If you're an L-1 visa holder, typically a manager or other supervisory employee of a firm that has roots abroad as well as a qualifying relationship in the United States, you may be a good candidate to transition to green card, or permanent resident, status. One way to make this switch is by … Read more about L1-A Adjustment of Status to Green Card
Applying for Multiple EB-1 Visas
If you’re wondering whether you can apply for multiple EB-1 visas, you’ve already got a foot over the threshold of American living! After all, this is the land of “more.” Products and services come with extra mass, extra time, extra opportunity, and extra service, demonstrating one aspect of the … Read more about Applying for Multiple EB-1 Visas
EB-1 Visa and the National Interest Waiver
When applying for an EB-1 visa, there are a number of different variations to be aware of, which can allow prospective immigrants to submit multiple applications. In some cases, multiple applications can often result in greater chances an immigration request will be granted via one set of paperwork … Read more about EB-1 Visa and the National Interest Waiver
Trump vs. Zuckerberg – The Immigration Debate
Presidential candidate and real estate giant Donald Trump created a bit of confusion at the CNBC debate when he denied having made criticisms of Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, despite the controversial quote under discussion had already been posted on his own campaign's website. Trump's Words On … Read more about Trump vs. Zuckerberg – The Immigration Debate
Reforming Immigration and Patent Law
Innovation has long been a staple of the United States's place in the global community, and yet in matters pertaining to immigration and patents, the next wave of innovation is mysteriously absent. Innovate or Die Peter Drucker is famous for his saying that companies must "innovate or die." … Read more about Reforming Immigration and Patent Law
What is the Diversity Visa Program?
Every year, 55,000 immigrant visas become available through the Diversity Visa (DV) program. These visas go to citizens from countries that don’t typically have high rates of immigration to the United States. Among this pool of visas, 5,000 are designated for use in Central American countries under … Read more about What is the Diversity Visa Program?
Different Visa Options for IT Workers
Given the wide range of industries and jobs within the United States, several kinds of work permits are available based on a person's employment background and future goals. It is critical that visa applicants better understand these options before they start the process to prevent application … Read more about Different Visa Options for IT Workers
Explaining L1 Visa Extensions
This article will help to illustrate the L1 visa extension process for alien workers to maintain employment in the US. There are application instructions, forms for dependents, and how to attain a green card. L1 non-immigrant visas have a life that can be increased for two years at a time until the … Read more about Explaining L1 Visa Extensions
Adjustment of Status from L1A Visa to EB1 Visa
Individuals maintaining an L-1 visa have the option to acquire their green cards and become permanent residents without having to lose the L-1 status; by utilizing the EB-1C employment-based visa, the third-party preference category that was made for managers and multinational executives. The … Read more about Adjustment of Status from L1A Visa to EB1 Visa
Defining “Permanent Employment” for EB-1B Visa Petitions
The United States Customs and Immigration Service (USCIS) devised employment-based, preference visas for individuals with extraordinary talent. Employment-based (EB) visas are preferred in rank order from one to five. Each classification has specific criteria which must be met. The employment based … Read more about Defining “Permanent Employment” for EB-1B Visa Petitions
How To Qualify For An EB-2 Visa Without an Advanced Degree
EB-2 nonimmigrant status is awarded to awarded to individuals who fall into the second employment-based preference category. To qualify for this preference category (EB-2), an individual must meet all relevant EB-2 visa requirements, as outlined by USCIS. At a glance, foreign national applicants … Read more about How To Qualify For An EB-2 Visa Without an Advanced Degree
