When people consider staying in the United States to perform business, they often envision a long, drawn-out visa process to do so. But while securing a visa can be a lengthy process for some, that's often not the case for those working on temporary projects. When you...
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The state of H1-B visas in 2021
Over the past four years, and especially over the course of 2020, the United States government downsized several immigration programs including the H-1B visa, which they claimed would help protect U.S. workers and jobs. Changes were also made to block or restrict...
The basics of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
Foreign nationals looking for entrepreneurial opportunities in the U.S. often take a look at the EB-5 visa. Known as the Immigrant Investor Program, it allows non-American businesspeople the opportunity to secure a green card in exchange for a substantial,...
The perils of going to court are in the past for many New Yorkers
A three-year, highly controversial practice by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has now come to an end following passage of a bill in the New York State Legislature. The move was in response to the significant growth of undocumented foreign nationals...
Why naturalize in the United States?
If you are a permanent resident in the United States, you may be wondering if it's worth the effort to go for U.S. citizenship. Although it may take a while and a lot of gathering documents, the advantages of naturalization may mean a better life for you and your...
What documents do you need for naturalization?
Naturalization is the process of becoming a citizen of the U.S. At some point in the process, officials with the United States Customs and Immigration Services will schedule you an interview where further testing will take place. When you go to your interview, you...
Pro sports team says USCIS abused its discretion in EB-1 denial case
Who knows a hockey strength coach’s qualifications best, executives from the pro team hiring him or bureaucrats from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services? From the perspective of the former group, the mere raising of such a question is flatly nonsensical. And...
How the USCIS budget crunch might impact applicants
The federal agency in charge of managing the United States’ immigration policies is in real financial trouble. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which is funded entirely by application fees and other charges, has projected a staggering budget...
How many visas are available for family immigration?
Can your family come with you to the United States? Can they join you once you are here? These are all questions that can occupy your mind when you are looking at visas for yourself or your loved ones. So it is best to know the situation when it comes to how many...
Which family members can a foreign worker bring to the US?
A family is an invaluable support network for every individual. The benefits of these close bonds are even more pronounced during times of significant change – such as moving to a new country for work. There are clear benefits to family-based immigration, not just in...