The priority date to file employment based I-485 for Indian nationals has moved up about 5 years for 3rd preference according to the October 2020 Visa Bulletin. If you are from India and your priority date is earlier than January 1, 2015, this is your opportunity to file for adjustment of status as the priority …
E-Visas
Should I file I-944 with my Green Card through Marriage Application?
The I-944 form is a Declaration of Self Sufficiency and its purpose is to determine whether or not an immigrant will be able to support himself in the U.S. without having to use public benefits. This is known as the “Public Charge Rule“. According to USCIS, “public charge” means an individual who is likely to …
JUDGE TELLS USCIS THAT THE LAW SAYS WHAT IT SAYS, NOT WHAT IT SAYS IT DOES
Judge grants a Preliminary Injunction barring DHS from ordering one of our clients removed while their lawsuit is pending in what it is a BIG WIN for the Immigration Law Office of Los Angeles, but most importantly, for the numerous other persons around the country whom USCIS has denied adjustment of status on the same …
Nanny PERM
Most Frequently asked questions about the Nanny PERM process
Important Updates Regarding Good Moral Character (GMC) Requirements for U.S. Naturalization
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) expanded its policy guidance regarding unlawful acts that may prevent an applicant from meeting the Good Moral Character (GMC) requirement for naturalization.
3 Tips You Must Know Before Your Interview With an Immigration Officer (USCIS)
USCIS conducts most interviews of immigrants seeking to change their immigration status. Our office has done hundreds of these interviews.Here are our top 3 tips to passing your interview
Steps to start a successful E-2 visa business
A few months ago, I wrote an article regarding the requirements of the E-Visa However, during my consultations, I am repeatedly asked similar questions from entrepreneurs about what it takes to start a business in the United States. Therefore, I decided to write this article to answer in more details, besides the basic immigration requirements, …
E-1 and E-2 Visas
Our Los Angeles immigration attorneys have experience handling both E-1 and E-2 visa applications on behalf of foreign nationals. What are E-1 and E-2 visas? The United States has visa programs in place to promote trade and investment between nations with good relations. Individuals and even companies in countries that have treaties in the United …
How to Qualify for an E-1 or E-2 Visa
The United States has active treaties with the majority of other countries. These treaties are often created to promote peace and commerce between nations. Some of these treaties are bilateral investment treaties that are specifically designed to create investment opportunities. Individuals and companies in countries that have a bilateral investment treaty may seek visas to …
