In order to complete the process for permanent resident (green card) status, an adjustment of status is needed. Changing employers may affect this step.
Qualifying for an EB-2A Visa
Individuals with advanced degrees, a job offer from a US company, progressive experience, or a skill needed in the United States can apply for the EB-2 visa.
L-1 Visa to H-1B Visa Adjustment of Status
Many professionals choose to pursue an “adjustment of status” from L-1 visa to H-1B visa status. There are important differences between each visa type.
Difference Between L-1 Visas and H-1B Visas
U.S. employers wish to employ a foreign-born worker or executive will need a worker visa for their new hire. Two common types are the L-1 visa and the H-1B visa.
New Research Shows Public Support for Pathway to Legal Status
Although the topic of managing uimmigration in the U.S. has been a controversial issue, new research shows that U.S. citizens support a pathway to legal status
Emerging Trends in U.S. Immigration Point to a Bright Future
A recent study conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau has demonstrated that the United States is once again going through a period of significant change.
The Advantages of Immigration Waivers
Some undocumented aliens will be barred from lawful entry to the U.S. due to “admissibility” issues. An immigration waiver may bypass admissibility issues.
4 Benefits of Foreign Born Students in the U.S.
Foreign born students benefit the U.S. economy directly through tuition and contribute to the future U.S. workforce by becoming highly skilled workers.
What Are “Grounds of Admissibility”?
This article is intended to define the issue of inadmissibility as it pertains to immigration law, specific factors that could prevent foreign nationals from coming to the United States.
Helping the U.S. Retain Foreign-Born STEM Students
The OPT program program offers important employment and residency opportunities to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students.
USCIS Temporarily Suspends Premium Processing for H-1B Extension of Stay Petitions
Beginning on May 26, 2015, USCIS will temporarily suspend all premium processing for H-1B Extension of Stay petitions until August 27, 2015 at the earliest.
The Entrepreneur in Residence (GER) Program
The Massachusetts governor is proposing a new law that allows US educated foreign entrepreneurs to stay in the US and continue contributing to the economy.