20 Jun

CIS Ombudsman’s Recommendation on Parole for Eligible U Visa Principals and Derivative Petitioners Residing Abroad

June 16, 2016 Due to the lack of a uniform U visa parole policy, eligible victims subject to the U visa cap often remain abroad, despite clear Congressional intent they be afforded entry and an express regulatory obligation to be paroled into the United States while awaiting an available visa. U petitioners granted deferred action…

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19 Jun

Choosing an immigration your immigration lawyer!

Tips in choosing an immigration lawyer. Recent news on the setback suffered by an immigration bill that seeks to legalize millions of illegal immigrants in the US among others, has once again placed the spotlight on the existing and potential problems being faced by thousands of people elbowing their way to get a chance to…

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18 Jun

Donald Trump Pro Immigration Actions Versus His Anti Immigration Rhetoric.

Immigration is a major issue in this election to the point that it is almost going to determine the outcome of the election. The GOP candidate nominee, Donald Trump has been proposing a number of very controversial immigration reforms which baffle most Americans. For instance his ideas of deporting all “undocumented” immigrants, ban Muslims, cutting…

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18 Jun

The E3 visa for Australian Citizens

E3-An Alternative to H1B for Australian Nationals E-3 Visas Overview The REAL ID Act of 2005 established a new non-immigrant visa category: “Reciprocal Visas for Nationals of Australia,” otherwise known as “E-3 Visas.”  There are 10,500 E-3 visas allotted annually to qualified individuals. Though the E-3 Visa is classified in the same category as E-1…

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17 Jun

Some FAQs on H4 EAD

My H-1B spouse’s approved Form I-140 was filed by a previous employer. Am I eligible for employment authorization? For you to qualify for employment authorization based on your H-4 status, your H-1B spouse must have been granted H-1B status under sections 106(a) and (b) of AC21 or be the beneficiary of an approved Form I-140….

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16 Jun

I-212 Applications

Top California Immigration Naturalization H1B Lawyer Bay Area What is an I-212 Application? An I-212 application is an application for readmission to the United States after being legally deported, or removed. Be aware that illegal reentry after deportation or removal is a federal crime pursuant to INA 276. The penalty includes imprisonment of up to…

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