H-1, L-1 and J Visa National Interest Exception to the Proclamation Suspending Entry of Aliens Who Present a Risk to The US Labor Market Following Covid-19 As the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on our lives, one of the Trump Administration’s Presidential Proclamations that was initially allegedly geared towards assisting in the country’s economic… [Read More]
Non-Immigrant Visas (E, L, H1B, U, etc)
USCIS Will Increase Fees Soon
USCIS Will Increase Fees Soon On July 31, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), announced that USCIS is increasing the filing fees for certain immigration applications and it will be effective on October 2, 2020. The final rule shows that, while USCIS decreases the costs of some immigration applications, other immigration benefits like Citizenship… [Read More]
Uncertainty in New Process for applying for H1B Visas for Professional Employees in 2020
Uncertainty in New Process for applying for H1B Visas for Professional Employees in 2020 As many already know, the H-1B Visa Procedures will be somewhat different for the 2021-2022 period, particularly for those filing initial applications, including for beneficiaries eligible for the advanced degree exemption. While the basic H1B requirements and structure remain the same:… [Read More]
Applying for an H-1b visa? See what’s new
Applying for an H-1b visa? See what’s new Dear friends, As every year, we would like to remind you that it is the time to start prepare your H-1b visa application that has to be filed by April 1st. Recently, USCIS announced a new rule that affects the lottery process. As you know, the number… [Read More]
April 1st H1b Visa deadline approaching…what you need to know
April 1st H1b Visa deadline approaching. What you need to know Dear friends: April 1st is getting close and as every year, we would like to remind you that it is time to start preparing your H1b Visa application (Work Visas for Professional Employees). Below we share with you some of the most common frequently… [Read More]
In order to be eligible for an H1-b Visa
Now is the time to get ready to file your H1-b Visa applications Dear friends, As you know, the H1-b Visa (work visas for Professional Employees) allows foreigners to legally work in the United States and H1-b Visa applications should be filed with the USCIS no later than April 1st , which is the first… [Read More]
Eligible for immigration benefits?
Eligible for immigration benefits? Don’t wait. Talk to an immigration attorney now! Dear friends, After the last elections and the victory of the Republican party, there is much uncertainty about the future of the Obama´s temporary programs and executive actions, for example TPS (Temporary Protected Status) and DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals). The reality… [Read More]
What are the 6 most common Non-Immigrant US Visas?
What are the 6 Most Common Non-Immigrant US Visas? Dear friends, What is a non-immigrant visa? It is a visa for foreigners who want to come or remain in the United States on a temporary basis for a specific period of time or purpose. As opposed to an immigrant visa petition which will grant a… [Read More]
6 Types of Non-Immigrant U.S. Visas
American Visas – 6 Common Non-Immigrant U.S. Visas These Non-Immigrant U.S. Visas include: H (H1b), E (E-1, E-2), L (L1b), K (K-1), O (O-1), R, P and U Visas, and their corresponding derivative visas for immediate family members of the primary beneficiary of the visas listed above. This infographic below illustrates each of these common… [Read More]
Apply for H-1b Visa or for Employment Green Card? – BY Desmond P. FitzGerald
Apply for H-1b Visa or for Employment Green Card? Dear friends, As we do every year, we would like to remind you that this is the time to prepare to file H-1b visas. (work visas for Professional Employees). The USCIS starts accepting applications on April 1st, every year, for the H-1b visas that are issued… [Read More]
