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COVID-19

What is National Interest Exception? Do I qualify for a National Interest Exception? Can I travel to the U.S. on an E-2 visa?

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…

Jenny ZhanAugust 10, 2020

COVID-19

Updates on Travels Restrictions and Visa Delays Caused by the Coronavirus

On top of travel restrictions of travelers from China starting on February 2, 2020, U.S. Consulates are also delaying visa issues to foreign nationals from other countries if they have visited or traveled to China within 14 days. U.S. Consulates…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 7, 2020

COVID-19

Travel Restrictions and Quarantines on Individuals Traveling from China

The White House issued a presidential proclamation imposing travel restrictions and quarantines on travelers from China starting on February 2, 2020 due to the coronavirus. The US will temporarily bar entry of foreign nationals coming from mainland China or have…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 3, 2020

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law

USCIS Issues Revised Guidance on Unlawful Presence for F, J, and M Nonimmigrants

On May 18, 2018, USCIS issued a policy memorandum announcing that it will radically revise how unlawful presence is accrued for students and exchange visitors who fail to maintain their F, J, or M visitor status. To learn more about…

Jenny ZhanAugust 10, 2018

Immigration

Changes in Unlawful Presence Rules for Students and Exchange Visitors

In a policy memorandum issued on May 18, 2018, USCIS has announced that it will radically revise how unlawful presence is accrued for students and exchange visitors who fail to maintain their F, J, or M visitor status. Unlawful presence…

Jenny ZhanJune 5, 2018