Immigration

Insights, strategies, and resources for this topic.

The Government Shutdown's Effect on US Immigration
The Government Shutdown's Effect on US Immigration

The government shutdown has been the leading story in the news over the past week.

Aug 19, 2015
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The Basics of Establishing an EB-5 Regional Center
The Basics of Establishing an EB-5 Regional Center

The rise in the Employment Based-5th category visa (“EB-5”)’s popularity has led to a corresponding rise in the number of Regional Centers, which are USCIS designations to businesses that pool EB-5 Investor funds for larger investments.

Aug 19, 2015
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Dealing with 221(g) Issues from the Consulate
Dealing with 221(g) Issues from the Consulate

In this week’s article, we explore one common issue that happens to non-citizens seeking entry into the United States from abroad.

Aug 19, 2015
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Visas and Residency for UC Tuition Purposes
Visas and Residency for UC Tuition Purposes

It is no secret that many immigrants are young students seeking to attend the United States’ top universities.

Aug 19, 2015
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Advanced Parole or H-1B?
Advanced Parole or H-1B?

It is a stressful, but rewarding, time when a noncitizen finally begins their adjustment of status process to obtain a green card.

Aug 19, 2015
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Special Visa Categories for Canadians
Special Visa Categories for Canadians

Despite the media attention surrounding immigration from Mexico, it’s important to remember that the United States shares a border to the north with Canada as well.

Aug 19, 2015
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Domestic Worker Visa Options
Domestic Worker Visa Options

It is not uncommon for many families and business people to bring personal assistants with them while traveling to the United States.

Aug 19, 2015
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Immigration Consequences for Minor Crimes
Immigration Consequences for Minor Crimes

Although sometimes the hardest part may be trying to get a visa, it can also be difficult just trying to keep it.

Aug 19, 2015
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Surviving an Immigration Interview
Surviving an Immigration Interview

After all of the papers have been filed and the visa has been approved, there is still one major hurdle on an intending immigrant’s mind: the visa interview.

Aug 19, 2015
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F-1 Student Visa Options After Graduation
F-1 Student Visa Options After Graduation

Many universities are home to foreign students from all over the world.

Aug 19, 2015
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Protect Yourself Against Common Immigration Scams
Protect Yourself Against Common Immigration Scams

Scam artists have always targeted immigrants but with the Obama Administration’s issuance of the new Executive Order scams could be on the rise.

Aug 19, 2015
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Employment Authorization for H-4 Dependent Spouses Available in May.
Employment Authorization for H-4 Dependent Spouses Available in May.

Currently dependent spouses on H-4 visas cannot lawfully seek employment in the United States, but that will be changing soon!

Aug 19, 2015
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