When applying for an E-2 visa, investors must demonstrate that they have made a substantial investment in a U.S. business and that the funds are placed at risk for the…
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The H-1B visa is one of the most sought-after employment-based visas in the U.S., allowing foreign professionals to work in specialty occupations. With a limited number of new visas issued…
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The EB-5 visa offers foreign investors the opportunity to obtain a U.S. green card by making a substantial investment in a new commercial enterprise. This investment must lead to the…
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We are happy to announce a successful renewal of an E-2 investor visa at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The investor initially obtained a five-year E-2 visa to establish and…
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An I-140 denial does not bar you from an E-2 visa, but you must clarify your non-immigrant intent when applying and at the port of entry.
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The L-1 visa does not automatically lead to a green card. However, some L-1 holders may qualify for an EB-1C green card, which has stricter requirements.
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On January 20, 2025, the Trump administration issued an Executive Order (Protecting the American People Against Invasion) that directed DHS to require non-citizens over the age of 14 to register…
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Despite claims that the EB-5 program will end, a president cannot unilaterally terminate it. Learn about the legal process and what to expect.
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E-2 visa holders can obtain a green card through marriage, the EB-2 NIW, or the EB-5 investor program. Learn the top three transition pathways.
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A top reason for EB-5 denials is failure to prove a lawful source of funds. Learn why USCIS scrutinizes financial records and how to avoid common pitfalls.
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Scott Legal, P.C. received the approval of an I-140 petition for a law clerk.
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We just had an EB-5 green card approved for an applicant who started a gym.
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Money paid to yourself or family does not count as an E-2 investment. Ensure funds go to third-party business expenses to meet visa requirements.
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We just had an E-2 approval at the US Consulate in Canada.
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The TN visa offers Canadian and Mexican professionals an efficient route to U.S. employment, with no sponsorship or prevailing wage requirements for employers.
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USCIS just approved an I-751 and N400 petition for our client who originally got a green card based on his marriage to a US citizen.
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The Executive Order on Securing Our Borders strengthens border enforcement through expanded detention and deportation policies. Learn about its legal and humanitarian impact.
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Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in London. The investor, a national of the United Kingdom, will…
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The TN visa is cost-effective for U.S. employers, requiring only a job offer and a support letter, with no sponsorship fees or complex filing requirements.
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Learn about potential changes to E-2 visa investment requirements, including increased emphasis on U.S.-based spending under the "Buy American, Hire American" initiative.
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We just had an E-3 approval at the U.S. Embassy in London.
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USCIS just approved an H-1B petition for our client.
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The Executive Order on ‘Invasion’ prioritizes strict immigration enforcement. Learn about its provisions, legal challenges, and potential impact.
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The TN visa does not require U.S. employer sponsorship, simplifying the hiring process by eliminating labor market testing and prevailing wage requirements.
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We just had three B-2 visas approved by the U.S. Consulate in Belgrade, Serbia.
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