To succeed in an NIW petition, an entrepreneur can submit evidence of job creation plus evidence that the jobs will be in an economically depressed area, proof of grants or…
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USCIS measures entrepreneurial endeavors in terms of revenue generation, profitability, valuations, cash flow, or customer adoption, but other metrics can be of equal importance as well.
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it is possible for finance and investment professionals to qualify for an NIW case, but there is a higher risk the benefits of their endeavor may appear limited to the…
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An update to the Foreign Affairs Manual has changed how visa validity & reciprocity fees are determined for spouses and children of E-2 visa holders.
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We just had Diversity Visa Green Card adjustment of status petitions approved by the USCIS San Antonio Field office.
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Entrepreneurs can rely on alternative forms of evidence to prove they are well positioned to advance their endeavor for an NIW petition, including ownership of entity, incubator admission, outside investment,…
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Entrepreneurs and startup founders face unique challenges in qualifying for an NIW. This post will discuss the requirements for the NIW, some common challenges, and potential solutions.
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Tips to avoid 5 common mistakes by NIW applicants and lawyers that lead to delays and denials.
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This post will compare two fact patterns that show what factors are important for proving that a researcher is well positioned to advance their proposed endeavor to qualify for an…
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Generally, the E-1 visa applicants don’t have to show that they have residence abroad which they don’t intent to abandon.
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Scott Legal P.C. just had a green card approval through an adjustment of status I-485 petition based on an approved EB2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) I-140.
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An overview of the EB-5 job creation requirement and business plan.
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This blog provides tips for employers drafting the job description and minimum requirements for a PERM application.
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National Interest Waiver (NIW) and O-1 visa are both popular visa categories among highly skilled individuals who have received a certain degree of influence and recognition in their fields. The…
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We just had an E-2 Investor Petition approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.
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Scott Legal, P.C. just had an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for an E-2 visa.
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It may be possible to use a foreign entity’s assets as part of the investment to a new E-2 entity by first transferring it to the investor as a dividend…
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Scott Legal, P.C. just had an approval at the U.S. Consulate in Sydney for an E-2 visa.
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Getting a US green card through NIW is a process that can take years, even with premium processing. This post will go through each step and provide a general estimate…
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The ability to self-petition, flexibility in the type of work, faster processing times, and accessibility for a wide variety of professionals make the NIW green card an advantageous choice.
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Case study on how can a foreign-trained Ophthalmologist and medical scientist frame their proposed endeavor to maximize their chances for NIW approval.
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There is no limit as to how many times you can renew the TN visa.
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As of March 15, 2022, a new commercial entity can only support one EB-5 investor, unless the new commercial entity is under the regional center program.
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