business | Scott Legal, P.C.

Can entrepreneurs qualify for the EB-2 National Interest Waiver? Can I only apply with an established business or can I apply if I have an idea for a start up?

In 2017, a new court decision (Matter of Dhanasar), changed the standard for the National Interest Waiver (NIW) which made this category much more approvable for entrepreneurs. An NIW is a green card petition that falls under the employment-based second preference…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 4, 2021

Immigration

How long can I stay in the U.S. on a B visa?

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 performance of skilled and unskilled labor that are a necessary…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 13, 2021

Immigration L-1 Visa

I am in the U.S. on an L-1B and would like to stay for longer than 5 years. What are my options? Can I switch to an L-1A? Can I switch to any other visa?

The L-1B visa category allows employers outside the U.S. to transfer employees with specialized knowledge to a U.S. company that is a branch, affiliate, parent or subsidiary of the foreign employer. The employee must have worked for the company outside the U.S.…

Jenny ZhanJune 30, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Set Up Another Business While on an E-2 visa?

As an entrepreneur, an E-2 investor business owner may come across other good business ideas or businesses that he/she may want to get involved with. For example, an E-2 business owner may want to buy a new business or invest…

Jenny ZhanMay 29, 2020

E-1 Visa Immigration

I want to apply for an E-1 visa and I already have a company abroad. Should I register a branch or set up a subsidiary in the U.S.? Which one is better?

E-1 visa is a great visa for treaty traders who engage in international trade between the U.S. and their home treaty country. If you already own a company abroad and you are thinking about applying for an E-1 visa, you…

Jenny ZhanMay 11, 2020

E-1 Visa Immigration

What documents should I submit to prove that there is international trade between the U.S. and the treaty country? What documents will I have to submit?

The E-1 visa is a great visa for treaty traders who engage in international trade between the U.S. and their home treaty country. Our clients often ask us what kind of evidence they will need to provide to prove that:…

Jenny ZhanApril 10, 2020

Extraordinary Ability Immigration

Am I Qualified for the O-1B Visa? What Are My Chances/Likelihood of Success in Securing the O-1B Visa?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…

Jenny ZhanApril 3, 2020

Family Immigration Immigration

New Regulation Prohibiting Pregnant Foreign Nationals from Obtaining Visitor Visas

The State Department issued a new regulation that prohibits pregnant foreign nationals from obtaining a B-1/B-2 visitor visa if the consular officer determines that the primary purpose of the trip is to obtain U.S. citizenship for the child by giving…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 24, 2020

Approvals

B Visa Approval in Melbourne

We just had an B-1 visa approval in Melbourne, Australia. The applicant was granted a B-1 business visitor visa in order to come to the United States to investigate E-2 investment opportunities and will return to Australia to apply for the…

Jenny ZhanJune 18, 2019

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

E-1 and E-2 Visas Available for New Zealand Nationals Starting June 10!

The U.S. Embassy in New Zealand announced that starting on June 10, 2019, eligible New Zealand companies and nationals will be able to apply for the E-1 Treaty Trader and E-2 Treaty Investor visas. Originally announced on Wednesday August 1,…

Jenny ZhanJune 6, 2019

Client Advice

I want to apply for a B visa, how can I prove that my stay in the U.S. will be temporary?

When you are applying for a B-1 (business) or B-2 (tourist) visa, you are presumed to be an immigrant and you must prove to the satisfaction of the Consular Officer that you will return to your home country at the…

Jenny ZhanDecember 27, 2018

Business Plans E-2 Visa Investor Visas

Executive Summary of a Business Plan. What Should be Included in the Most Important Part of the Plan?

Business plans are a mandatory and crucial component in the E-2 application process, and all E-2 Treat Investor Visa applications must include a business plan. To learn more about the E-2 visa, please click here. A business plan is used…

Jenny ZhanJuly 24, 2018

Approvals

B-1 approval for E-2 prospective Investor in the U.S. Consulate in London

Scott Legal just had a B-1 visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in London. The applicant will travel to the United States to complete his E-2 investment as a treaty investor. Individuals seeking investment opportunities in the United States that…

Jenny ZhanJune 13, 2018

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for Danish National

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. consulate in Copenhagen Denmark. The visa was granted for 5 years to a Danish national who started an internet technology company. Scott Legal has processed E-2 visas in…

Jenny ZhanMarch 21, 2018

Immigration

Can I start a Company while on F-1 Status? Permissible Business Activities while on F-1 Status

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven economy, being first to successfully implement an innovative new software or technology is crucial for the aspiring entrepreneur. Indeed, some of the most popular social media platforms, software-as-a-service, and technological innovations came from an idea formed…

IanScottOctober 17, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Buy a Franchise? E-2 Visas for Franchises

An E-2 visa is a visa option available to certain foreign nationals who would like to start or buy a business in the U.S.. The visa requires that the applicant invest money in the United States and also hire a…

IanScottMay 2, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Purchase a Business? Considerations for E-2 Visas for Business Purchases

An E-2 visa is a great option for someone who wants to start a business or purchase an existing business in the United States. To qualify for an E-2 visa, you must invest money in the U.S., and ultimately hire…

IanScottMay 2, 2017

Business Entity Set-Up Business/Corporate & Contracts Client Advice

What is Due Diligence? Why is Due Diligence Necessary? I am Buying a Business, How do I Perform Due Diligence?

What is Due Diligence? When you are buying a business you are contracting with a third party to buy either 1) the shares associated with the business; or 2) the assets of the business. In both cases, the buyer will…

IanScottMarch 21, 2017

Business/Corporate & Contracts E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Is my Purchase Sale Agreement E-2 Compliant?

Many of our E-2 clients choose to purchase an established business as their E-2 investment. The purchase of an established business comes with significant benefits, such as an established revenue base and book of business, and the business does not…

IanScottJanuary 3, 2017

E-2 Visa EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas L-1 Visa

Which Investor Visa Should I Select? What are the Differences between E-2, L-1 and EB-5 visas?

When an investor or foreign company wants to start operations in the United States they can select between three possible investor visas including an E-2 Visa, an L-1 Visa and an EB-5 visa. The eligibility requirements for each of these…

IanScottDecember 15, 2016

EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Breaking News: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Extended by Congress through April 28, 2017 via Continuing Resolution Legislation

Congress extended the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program allowing the visa program to run in its current format until April 28, 2017 as part of the Continuing Resolution legislation, which is a stopgap measure to keep the government operating. The Senate…

IanScottDecember 15, 2016

Business/Corporate & Contracts Immigration Investor Visas

Is there a new visa for start-ups? What is the proposed new visa for entrepreneurs? – A look at the new rule for parole for international entrepreneurs

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a rule to allow international entrepreneurs to have temporary permission to be in the United States in order to start and develop their businesses. This is only a proposed rule and has…

IanScottSeptember 2, 2016

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved for an Italian National at the U.S. Consulate in Rome

We just received a 5-year approval at the U.S. Consulate in Rome for an E-2 visa filed on behalf of an Italian national treaty investor. With his American partner, the investor co-founded a consulting business specializing in the introduction and promotion of Made in…

IanScottMay 19, 2016

Business/Corporate & Contracts Español

El Arte De Networking – La Creación De Redes De Contactos – Para Generar Negocio

Cuando comienzas a trabajar en un buffet de abogados grande o en otra compañía, probablemente no tiene que preocuparse por generar negocio. Sin embargo, siendo un buffet de abogados nuevo o dueño de negocio, es importante crear redes de contactos…

IanScottMarch 10, 2016

Business Entity Set-Up Business/Corporate & Contracts

What is the LLC Publication Requirement and How Does it Impact my New Business?

What is the LLC Publication requirement? Limited Liability Companies formed in New York must publish notice of the company’s formation in two publications (one daily and one weekly) for six consecutive weeks. The notices must be posted within 120 days…

IanScottMarch 4, 2016

business | Scott Legal, P.C.

Can entrepreneurs qualify for the EB-2 National Interest Waiver? Can I only apply with an established business or can I apply if I have an idea for a start up?

How long can I stay in the U.S. on a B visa?

I am in the U.S. on an L-1B and would like to stay for longer than 5 years. What are my options? Can I switch to an L-1A? Can I switch to any other visa?

Can I Set Up Another Business While on an E-2 visa?

I want to apply for an E-1 visa and I already have a company abroad. Should I register a branch or set up a subsidiary in the U.S.? Which one is better?

What documents should I submit to prove that there is international trade between the U.S. and the treaty country? What documents will I have to submit?

Am I Qualified for the O-1B Visa? What Are My Chances/Likelihood of Success in Securing the O-1B Visa?

New Regulation Prohibiting Pregnant Foreign Nationals from Obtaining Visitor Visas

B Visa Approval in Melbourne

E-1 and E-2 Visas Available for New Zealand Nationals Starting June 10!

I want to apply for a B visa, how can I prove that my stay in the U.S. will be temporary?

Executive Summary of a Business Plan. What Should be Included in the Most Important Part of the Plan?

B-1 approval for E-2 prospective Investor in the U.S. Consulate in London

E-2 Visa Approval for Danish National

Can I start a Company while on F-1 Status? Permissible Business Activities while on F-1 Status

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Buy a Franchise? E-2 Visas for Franchises

Can I Get an E-2 Visa if I Purchase a Business? Considerations for E-2 Visas for Business Purchases

What is Due Diligence? Why is Due Diligence Necessary? I am Buying a Business, How do I Perform Due Diligence?

Is my Purchase Sale Agreement E-2 Compliant?

Which Investor Visa Should I Select? What are the Differences between E-2, L-1 and EB-5 visas?

Breaking News: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Extended by Congress through April 28, 2017 via Continuing Resolution Legislation

Is there a new visa for start-ups? What is the proposed new visa for entrepreneurs? – A look at the new rule for parole for international entrepreneurs

E-2 Visa Approved for an Italian National at the U.S. Consulate in Rome

El Arte De Networking – La Creación De Redes De Contactos – Para Generar Negocio

What is the LLC Publication Requirement and How Does it Impact my New Business?

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