Learn how passport expiration impacts your USCIS extension application and what steps to take to ensure compliance and avoid issues.
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If eligible for both, it is oftentimes best to choose an E-1 visa over an E-2: no investment, employee, or lease requirements, with the same key benefits.
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The O-1 visa is valid for up to 3 years and can be renewed indefinitely. It also generally allows pursuing a green card without risking your O-1 status.
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You can apply for an EB-2 NIW from abroad without a job offer. Submit the I-140, attend a consular interview, and prove national interest.
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Consulates generally won’t issue E-2 visas to dependents when the primary applicant has only a USCIS approval notice for a change of status.
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You can include tangible items purchased years ago in your E-2 visa application, but avoid intangible expenses and provide proof of purchase and source of funds.
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You can pursue an I-140 while on an E-2 visa, but timing and strategy are crucial to avoid issues with immigrant intent and visa renewals.
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Loans or gifts from a 50% business partner for an E-2 visa are problematic, raising questions about investment authenticity and control.
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TN visa holders are usually granted 3 years of stay, but always check your I-94 for confirmation after entry to ensure you’re in status.
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Learn why due diligence is crucial when buying a business for an E-2 visa, ensuring your investment is viable and meets visa requirements.
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No need to rent an office for an E-1 visa. Focus on proving substantial trade between the U.S. and the treaty country to meet visa requirements.
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No employees are needed for an E-1 visa. Focus on facilitating substantial trade between the U.S. and a treaty country to meet the visa requirements.
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You don’t need a U.S. legal entity for an E-1 visa. Focus on substantial trade between your treaty country and the U.S. for a successful application.
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You can’t self-petition for an O-1 visa, but you can have a U.S. company or agent sponsor you, provided you show real work opportunities in your field.
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If your passport expires before your E-2 visa, travel with both the old and new passports. The visa remains valid; just show both documents at entry.
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Learn which professional associations can help meet the EB-1A or O-1A visa criteria and why selective membership based on achievements is key.
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Applying for an immigration status is not as simple as just filling out and mailing the appropriate immigration form and paying the required fee.
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