I overstayed in the U.S. past my I-94. Is there any way how to get my status reinstated? What should I do? Blog Post
My I-94 for my E-2 visa expired. What should I do? Can I still file an extension of status for my E-2 visa when my I-94 has expired? Example 1...
How long can I stay in the U.S. on a B visa? Blog Post
The B-1 classification is available to foreign nationals who desire to enter the U.S. for short-term business activities. For B-1 purposes, engaging in business generally means business activities other than...
I have a green card and want to travel to a U.S. territory for an extended period of time. Do I risk abandoning my green card? Blog Post
In short, traveling to certain U.S. territories is, for purposes of U.S. immigration law, considered travel within the United States. Specifically, travel to Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico,... What does the extension of Presidential Proclamation 10052 mean for my L-1 application? Blog Post
On June 22, 2020, Presidential Proclamation 10052 suspended the entry of people in the following visa categories through December 31, 2020: H-1B, H-2B, J (applying to interns, trainees, teachers, camp...
E-2 Extension of Status Approval with USCIS for a digital product development company based in Austin Blog Post
We just had an E-2 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The applicant was granted 2 years in E-2 status and the business is a digital product development company that is...
How are the different U.S. territories treated for purposes of birthright citizenship? What is the difference between a U.S. national and a U.S. citizen? Blog Post
The 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution makes clear that, in general, a person born in the United States is a U.S. citizen. But what counts as the “United States”... E-2 Approval with USCIS for a company offering motorcycle tours Blog Post
We just had an E-2 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The applicant was granted 2 years in E-2 status and the business is a company offering guided motorcycle... B-1 Change of Status Approval with USCIS Blog Post
We just had a B-1 Change of status approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The applicants were 3 family members applying for a change of status from TN and TD status... O-1A Approval with USCIS for an individual with extraordinary ability in business Blog Post
We just had an O-1 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The beneficiary works for a U.S. company that is based in Delaware. The beneficiary is a national of Italy and... What is the process to apply for an L-1 visa on the basis of an approved blanket petition? Blog Post
Certain large international companies that are engaged in commercial trade or services may file a blanket L-1 petition with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS). The main advantage of filing... I am currently in the U.S. in H-1B status but recently lost my job. I’d like to change my status from H-1B to a B-2 tourist visa. Blog Post
For background, you can learn more about the H-1B visa here, and about the B-2 tourist visa here . But if you want to change status between the H-1B and...
I am a U.S. citizen who lives or works abroad for long periods of time. I am traveling to the U.S. temporarily and would like to bring my nanny. Can I do so? Blog Post
The Department of State permits “personal employees or domestic workers” (including nannies) of U.S. citizens to accompany them on temporary visits to the U.S., but only if certain conditions are...
What is Global Entry? Can I apply for a Global Entry? Blog Post
Global Entry is one of the Trusted Travel Programs – these programs allow pre-screened travelers to use expedited lanes when coming to the U.S. If you are part of the...We are Happy to Offer You a Free Guide! Page
Get One Of Our Free Guides. Get Your E-2 Visa Guide We are happy to offer our E-2 visa guide that describes the E-2 visa requirements, renewal considerations and other...
O-1 Visa: Questions and Answers Blog Post
What is an O-1 visa? An O-1 Visa is a visa that allows individuals with extraordinary ability in a number of different fields to come to the U.S. What are... If I am in the U.S. should I apply for an L-1 through a change of status, or should I go to a Consulate? Blog Post
An L-1 visa is a good option for a foreign company that seeks to send an employee to work at an existing U.S. company. An L visa is also a...
How will the Second Stimulus Bill Impact E-2 visa holders? Is there a Second round of PPP for E-2 visa holders? Can I get a PPP Loan on an E-2? Blog Post
The first Corona virus stimulus bill provided much needed relief for E-2 visa holders. Many E-2 visa companies were struggling and both the PPP loans and the EIDL grant kept... Can L-1 employees work remotely? Do employers need to file anything with the government if the worksite location changes for L-1 employees? Blog Post
Due to COVID-19 many companies had to rethink their workplace arrangements in 2020. Some companies had employees work remotely while others temporarily shut down or furloughed employees. As local requirements...
What should we know about Alejandro Mayorkas, President-elect Biden’s pick as Homeland Security Secretary? Blog Post
Last month, President-elect Joe Biden announced that he plans to nominate Alejandro Mayorkas to serve in his cabinet as Secretary of Homeland Security. Mayorkas, who would be the first immigrant...
Does the money for the E-2 investment have to be spent in the U.S.? Blog Post
The E-2 Visa is a visa that is available for an entrepreneur that wants to buy or start a business in the U.S. The investment must be substantial, and the business... What is an L-1A executive visa? How do I know if I meet the requirements? Do I need to be a CEO to qualify? Blog Post
The L-1A visa can be used by companies abroad to transfer managers or executives to the U.S. to work at an established U.S. company or to form a new office.... H1B approval for a Finance Professional working in the Food Industry Blog Post
We just had an H-1B approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS). The beneficiary is a finance professional working in the food industry who changed employers. If a beneficiary...
How past marijuana related convictions can affect noncitizens without status living in the United States. Blog Post
I last entered on a student visa and never left the United States since my entry. I am now married to a US citizen who is intending to petition for... I have been in the U.S. on my B-2 visa for the maximum allowed stay of 6 months. Can I simply do a “visa run” – a short visit to a neighboring country – in order to restart my 6-month visa clock? Blog Post
B-2 Visa Basics The B-2 tourist visa is a nonimmigrant visa with a validity period of up to 10 years, and can permit the visa holder multiple entries (the visa...
