Learn more about the laws and regulations surrounding US immigration law, so you can stay up-to-date and maintain compliance with ever-changing stipulations and requirements.
The H-2A agricultural visa program allows U.S. employers to bring foreign nationals to the United States to work in temporary agricultural jobs that they can’t fill domestically. Applying for an H-2A visa is a multi-step process, which begins with the employer. Below is what is involved, along with frequently asked questions. How and When To […]
Learn MoreAmerica needs truck drivers. As the country emerges from the pandemic, trucking and transportation companies are struggling to hire enough drivers domestically, contributing to supply chain disruptions nationwide, and leading more employers in this sector to extend their recruitment efforts abroad. If you are interested in coming to America to work as a truck driver, […]
Learn MoreA K-1 fiancé visa is a type of nonimmigrant visa that allows a foreign national to enter the United States to marry a U.S. citizen. After the wedding, which must take place within 90 days of arrival, the foreign national can apply for a marriage-based green card. Below are some frequently asked questions about fiancé […]
Learn MoreIf your green card is based on marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, you are considered a conditional permanent resident if the marriage was less than two years old on the day your green card was granted. Your conditional green card is valid for two years and, before it expires, you must […]
Learn MoreIf you want to come to the United States to do temporary or seasonal work, you may be able to obtain an H-2B nonimmigrant visa. U.S. employers in many industries often struggle to fill temporary or seasonal positions domestically, and this visa program allows them to petition to hire workers from certain foreign countries on […]
Learn MoreA federal judge in Texas struck down Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in July. Declaring the Obama-era immigration policy unlawful, the ruling blocks new applicants but allows existing DACA participants to maintain their protected status and renew their applications as needed. While the Biden administration immediately announced it will appeal, the ruling has created […]
Learn MoreIf you are facing deportation from the United States, there are steps you can take to mount a successful defense. Below is a look at some of the reasons that noncitizens are commonly ordered to be removed by immigration officials, along with five common deportation defenses that may allow you to remain in the country. […]
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About 140,000 employment-based immigrant visas are available each year for noncitizens who wish to live and work permanently in the United States. In most cases, a U.S. employer will need to sponsor your immigration and initiate the multi-step application process. A crucial step is Labor Certification, a process commonly referred to as PERM, which seeks […]
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Many U.S. states have legalized marijuana, which may lead noncitizens to believe they can use marijuana without any immigration consequences. But possession of marijuana is still a federal offense, and immigration law treats any marijuana-related activity as a crime with harsh immigration penalties. If you are a noncitizen, you may be found inadmissible or removable, […]
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If you entered the U.S. legally and are married to a U.S. citizen you may be eligible to apply for adjustment of status (permanent residency). You begin the process by filing Form I-130, along with Form I-485, and the required supporting documents. When everything is filed properly, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) […]
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If you wish to come to the United States to perform as part of an entertainment group, you may be eligible for a P-1B visa, or entertainment visa. Below is a summary of the general requirements and the process for applying for an entertainment visa. Who Is Eligible for a P-1B visa? The P-1B classification […]
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If you are interested in working temporarily in the United States, you may be able to obtain a temporary work visa. Several employment-based nonimmigrant visa programs allow eligible foreign nationals who are sponsored by a qualified employer to work in the United States for a fixed, finite period of time. Below is an overview of […]
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