CBP | Scott Legal, P.C.

Can I apply for a National Interest Exception at a CBP office at the airport? Do I need to apply through a U.S. Consulate abroad first? What is the procedure?

In July 2020, the Department of State announced that certain business and student travelers coming from Schengen countries or the U.K. (such as B-1 business visitors), treaty traders, or treaty investors may apply for a National Interest Exception (“NIE”). The NIE allows such…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 5, 2021

Immigration Immigration Biden/Harris Administration

What is Biden’s previous position on immigration? What are some of Biden’s Proposed Changes to Immigration?

What impact will this election have on immigration? What are some of the changes we expect to occur under a Biden-Harris administration? The past four years have seen dramatic changes in U.S. immigration policy under the Trump administration. The arrival…

Jenny ZhanNovember 9, 2020

Immigration

What is I-94 form? How can I get my I-94 form corrected?

What is I-94 form? I-94 is a form that is issued to aliens that come to the U.S. (except green card holders) and that governs their lawful stay in the U.S. Sometimes the period of time you can stay in…

Jenny ZhanOctober 20, 2020

Immigration

I am a legal permanent resident with parents who would like to visit me and my family. We want to know if it is true that my parents will be denied entry to the US on a tourist visa if they refuse to allow immigration authorities to search their electronic devices such as their phones and computer laptops?

Although the state of the law regarding the extent of authority an immigration officer, “CBP officer” has to search electronic devices such as a cell phone or laptop is unclear and pending litigation in US courts, the short answer is…

Jenny ZhanOctober 20, 2020

Questions & Answers

What is a deferred inspection?

In certain situations, people who are entering the U.S. are referred to a deferred inspection. This usually happen if a CBP officer cannot make an immediate decision due to a lack of documentation. If a CBP officer cannot make an…

Jenny ZhanJuly 22, 2020

Covid 19

Coronavirus Update: CDC Public Health Measure Used to Expedite Removal Processes

On March 21, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a public charge measure that border officials are using to override immigration laws and expedite the removal process. The order is known as the Order Suspending Introduction…

Jenny ZhanApril 13, 2020

Immigration

Can an immigration officer search my electronic devices at the border? What is a basic search? What is an advanced search? Can the officer search my cloud?

In short, they can pretty much search whatever they want. You can certainly refuse any search but the officer may not admit you and/or the officer may also detain or seize the device. Because the CBP officers at the border…

Jenny ZhanMarch 10, 2020

Family Immigration H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

What is Implied Departure? How can a Canceled Plane Ticket Impact Your USCIS Application? I cancelled my airline ticket, will it impact immigration?

For national security reasons, airlines routinely transmit passenger information to Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) whenever a plane ticket is purchased. This is done at the purchase stage to give CBP sufficient time and resources to conduct background checks and…

Jenny ZhanApril 15, 2019

Immigration News

Three Weeks into the Government Shutdown: An Update on Immigration Services

We are three weeks into the government shutdown since December 21, 2018 and the following is an update on different immigration agencies and services. Visa Applications Overseas Consulates are still processing visa applications as normal. Consulates and the Department of…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 10, 2019

Client Advice Immigration

What You Should Know When Travelling to the U.S. Important Considerations when Applying for Admission into the United States

What You Should Know When Travelling to the U.S. Important Considerations when Applying for Admission into the United States Applying for a visa to enter the United States may be a long process for certain foreign nationals. Applying for an…

Jenny ZhanDecember 1, 2017

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

What is the benefit to filing a Withdrawal for an Application for Admission to the U.S.? When does it come up?

Any foreign nationals who travels to the U.S. on a visa and applies for admission at a designated port of entry may be told by CBP that they are inadmissible (not eligible to enter the U.S.) following an inspection. Grounds…

IanScottSeptember 28, 2017

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

What is “Deferred Inspection” and when is it used?

When a traveler presents him or herself before the Customs and Border Patrol officer at a port of entry in the US, the officer reviews the individual’s passport and travel documents and may ask a few questions to determine whether…

IanScottMay 8, 2017

Immigration

Can a Border Agent Search My Cell Phone or Laptop Computer?

Yes, it is lawful for Customs and Border Patrol to request that you provide your cell phone or laptop to be searched. Understandably, many individuals who are seeking to enter the U.S. have privacy concerns and are wary of having…

IanScottApril 28, 2017

CBP | Scott Legal, P.C.

Can I apply for a National Interest Exception at a CBP office at the airport? Do I need to apply through a U.S. Consulate abroad first? What is the procedure?

What is Biden’s previous position on immigration? What are some of Biden’s Proposed Changes to Immigration?

What is I-94 form? How can I get my I-94 form corrected?

What is a deferred inspection?

Coronavirus Update: CDC Public Health Measure Used to Expedite Removal Processes

Can an immigration officer search my electronic devices at the border? What is a basic search? What is an advanced search? Can the officer search my cloud?

What is Implied Departure? How can a Canceled Plane Ticket Impact Your USCIS Application? I cancelled my airline ticket, will it impact immigration?

Three Weeks into the Government Shutdown: An Update on Immigration Services

What You Should Know When Travelling to the U.S. Important Considerations when Applying for Admission into the United States

What is the benefit to filing a Withdrawal for an Application for Admission to the U.S.? When does it come up?

What is “Deferred Inspection” and when is it used?

Can a Border Agent Search My Cell Phone or Laptop Computer?

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