by SW Law Group, P.C. | Apr 18, 2025 | Immigrant Visas, Immigration News
Alien registration is an essential aspect of U.S. immigration law, established under a 1940 statute that mandates foreign nationals in the United States for 30 days or more to be registered, fingerprinted, and to carry proof of this registration. Although this law has...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Apr 18, 2025 | Immigration News
Before You Depart: If you’re planning to travel internationally, please notify the Company and your immigration attorney in advance. Sharing your intended travel dates and destination ensures you receive the latest immigration guidance based on your situation....
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Apr 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
Traveling outside the U.S. can be stressful for foreign nationals, especially if they are unsure about re-entry rules, visa validity, or immigration requirements. There may be delays in your return to the U.S. due to a cut in staffing and administrative delays in...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Apr 5, 2025 | F-1/M-1, General News, Non-Immigrant Visas
In regard to the implications of an overstay while holding an F-1 or M-1 visa, and in possession of an I-94 card denoting “D/S” (Duration of Status), it is essential to ascertain whether such circumstances indicate that the individual is out of status. For...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Apr 1, 2025 | H-1B, Latest News
We would like to inform our readers of an announcement from USCIS regarding H-1b selection. FY 2026 H-1B Initial Registration Selection Process Completed: Release Date: 03/31/2025 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has received enough electronic...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 30, 2025 | Immigration News
On January 22, 2025, the Laken Riley Act (S.5) was passed by the House of Representatives and forwarded to President Donald Trump for his signature. This Act encompasses three contentious immigration provisions that have drawn significant attention and concern. ...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 30, 2025 | Non-Immigrant Visas
If you have a criminal record or other grounds of inadmissibility, entering the US may seem daunting. Fortunately, there are legal pathways, such as the 212(d)(3) waiver, that can help you overcome these barriers. Under Section 212(d)(3) of the Immigration and...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 29, 2025 | Immigrant Visas, Immigration News
Individuals occasionally approach me with inquiries such as, “I possess sufficient financial resources, I prefer not to engage in employment, and I desire to reside in Hawaii or California. What options are available to me?”. The most straightforward route...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 25, 2025 | Immigration News, Latest News
On March 22, 2025, President Trump issued a memo attacking Immigration Attorneys and calling for oversight and disciplinary action against any attorney who makes untrue or fraudulent claims. Below is the memo issued by the White House. “SUBJECT: Preventing...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 11, 2025 | General News, Non-Immigrant Visas
As of the latest updates, the U.S. Consulates in Tokyo and Osaka have resumed normal levels of visa issuance, marking a significant recovery in operations that closely resembles pre-pandemic conditions. This improvement pertains to processing times and the...
