CHANGES AFFECTING EMPLOYMENT
CHANGES AFFECTING EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION FOR L-2, E Dependent and H-4 Visas
WHERE IS HIS GREEN CARD?
Many people believe that just by filing an application for a family member and receiving an approval will result in that family member receiving his or her lawful permanent residence aka receiving a green card.
Expediting NIV Appointments
The COVID pandemic has made international travel unpredictable. The conditions in every country are different and change quickly, making getting a visa appointment more complicated.
proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
COVID-19 VACCINE: CLIENT PRACTICE ADVISORY
Individuals submitting Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, on or after October 1, 2021, must provide
proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
Filing Your I-751 Petition
Winning your green card based on your marriage is an exciting time, but it can also lead to some confusion. Some do not expect to receive a green card that will expire in just two years.
EB-5 Minimum Investment
In 2019, then-acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan enacted new regulations for the EB-5 Investor Program, substantially raising the required minimum investment to qualify for the EB-5 Visa.
What is Unlawful Presence and How can it Hurt your Immigration Case?
“Unlawful presence” occurs when a person is in the United States without an immigration status, whether that be after entering the country without documents or allowing a valid immigration status to expire and remaining in the United States. Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, there are few exceptions to accumulating unlawful presence.
RECEIPT NOTICE DELAYS AND RELATED INTAKE ISSUES
While some people have received their receipts, it is not unusual to have to wait two-three months at minimum to get receipts. The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) will continue to monitor this situation.
Temporary Protected Status
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a time-limited status given to eligible nationals of designated countries who are present in the United States when circumstances in their home country make it unsafe to return.
Temporary Protected Status Approved for Venezuelans
On March 8, 2021, the Department of Homeland Security approved Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans in the United States. TPS is a humanitarian benefit, which is approved for those who are nationals of a foreign country when conditions temporarily prevent the country’s nationals from returning safely, or where the country cannot adequately handle the return of its nationals.