The past several years have introduced unprecedented delays and bottlenecks to the U.S. immigration system. For many spouses of H-1B and L-1 visa holders, these delays put their jobs and their very livelihoods at risk. Processing times for renewing employment...
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Year: 2021
How entrepreneurs can qualify for an O-1 visa
There are a variety of visa options for foreign business owners and entrepreneurs. One of the more overlooked options is the O-1 visa. O-1 visas are reserved for proven, talented individuals who are at the top of their respected fields. While this visa may not be...
U.S. Resumes The International Entrepreneur Parole Program
In January 2017, the Obama Administration introduced the International Entrepreneur Parole Program, authorizing qualifying entrepreneurs to stay in the country for as long as five years without needing a visa. While there are a variety of U.S. visa programs available...
Trump-Era Work Visa Ban Lifted, What Does That Mean For You?
Last June, the White House issued a work visa ban that affected many foreign workers and their spouses who were trying to move into the country. However, at the end of March, President Biden allowed this ban to expire, opening the floodgates for visa processing to...
How the Biden Administration’s executive actions may impact business immigration and work visas
The Biden administration promised to make sweeping changes to U.S. immigration policy in 2021, and the White House wasted no time in releasing several executive orders to reverse the direction of the previous administration. While many of the changes have been focused...
Benefits of an L-1 visa for foreign workers
There are several visa options available to foreign workers who want to travel to the United States for business. H-1B visas allow a limited number of skilled workers to enter the country temporarily every year, O-1 visas allow entry for those with extraordinary skill...
Sponsoring an employee for a green card: Employer requirements
Whether you are looking to sponsor one of your current employees to become a permanent resident, or wish to sponsor a potential employee, there are several steps and requirements that both the foreign national and you, the employer, must fulfill. By sponsoring an...
What’s the difference between an E-1 and E-2 visa?
E-1 and E-2 visas allow citizens of certain countries to travel to the United States and stay to either conduct trade or manage their investments in an American business. They also allow certain employees of the treaty trader or investor to stay in the U.S. as well....
5 reasons consular officials may deny your U.S. visa
There is unfortunately no guarantee that your visa application to come to the United States will be approved. Consular officials often provide foreign nationals with reasons for visa denial. If a reason is provided, only the applicant will be able to see this...
What business visas are best for temporary visits?
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...