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H-1B Visa Eligibility for Foreign Physicians
H-1B Visa Eligibility for Foreign Physicians
The H-1B visa program is critical for foreign professionals seeking to work in the United States, including physicians. The specific requirements and conditions for physicians under the H-1B classification are detailed in the 9 FAM 402.10-4(B) guidelines. This blog provides an overview of these guidelines, helping foreign physicians understand their eligibility and the process involved.
L2 Visas for Spouses and Children of L1 Visa Holders
L2 Visas for Spouses and Children of L1 Visa Holders
If you are a spouse or have children under 21 and your partner holds an L1 visa, you might be eligible for the L2 visa. This status allows you to join your loved one in the U.S., either to accompany them during their stay or even to take up employment or studies. Here’s how you can apply for and obtain L2 status.
Required Steps and Documentation for E-Visa Dependents
Required Steps and Documentation for E-Visa Dependents
Applying for a U.S. visa as a dependent of an E-visa holder involves specific steps and required documentation. If you are the spouse or a child under 21 of an E-visa holder, preparing your application separately necessitates gathering several critical documents to present at your consulate interview.
How to Use the ICE Online Detainee Locator System
How to Use the ICE Online Detainee Locator System
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Online Detainee Locator System (ODLS) is an essential tool for individuals trying to locate friends, family members, or clients detained concerning immigration proceedings. Understanding how to navigate this system efficiently can be crucial to providing timely support and legal assistance to detainees. This blog post aims to demystify the ODLS, offering a detailed walkthrough of its features, how to use it, and addressing common concerns encountered by users.
H-1B Visa Filing Fees: Can an Employee pay the filing fees?
H-1B Visa Filing Fees: Can an Employee pay the filing fees?
Understanding the H1B visa, associated fees, and who is responsible for them can be confusing. One such fee, the $500 fraud prevention and detection fee, often raises questions about who can pay it and the implications of such payment on the H-1B beneficiary's wage. We discuss who can pay this fee here. 
Meeting USCIS Business Requirements for U.S. Employers
Meeting USCIS Business Requirements for U.S. Employers
Understanding U.S. immigration law requirements, particularly about employment-based visas like the H-1B, and understanding what constitutes a "U.S. employer" according to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is crucial. For businesses seeking to employ foreign nationals under such visas, meeting these standards is the first step toward a successful petition. We explain the definition of a U.S. employer for immigration purposes here. 
Handling TN Visa Expiry During Green Card Wait
Handling TN Visa Expiry During Green Card Wait
Navigating the complex world of U.S. immigration can be challenging, especially when your current visa expires, but you have a pending application for permanent residency or a green card. If you're a Canadian or Mexican national in the U.S. under a TN (Trade NAFTA) visa and face this scenario, it's important to understand your options to maintain your legal status.
When to Consider a Mandamus Action in Immigration Delays
When to Consider a Mandamus Action in Immigration Delays
Immigration processes can be lengthy and fraught with delays, leaving applicants in limbo. When unreasonable delays occur, filing a mandamus action might be the only recourse to compel action. A mandamus is a judicial remedy in the form of an order from a court to an inferior government official requiring the fulfillment of an administrative action. However, this extraordinary remedy should be used only in exceptional cases.
What’s the difference between a National and U.S. Citizen?
What’s the difference between a National and U.S. Citizen?
U.S. immigration law is full of terminologies that can often leave your head spinning. Two frequently confusing terms are "national" and "citizen". At first glance, they might seem synonymous, but in the context of immigration and legal definitions, they carry different implications. Here, we explain each term's differences and significance.
VAWA Green Card Pathway for Immigrant Abuse Victims
VAWA Green Card Pathway for Immigrant Abuse Victims
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) offers a pathway for immigrants who are victims of abuse by certain U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents to seek safety and stability in the form of a U.S. Green Card. Here’s an overview of the eligibility requirements and the application process for navigating this delicate situation.
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