Immigration Guides

How Long Does it Take to Become a US Citizen?

If you are looking to become a United States citizen, you may be asking yourself: How long do I have to wait before I can become a U.S. citizen? Unfortunately, the answer to that question – as with most legal questions – is that “it depends.” Indeed, it is difficult to…

Why You Shouldn’t Apply for Citizenship

Oftentimes, the main goal of immigrants when they come to the United States is to eventually become US citizens. However, there are requirements and consequences of applying for citizenship that should be considered and discussed with an experienced…

EB1 Visa for Priority Workers

You may be eligible for an Employment-Based Immigration First Preference [EB-1] visa if you are a priority worker. In general, this visa category is reserved for highly capable people. So, who can be a priority worker? A priority worker is a worker who 1) has…

15 Ways to Get a Green Card

There are many different ways to become a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder). If you are looking for a permanent path to live in the United States, there are 15 options you can consider to get a green card.

6 Tips for Applying for L1 Visa – Why Revenue and Employees Matter

The L1 visa is a special non-immigrant visa that allows a company outside of the United States to transfer certain workers to a related company within the United States. In other words, this visa allows the foreign company to transfer either a manager, executive, or…

EB5 Source of Funds Requirement Explained – Top Questions Answered

The EB5 visa is an investor visa in which a person can qualify for a green card by making an investment in a U.S. business and creating jobs for U.S. workers. You can also get a green card for your spouse and your unmarried children under 21 years old with…

USCIS Appeals EB5 Visa Case – Is the Investment Amount Going Up?

Back in June of 2021, Behring Regional Center filed a lawsuit in federal court, which resulted in the court setting aside the EB5 Modernization Rule. That was a law that increased the required minimum investment amount to qualify for an EB5 visa, from…

E2 Visa Travel Restrictions

The E2 visa is a great option for individuals wishing to live in the U.S. to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. The E2 allows individuals to remain in the U.S. on a temporary basis, meaning there is no path to Lawful Permanent Residency…