Today USCIS filed a motion to appeal the decision the Northern District Court of California made on June 23rd in the Behring Regional Center Lawsuit on the last day it was allowed. You may see this motion directly at this link. The good news is that since the USCIS did not file...
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Why Is Your Case Taking So Long? USCIS Processing Delays at Crisis Levels
Why hasn’t your case been decided yet? USCIS Processing Times are at Crisis Levels Millions of families, people and businesses from all around the nation who applied for humanitarian relief have to wait longer for USCIS or the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to process and approve their petitions and...
The Effects of Deportation on Children
Deportation has a devastating impact on the lives of children and their mental health. Having a parent or caregiver deported can lead to discrimination, poverty, fear, health issues and lower school performance. Between 2009 and 2013, over 5.3 million children in the U.S. had at least one undocumented parent, even...
There is no ‘EXPEDITE’ of U Visas.
USCIS is granting Work permits to people for 3-4 years while their U Visa Applications are pending. Applicants need to apply for their Bona Fide Work Permits.U Visas are taking the same time as before.
After Acquired Spouses of U Visa Applicants can apply for their U Visas:
U Visa Applicants can file U-2 Visa petitions for their spouses who they marry AFTER their U Visa petitions have been filed if they are married at the time the principal U Visa petition is approved (adjudicated favorably), rather than when the principal petition was filed. USCIS has adopted the decision issued by the Ninth Circuit in Medina...
EB-5 Guidelines by USCIS post Behring Regional Center LLC v. Wolf decision:
USCIS is applying the EB-5 Investor Program regulations that were in effect before the rule was changed on Nov. 21, 2019, including: · The minimum investment amount of $500,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) and $1 million in a metropolitan area; · State designations of high unemployment TEAs; and · Prior USCIS procedures for the removal of...
The $500,000 EB-5 ruling
A Judge orders a return to $500,000 On June 22, 2021, the EB-5 new July 2019 Rule, which had become effective in November, 2019, was vacated by Judge Jacqueline Corley of the US District Court Northern District of California – the Rule is no more and never really was.The July...
PRACTICE ADVISORY: IMMIGRANT VISA(GREEN CARD) PROCESSING DELAYS
After enduring the COVID-19 pandemic for over a year, most U.S. embassies and consulates are not operating at full capacity. Due to limited appointment availability, a significant backlog was created for immigrant (IV) and nonimmigrant visa (NIV) applicants waiting a visa interview. IVs are for those seeking to come to...
All U Visa Applicants with pending U Visas can apply for EAD (Work permit) if their petitions are found bona fide by USCIS:
The principal petitioner properly filed Form I-918, including Form I-918B U Nonimmigrant Status Certification; The principal petitioner properly filed a personal statement from the petitioner describing the facts of the victimization; and The result of the principal petitioner’s biometrics has been received. USCIS will issue employment authorization and deferred action if, after conducting and...
What is Parole for Entrepreneur?
Watch as Bhavya Chaudhary explains what Parole for Entrepreneur is and how does it work.
Types of Immigrant Visas in the US
Immigrating to the United States can be challenging. Working with an experienced immigration lawyer will help you figure out which types of immigrant visas you are eligible for. Let's take a closer look at the main types of immigrant visas or green cards available for individuals who wish to attain...
K1 Visa Lawyers Explain – The Fiance Visa
A fiance visa, also known as a K-1 visa, allows an engaged partner of a United States citizen to enter the USA legally, but only if the couple is getting married within 90 days. Once married, the spouse solicits the help of a K1 visa lawyers to apply for a...
USCIS Updates Process to Reschedule Biometric Services Appointments
USCIS announced that applicants, petitioners, requestors, and beneficiaries may now call the USCIS Contact Center (800-375-5283) to reschedule their biometric services appointments scheduled at a USCIS ASC. Previously, applicants had to submit requests in writing to reschedule biometrics appointments. For tips to help you navigate the USCIS Contact Center, see: Tips...
International Entrepreneur (IE) parole program Reinstated
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced today that the International Entrepreneur (IE) parole program, first introduced in 2017, will remain a viable program for foreign entrepreneurs to create and develop start-up entities with high growth potential in the United States. Under the IE program, Parole may be granted to up to three entrepreneurs...
USCIS to Suspend Biometrics Requirement for Certain I-539 Applicants Beginning May 17, 2021
On May 3, 2021, USCIS announced that it will suspend biometrics requirements for certain I-539 applicants for a two-year period beginning on May 17, 2021.The biometrics suspension will apply to the H-4, L-2, and E-1, E-2, and E-3 categories of Form I-539 applications if they are pending on May 17, 2021, and have...