Immigration Guides
A fiancé visa (k1 visa) allows a U.S. citizen to bring their foreign fiancé to the United States. Once the fiancé enters the U.S., the engaged couple is required to get married within 90 days. Upon their marriage, the foreign fiancé can apply for their green card in…
Through the K1 visa process, the fiancé of a U.S. citizen can come to the U.S. and apply for a green card. The K1 visa is a very powerful visa option, however, the K1 visa process has many steps that must be carefully followed. Failure to follow the steps can…
The EB2 visa is a great way to obtain a green card to the United States. In this guide, I will discuss the EB2 visa processing time. I will also discuss how to speed up the EB2 processing time. As a general overview, the EB2 visa processing time usually takes about 18…
The L1 and E2 visas are powerful options for investors and entrepreneurs. Both of these options allow someone to live and work in the United States. While the L1 visa and the E2 visa have many similarities, they are very different in many ways. In this guide, I will…
A new reason for visa and green card rejection is on the horizon. As of February 24, 2020 government officials can reject immigrant applicants if they suspect that they are likely to become a public charge (receive public benefits). These rule changes change the…
Beginning for the 2021 fiscal year, all employers wishing to submit H1B cap-subject petitions must first electronically register with USCIS. This is required for all H1B cap-subject petitions, including for those with advanced degrees. There is a $10 fee for this…
The process of naturalization allows permanent residents (green card holders) to receive U.S. citizenship. The process of naturalization allows foreign nationals to receive US citizenship. If you have met all requirements discussed in this guide, you can…
The H4 visa is the dependent visas that attaches to the H1B visa. H1B visas are the most common nonimmigrant work visa available to professionals. Some H4 visa holders are eligible for EAD, an Employment Authorization Document. In my practice, H1B families…
The H4 visa is the dependent visa that attaches to the H1B visa. H1Bs are the most common nonimmigrant work visa available to professionals. All types of US corporations and organizations use H1B visas, regardless of industry or job duties. As a result, foreign…
H1B visas are extremely popular. This is because they are the most common nonimmigrant work visas available to professionals or “specialty workers.” H1B visas are routinely utilized by US corporations and organizations throughout the country, regardless of…
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…
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…
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…
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 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.
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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