Immigration Guides

EB1A Criteria: What USCIS is Really Looking For

As an immigration attorney, I often see extremely talented, extraordinary individuals at a loss of how to get a green card. Often times, these clients do not have the traditional employer or family member inline to sponsor them. Fortunately, for those at the top of their…

How to Get a Green Card

As a U.S. immigration lawyer, my clients often ask me how they can get a green card. The answer is that there are many possible ways to get a green card. The best option for you will depend on your particular circumstances. In this guide, I will explain most of…

Reentry Permit FAQs: Your Most Common Questions Answered

As a U.S. immigration lawyer, I’ve helped many U.S. lawful permanent residents to get their reentry permit. After numerous consultations, I’ve noticed that many people have the same questions regarding reentry permits. As a U.S. permanent resident…

What is the Difference Between the L1 Visa and EB1C Visa?

Two very powerful immigration options for investors, entrepreneurs, and other individuals are the L1 visa and the EB1C visa. Both of these options allow a foreign company to transfer an employee to work in the United States for a related U.S. company. While the L1…

Naturalization Process: What to Expect from Start to Finish

Naturalization is the process through which someone is granted U.S. citizenship after they satisfy certain requirements. In this guide, I will discuss the naturalization process from start to finish.

Refugee Travel Document Fee: Everything You Need to Know

As a refugee or asylee in the United States, you should strongly consider applying for a refugee travel document if you plan to travel outside of the U.S. Leaving the United States without a refugee travel document can result in an inability to reenter the country or…

Refugee Travel Document Processing Time: How to Solve Timing Issues

Are you in the United States in refugee or asylum status? If so, you will need a refugee travel document to travel outside of the United States. A refugee travel document is a small booklet, similar to a passport, and is necessary to travel if you are a refugee or…

Green Card Renewal Fee: The Correct Fee for Your Situation

As a United States lawful permanent resident, you are issued a green card (also called a permanent resident card). Your green card is the proof of your lawful status in the United States. It is the document that establishes your right to live and work in the U.S.

Lost Green Card: How to Replace Your Lost Green Card (Step-by-Step)

As a U.S. permanent resident, you are issued a green card. The green card is your proof of lawful status as a U.S. permanent resident. This document proves your ability to live and work in the United States and so it is highly important. So, what happens if…

Green Card Renewal Processing Time: Standard and Expedited Processing

Once you become a United States lawful permanent resident, you are issued a green card. Your green card (also called a lawful permanent resident card), is proof of your status as a lawful permanent resident. A green card is a highly important document and…

Reentry Permit Renewal: How to Renew Your Reentry Permit

A reentry permit is a travel document for green card holders. The main benefit of a reentry permit is that it helps to protect your status as a permanent resident, even if you need to leave the United States for long periods of time. As a U.S. green card holder, you…

TN Visa Management Consultant: Everything You Need to Know

The TN visa allows certain professionals from Canada and Mexico to work in the United States on a temporary basis. To qualify for a TN visa, your proposed work in the US must be on the list of TN visa occupations. One of the most popular occupations on the list is…

E2 Visa Lawyer: 4 Important Tasks Your E2 Visa Lawyer Should Perform

As an E2 visa applicant, one of the main requirements to get your E2 visa approved is the source of funds requirement. You must show that your investment funds were obtained lawfully. Examples of lawful sources of funds include employment earnings and…

E2 Visa Renewal: How to Renew or Extend Your E2 Visa

One of the benefits of an E2 visa is that it can be renewed or extended. As long as the E2 company and the E2 investor continue to satisfy the E2 visa requirements, there is no limit to the number of times that an E2 visa can be renewed or extended….

E-2 Visa Spouse: Work Authorization and SSN

The E2 visa is one of the best options available for you to live and work in the United States. With an E2 visa, you can set-up your own business or purchase an existing business. The E2 visa provides you with unlimited opportunity to grow your business and…