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National Interest Waiver Application for Artists
While it is a lesser-known application type, artists who have had commercial success in their field might be eligible for a national interest waiver.
How to Complete the I-601A Waiver
The I-601A is a provisional waiver that only applies to a specific class of applicants who have an illegal entry on their record and are filing this waiver so they can pursue legal residence in the United States.
What is the Supporting Evidence Needed for a National Interest Waiver?
NIWs are one of the most difficult waivers to get in terms of immigration. Oftentimes the USCIS also does not provide sufficient reasoning as to why a case was denied. Thus it is important to look further into NIW cases and the evidence needed for a successful adjudication.
Visa Bulletin Updates for April 2021
This month's bulletin reflects a continual opening up of dates for filing amongst employment-based visa applicants. Chinese and Indian applicants still have the longest wait times, however, in terms of being able to file paperwork with the NVC in the 2nd, 3rd, and Other Worker categories. In addition, applicants from Mexico and the Philippines have “current” dates for filing in every employment-based category listed.
What Does Attachment of Constitution Principles Mean for N-400 Applicants?
Attachment to the principles is required for the Oath of Allegiance. Officers might also use the attachment principles as a guiding resource when looking over applicants N-400 and other supplementary forms provided in their application package.
USCIS News Update: Biden Administration Makes Deference Ruling
The Biden Administration has made the immigration process a little bit more efficient by re-instating the deference policy.
Options for Changing Jobs with a Pending or Approved I-140
Knowing whether or not you should have a new petition submitted depends on the nature of the job change and whether it is internal or a different organization.
Step by Step for Completing the I-829 Petition
The I-829 petition is for investors, or their dependents, to remove conditions on their 2-year green cards. The form asks many specific questions for investors pertaining to the nature of their investments in the U.S,. and the full-time jobs they helped create via a job creating entity (JCE).
How the National Interest Definition is Changing in a Post-Pandemic World
A recent NIW denial shows how the national interest can change over a course of many years, and how Covid-19 is changing what is in the U.S. national interest now that mass vaccinations are under way.
What are the Guidelines for Becoming a Joint Sponsor?
Joint sponsors help to take some of the financial burdens off of the original, intending sponsor of the beneficiary. Here’s how to know if you qualify.
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