An IR1 visa is a great way for you and your spouse to live together in the United States legally on a permanent basis, assuming either you or your spouse is currently a U.S. citizen. The following is a detailed review of what the requirements are for an IR1 visa with insights into what you can … Read more about What Are The Requirements For an IR1 Visa?
A 2018 Look at Immigrants in America
2018 Immigration Law in America Immigration in America is a hot political topic right now and it can be difficult to distinguish between what’s hearsay and what’s law. Since President Trump has been elected into office he has been very vocal about wanting to change immigration law, and not for the … Read more about A 2018 Look at Immigrants in America
Top 10 Countries of Origin of Modern U.S. Immigrants
Immigrants make up more than 43.3 million, or 13.5 percent, of the total Unites States population. While the U.S. population of immigrants is diverse, just a few countries make up the bulk share of this total. There are many reasons that immigrants come to America, whether seeking relative freedoms, … Read more about Top 10 Countries of Origin of Modern U.S. Immigrants
Top Reasons for Deportation by the U.S. Government
Deportation, also referred to as ‘removal’, occurs when an alien is removed from the United States by the federal government. The Obama administration deported more than 414 thousand unauthorized immigrants in the 2014 fiscal year alone. The causes for removals such as these are often associated … Read more about Top Reasons for Deportation by the U.S. Government
Who Qualifies for an E2 Investor VISA?
E2 Investor VISA is a legal document which allows an individual to enter and work inside of the United States of America based on an investment in which they will be controlling while working inside the US for up to two years. This visa is available to several types of individuals who meet the … Read more about Who Qualifies for an E2 Investor VISA?
Employment-Based Immigration 101
While the qualifications for an employment-based immigrant visa are generally more stringent than those required for a temporary, non-immigrant visa, there are categories encompassing a wide range of employment types. Employment-based visas are broken out into five preference levels, determined … Read more about Employment-Based Immigration 101
The Path to American Citizenship
A person who is not a U.S. citizen at birth and who is not eligible for citizenship through parentage may attain American citizenship by first becoming a permanent legal resident of the United States and then pursuing the naturalization process. Because some of the requirements for citizenship … Read more about The Path to American Citizenship
What is an Immigrant Visa?
Although there are many subcategories, U.S. visas fall into two basic categories: immigrant and nonimmigrant visas. Determining which type of visa is appropriate to your situation and successfully navigating the process can be complicated, and consulting an experienced immigration lawyer should be … Read more about What is an Immigrant Visa?
How a Republican Controlled House Will Affect Immigration
While much of the public's attention is centered around the upcoming presidential election, the House and Senate too will play a major role next year in shaping policy on many controversial issues, including immigration. Republicans currently control both houses of Congress, and there's a real … Read more about How a Republican Controlled House Will Affect Immigration
Donald Trump’s Presidential Immigration Platform
"Illegal immigration and broken visa programs take jobs directly from Hispanic workers living here lawfully today. Illegal immigration also brings with it massive crime and massive drugs." Donald Trumps Presidential Immigration Platform That's what Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said … Read more about Donald Trump’s Presidential Immigration Platform
Hillary Clinton’s Presidential Immigration Platform
Immigration is one of the most talked about -- and most contentious -- issues this election season. While Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's often controversial comments on immigration policy have drawn the attention of the media and the general public alike, Democratic challenger … Read more about Hillary Clinton’s Presidential Immigration Platform
What is a Targeted Employment Area?
The EB-5 visa program promises legal, permanent residency to foreigners who make a capital investment — generally at least a million dollars — in a commercial enterprise that will yield at least ten domestic, full-time jobs. Yet while the minimum qualifying investment is usually $1 million, there … Read more about What is a Targeted Employment Area?