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New Regulations Expand Eligibility for 10-day Grace Periods and Add 60-Day Grace Period for Many Nonimmigrant Workers.

On January 17, 2017, a new rule aimed at the retention of immigrant workers and program improvements for high-skilled nonimmigrant workers went into effect. Among other changes, two new regulations provide for grace periods for many nonimmigrants working in the…

IanScottFebruary 6, 2017

Family Immigration Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law

How does Trump’s Executive Order Currently Affect Dual Nationals?

The Executive Orders signed on January 27th, 2017 have created anxiety for the international community and unexpected questions related to the administration of immigration laws. Apart from those who are nationals of the seven countries targeted by the order (Iran,…

IanScottFebruary 6, 2017

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Family Immigration Immigration

President Trump Bans Entry to the U.S. for Nationals of Seven Countries – How Will the Executive Order Impact Me?

At the end of the first week in office, President Trump signed an executive order that imposes a 90 day ban on foreign nationals from 7 countries that have a predominantly Muslim population. We have summarized the Executive Order below. …

IanScottJanuary 30, 2017

Immigration Investor Visas News

A New Immigration Option for Entrepreneurs just Announced! Is there a new Visa for Entrepreneurs?

A new immigration law was published recently that opens the door for another visa option for Entrepreneurs. Where in the past, foreign entrepreneurs could rely mainly on an EB-5 visa or an E-2 visa, this new option opens the door…

IanScottJanuary 25, 2017