.S. visa. The most common visas used for transit are the C visa, ESTA or the B visa.
E-2 Approval for Advertising Agency Firm in California Blog Post
We just had an E-2 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The applicant, a national of Italy who will operate an Advertising Agency Firm in California.
USCIS Introduce Expanded Expedited Processing to Reduce Backlog Blog Post
USCIS has announced today various new actions to reduce the application backlog. The last few years of the pandemic has caused major delays in USCIS’ processing of applications.
Considerations for Long-Pending E-2 Visa Applications Blog Post
E-2 applicants with long-pending applications who are attending visa interviews should prepare updated information prior to their E-2 interviews.
Green Card Approval at the USCIS Field Office in New York City Blog Post
We just had a green card approval at the USCIS Field Office in New York City for a spouse of a U.S. citizen. The conditional green card was approved for a period of 2 years
Can I stay in the US on a visitor status, and continue working remotely for my foreign company, while being paid in my foreign account? Blog Post
It could be risky to perform significant remote work for your foreign employer while staying in the US on a B1/B2 visa, because visitors on B1/B2 visas generally are not expected to spend the majority of their time performing productive services in the US, even for a foreign employer.
The EB-5 Process Described Under the New Rules & Timing Blog Post
Immigrant Investors in the U.S. are happy that the Regional Center EB-5 program has been reauthorized. The program was in limbo for over 9 months and has finally been revitalized.
Waiver for Crimes that Disqualify a Noncitizen from a Green Card Blog Post
Past criminal violations will certainly create significant problems for noncitizens attempting to obtain a green card.
Can I Obtain a Green Card Through a Spouse After a Deportation Order? Blog Post
Obtaining a green card through a spouse who is either a legal permanent resident or U.S. Citizen maybe possible, but there are several factors you need to understand before moving forward with this process.
USCIS Provides Guidance on Employment Authorization for E and L Spouses Blog Post
USCIS has updated the policy manual addressing the documentation that E and L nonimmigrant spouses can use as evidence of employment authorization.
I am an American Indian Born in Canada. Can I Enter the U.S. Under the Jay Treaty? Blog Post
American Indians born in Canada with 50% American Indian blood have the right to freely travel to the United States for work, study and other purposes.
Departing the United States with a Pending Provisional Waiver Blog Post
The provisional waiver also known as the stateside waiver is a waiver authorized by law to waive the 3- or 10-year bar from seeking an immigration benefit resulting from a noncitizen living in the United States without status for a certain period of time.
Can Noncitizens Subject to the 3- or 10-Year Bars Serve the Bar in the United States? Blog Post
The answer to this question is not easy to answer because there is no existing law or binding court decision that has formally addressed this issue. Both bars occur after a noncitizen had been present in the United States without lawful immigration status for a certain period of time.
New EB-5 Reform Act Allows Concurrent Adjustment of Status Applications Blog Post
On March 11, 2022, Congress passed the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, officially reauthorizing the EB-5 regional center program. The program has been reauthorized for 5 years, until September 30, 2027.
What is the process to apply for a green card from within the U.S.? What is the process outside the U.S.? Blog Post
Green card applicants who apply from within the U.S. go through a process called adjustment of status. Applicants who apply from abroad go through a process called consular processing at a U.S. Consulate.
Differences Between Unlawful Presence and Unlawful Status Blog Post
These are two immigration concepts addressing the physical presence of a noncitizen in the United States.
L1A Approval for a Finance & Healthcare Billing Services Company at USCIS Blog Post
L1A executive approval at U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The approval was granted for 3 years and the business provides accounting and financial services for accountants.
Why Would a National of Chile or Singapore Consider an H-1B1 visa? Blog Post
An introduction to the H-1B1 visa and why it is a good option for nationals of Chile or Singapore.
