Public Charge: Why USCIS Will Use It to Deny Immigration Petitions and How to Prepare a Complete Case from the Start
The American “Land of Opportunity” myth attracts thousands of people every day, willing to work hard to build their future. It should come as no surprise, then, that obtaining permanent residency in the United States requires more than simply submitting a form and waiting for a response. Each application must demonstrate that the immigrant meets […]
Mass Immigration Hearings: How Legal Representation Protects Your Rights
There is strength in numbers, but immigration courts are using numbers to streamline their deportation mandate through disjointed groupings, or to be more precise, mass immigration hearings. In recent months, immigration lawyers, civil rights organizations, and the media have begun to warn about this new practice that is transforming the legal process in some immigration […]
Immigration Scams: How to Protect Yourself from Cons, Extorsion and More
Immigrating to the United States or adjusting your immigration status is already quite complex, without even considering the adjustments made by the current administration. However, for thousands of people, there is an additional risk: becoming a victim of an immigration scam. Opportunists take advantage of the difficulty and confusion created by immigration processes, as well […]
When Your Employee Is Worth $100,000: All About the New H-1B Visa Fee for Businesses
Businesses in the United States increasingly rely on highly skilled professionals, talent they don’t always find within the country. However, immigration reforms are forcing employers to consider one crucial factor: are these specialists really worth $100,000 each? Certain H-1B visa petitions now require the payment of an extraordinary fee that is exorbitant for many businesses […]
New Countries Elegible for H-2A and H-2B Temporary Visas
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has just revealed the countries whose citizens can apply for temporary work visas in the United States. These visas, known as H-2A and H-2B, are for jobs in agriculture and other seasonal industries. Countries Elegible for H-2A and H-2B Temporary Visas Among the eligible countries, Bolivia was added on November […]
