Immigration Guides
The E2 visa is an investment-based, nonimmigrant visa. This visa allows somebody to invest in a U.S. business (by either starting a new business or purchasing an existing business), and based on that investment, the person can obtain the legal status to live in the U.S. and…
Have you dreamed of managing your own startup company in the US? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll review the program requirements and benefits and explain how someone can extend their stay in the US under the International Entrepreneur Parole Program.
When you apply for adjustment of status you may also apply for employment authorization so you can work in the United States while you are waiting on your adjustment application. Now, for certain adjustment of status applicants, USCIS will be granting an initial period of…
In order to understand how groundbreaking this news is, it’s important that you know some of the background information about the EB5 visa. The EB5 investor visa is a green card option for investors and entrepreneurs. Essentially, through the EB5 visa, someone can…
If you’re an investor or entrepreneur, and you are considering ways to get a visa or green card to the United States, this article is for you. We are going to talk about 7 options for investors, entrepreneurs, and business professionals to obtain immigration benefits to the U.S.
The L1B visa was designed to allow certain foreign workers to transfer to the United States and to work as a specialized knowledge worker for their employer. Yet the L1B visa is a non-immigrant visa. It is temporary and does not directly lead to a green card. However, some options remain available for L1B visa holders looking to secure permanent residency in…
The E2 visa is an excellent option for investors and entrepreneurs looking to come to the United States to direct and develop their business. Our law firm is especially well-versed in these types of cases. We have had the opportunity to work with investors and entrepreneurs from across the world in these matters. However, clients may…
Let’s talk about some of the benefits of becoming a United States citizen. Many people are confused about the benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen versus remaining a lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder), so we hope that we can clear up some of these differences. In this article, we will cover four benefits of getting U.S. citizenship.
What is the difference between having a green card and having citizenship? Well, there are a number of differences that we will explore in this article, including a list of the various rights that green card holders may not have compared to citizens. To begin, let us discuss the main differences between a green card and citizenship. When you have a green card…
A popular way to gain lawful permanent resident status in the United States is to obtain your green card through marriage. When you apply for a green card based on marriage to a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident from within the United States, the process is generally referred to as an “adjustment of status.” Part of that adjustment of…
The national interest waiver (NIW) is an attractive option for certain qualified individuals to get a green card to the United States through self-petition. The national interest waiver offers the opportunity to pursue a green card without a job offer. In this guide, I will explain what you need to know about the national interest waiver and provide…
The TN visa is a powerful non-immigrant visa classification available to citizens of Canada and Mexico. With a TN visa, you can live and work in the USA for extended periods of time. The TN visa can be renewed or extended past its initial validity period of three (3) years. For Mexican citizens, a standard…
People are often unsure on whether to apply for an L1 visa or an E2 visa. Both of these visa options can be wonderful options for investors, entrepreneurs, and business professionals. The E2 visa is an investor visa. The way it works is that through the E2 visa, someone can invest in a U.S. business by either starting…
Immigration policy in the United States continues to be a hot topic in our national discourse. To begin, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed two separate immigration bills. Also, House Republicans have put forth their version of an immigration reform bill called the Dignity Plan. We will go through these updates with you so…
We have come to learn that the public charge rule will no longer be enforced going forward. This is wonderful news for many people who plan to apply for their green card. Let us begin the discussion by explaining what the “public charge rule” is. This rule was enacted in 2019, and it allowed immigration officers to weigh…
Michael Ashoori, Esq.
President of Ashoori Law
I’m a U.S. immigration lawyer and I help families, professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs get visas, green cards, and citizenship to the United States.
Since starting my law firm, I’ve helped thousands of people from all over the world with their immigration needs. I’m very passionate, hard-working, and committed to my clients.
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