Listen to this new episode and let’s dive into how to avoid common pitfalls and delays that often arise during the immigration process, and how to start a successful immigration journey this year with legal expertise.
Today’s success story is about how one of my clients from Venezuela faced inappropriate questions during his USCIS interview due to his same-sex marriage and ethnicity.
Listen to learn more about this inspiring success story, and how we overcome these challenges, ultimately securing Daniel's green card.
• Type of Case: Marriage Case, Green Card Application, Work Permit, and Travel Permit
• Country of Origin: Venezuela
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Have you ever wondered why people immigrate to the United States and how immigration shapes U.S. communities? Listen on to learn more about immigration to the U.S.!
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Do you have a bachelor’s degree or higher education and are considering temporary employment in the U.S.? If you are employed in a specialty occupation that requires a bachelor’s degree equivalent such as engineering, math, science, healthcare, business, education, law, or more, you might be eligible for an H-1B visa. Listen on to learn more about the H-1B visa program and how to apply!
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Are you interested in immigrating to the United States and want to maximize your chances of getting your visa approved? One of the most important steps to successfully obtain a visa is to hire a licensed immigration attorney to represent you and help you with your case. Listen on to learn more about some of the key considerations you should make when selecting your immigration attorney.
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Are you a foreign national currently residing in the United States, coming from a country with conditions that prevent you from returning safely? If so, you might be eligible for an immigration benefit called Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Read on to learn more about the eligibility requirements for TPS!
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Are you and your family members split between the U.S. and another country and hoping to reunite in the United States? Through a process called family reunification, you can apply for family members in other countries to come to the United States if at least one family member is in the U.S. as a citizen, Green Card holder, or refugee. Listen on to learn more about the family reunification process!
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When applying for any immigration benefit in the United States, one of the most important aspects of getting approved is presenting all the necessary evidence and supporting documentation with your application. Here are five (5) tips to keep in mind when gathering documents to submit with your immigration petition!
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Did you know that the U.S. Department of State has a publication called the Visa Bulletin that can help you stay updated on your visa processing? Listen on to learn more about what the visa bulletin is and how it can provide you with important information!
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Did you know that you can create and develop a business as a foreign entrepreneur while obtaining a visa to invest and trade in the United States, without having to invest close to a million dollars? Listen on to learn more about the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa and see if this could be the best visa for you!
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When you study in the United States on an F-1 Student Visa, there might be an instance where you take a leave of absence from your studies for reasons including personal finances, medical issues, internships in your country of origin, the COVID-19 pandemic, or other personal circumstances. If you are considering taking a leave, it is important to understand the “5-month rule” to maintain your student visa status. Listen on to learn more about this rule and how to use it properly to comply with immigration law!
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Did you know that if you enter the U.S. on a B-1 or B-2 visitor visa, you can have your status changed to an F-1 or M-1 student visa to pursue educational opportunities in the United States? If you wish to become a student in the U.S. after entering as a visitor, you can obtain student status by meeting certain criteria and submitting required documentation. Listen on to learn more about how to become a student visa holder!
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While completing a form can seem as simple as just typing in the requested information, when it comes to immigration petitions, you can make an unknown mistake that could either lead to a rejection of your petition or lead to delays. We often get questions about important things to consider when petitioning for a visa for your spouse. Listen to learn more about five (5) mistakes to avoid in the process.
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If you are in the United States on an O-1 Visa and there are significant changes in your employment or it is terminated, you might be wondering how this will affect your visa status. When you are in the U.S. on an O-1 Visa, it’s important to understand the terms of employment you are bound to so that you can adjust accordingly if your employment changes. Listen on to learn more about what to do when your employment situation changes while you are on an O-1 visa!
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Did you know that as an O-1 Visa holder, you can have immediate family members or assistants accompany you when you come to the United States? Key assistants to O-1 Visa holders have the opportunity to join them in the U.S. on an O-2 Visa, and family members of O-1 and O-2 Visa holders can obtain an O-3 Visa to stay with their loved ones. Listen on to learn how to bring important people in your life and/or people who provide critical support to your career with you to the U.S. when you are here on your O-Visa!
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Are you an immigrant who is a victim ofa crime? And have you called the police or assisted other law enforcement with information to investigate the crime or prosecute the perpetrators? If so, you might be eligible for a U-Visa. The U-Visa is a temporary non-immigrant visa that allows immigrants to legally live and work in the United States if they are a victim of criminal activity, have assisted law enforcement, and meet some other requirements. Read on to find out if the U-Visa might be an option for you!
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Are you employed in a non-agricultural industry and have an opportunity to temporarily work in the United States? The H-2B visa program allows for workers who are not in the agriculture industry to come to the United States and fill temporary job positions to provide labor, especially when there is a domestic shortage of workers in the U.S. Listen on to find out if the H-2B visa might be the right option for you!
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If you are seeking to transfer employees from overseas to work in a division of the same company in the United States, one of the best visa options is an L-1 Visa, which is the Intracompany Transferee Executive or Manager Visa. This type of visa has specific requirements for how the U.S. and foreign branches are related, and it’s important to make sure your company meets them! Listen on for a breakdown of the different types of company set-ups that meet the requirements for a qualifying relationship between the U.S. and foreign branches for L-1 visas!
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Did you know that there is a temporary visa available for athletes and entertainers seeking to participate in events in the United States? The P-1 visa was designed to give foreigners the opportunity to legally enter the United States so that they can compete, complete programs, or engage in other types of programs in either athletics or performing arts. Listen to learn about the basics of the P-1 visa and see if this might be the right option for you!
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Did you know that if you have a 2-year Conditional Green Card, you must apply for a 10-year Green Card to keep your permanent residency and obtain additional benefits? Within 90 days of the Conditional Green Card expiration date, you must apply to remove the conditions on your Green Card if you want to retain permanent residency. Keep listening to learn more about the removal of conditions process and how to apply so you can continue building a life in the U.S.!
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