Immigration Guides
H-4 EAD Guide: Eligibility, Renewals, and 2025 Rule Change
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…
H-4 Visa FAQ: Common Questions Answered
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…
H-1B Visa FAQ: Most Commonly Asked Questions Answered
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…
EB-1A Criteria: Evidence Guide for Each of the 10 Requirements
To qualify for an EB-1A green card, you must show either a one-time major, internationally recognized award (such as a Nobel Prize) or meet at least 3 of the 10 evidentiary criteria listed at 8 CFR 204.5(h)(3), and then satisfy a final merits review showing sustained national or international acclaim and that you are among the small percentage at the very top of your field.
How to Get a Green Card: Every Major Pathway Explained
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
The naturalization process has four main stages: you file Form N-400 (Application for Naturalization) with USCIS, attend a biometrics appointment if USCIS requires one, complete a naturalization interview that includes English and civics testing, and take the Oath of Allegiance at a ceremony. As of September 2026, the Form N-400 filing fee is $760 for paper filing or $710 for online filing, and how long the process takes depends on the USCIS field office handling your case.