Immigration Blog
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What does ‘Strong Ties’ to your Home Country Mean?
Some visa applicants will need to show an intent to return to their home country given they are successful in being admitted to the United States. Below are some recommendations for how to navigate this process.
International Entrepreneur Ruling Established Under Biden Administration
The continuation of the IE program for non-citizens does not present a direct path to a green card, but does give IEs a chance to reside in the U.S. under parolee status and decide what to do next.
Appealing a Denied NIW Case: Steps to Take
While appeal cases are harder to win than RFEs, it is still perfectly possible that the USCIS has made an error on behalf of one's NIW application. Appeal cases usually demand the counsel of an experienced attorney.
Green Card for a Fee? New Bill Proposed this Week
A new bill proposes that green card applicants who can afford an extra fee will be able to surpass the numerical country limits in place for family and employment based immigration.
Visa Bulletin Updates at the Start of a New Fiscal Year
The visa bulletin for October, 2021, reflects the start of a new fiscal year for U.S. immigration.
Immigration Fraud and How To Spot It
Immigration fraud happens when immigrants (documented or undocumented) fall prey to consultants who claim to be expert attorneys worthy of filing their documentation.
Using the NSF as a Resource for your NIW Application
The National Science Foundation has an abundance of grant opportunities, and should also serve as a guide for prospective NIW applicants to understanding the pressing challenges/research needs in their field or proposed endeavor.
What is the I-129 Application?
The I-129 is an application handled by U.S. based employers to petition for foreign nationals to work in the United States on a temporary basis.
How a Government Shutdown Might Affect Immigration Processing
Even a partial government shutdown can affect the way the U.S. immigration system functions. Below are some highlights of various government agencies and how they can indeed by impacted by a lack of funding.
Considerations for Pursuing a Fiancé Visa While in the United States
If you are trying to pursue a fiancé visa, make sure that you have all of the supporting evidence you need to present to immigration authorities. Additionally, trying to marry someone under false pretenses could potentially lead to being harsher consequences.
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