by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 13, 2023 | Employment Based Immigrant Visa, Visas
Investing in the United States through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has become an increasingly complex endeavor, especially with the recent enactment of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA). To help shed light on the intricacies of this program and...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 12, 2023 | General News, Visas
The TN visa stands as an appealing option for Canadian and Mexican nationals seeking employment in the United States. Unlike many other visas, the TN visa does not necessitate company sponsorship. Instead, its eligibility hinges on two fundamental requirements: being...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 10, 2023 | General News, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas
In a recent regulatory shift, several crucial updates have been made to the filing protocol for Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker. As of October 1, 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a significant change in...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 6, 2023 | Immigrant Visas, Immigration News
In a recent announcement, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a crucial reminder for affirmative asylum applicants: beginning September 13, 2023, applicants must bring an interpreter to their asylum interview if they are not fluent in...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 6, 2023 | Employment Based Immigrant Visa, Visas
In a recent development, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued updated policy guidance to offer comprehensive clarity on the evaluation criteria for the Extraordinary Ability (E11) and Outstanding Professor or Researcher (E12) immigrant visa...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 5, 2023 | General News, Immigrant Visas, Immigration News, Latest News, Visas
Introduction Excitement fills the air as the doors to opportunity swing wide open! The highly anticipated DV-2025 Diversity Visa Lottery Program is set to begin accepting applications from aspirants worldwide. Starting from noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4) on...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 3, 2023 | Visas
Introduction: In a recent and significant update, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently announced changes to the validity periods of certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). These changes, implemented on September 27, 2023, have...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 25, 2023 | Latest News
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced the exemption of the biometric services fee as part of the application requirements for Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, beginning Oct. 1. Background On April 19, USCIS...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 20, 2023 | Immigrant Visas
Obtaining a green card (lawful permanent residence) in the United States is typically based on one of several employment-related categories. The specific employment-based green card category you qualify for depends on your qualifications, skills, and the needs of the...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Aug 22, 2023 | Immigrant Visas
The EB-5 (employment-based, 5th preference) investor visa grants permanent resident status to investors who satisfy certain criteria. With this visa, the applicant’s spouse and unmarried children below the age of 21 may also receive a green card. The visa,...
