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ByJeremy Richards
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Starting December 15, 2025, the U.S. State Department will expand online presence screening to all H-1B visa applicants and H-4 dependents. Applicants must set social media profiles to public to support enhanced vetting during consular processing.
ByChristine Jurusik
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Are you a Canadian spouse or child of an L-1 visa holder? Here’s how you can apply for the L-2 dependent visa, including eligibility, required documents, and work authorization options.
ByJeremy Richards
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If you’re in the U.S. on a TN visa, your spouse on a TD visa may wonder if they can keep working remotely for a Canadian company. Here’s what to know about what’s allowed—and what could lead to problems.
ByRebecca Kroll
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When work visa holders move to the United States, their family members often accompany them. Understanding the employment and education options available to spouses and children of work visa holders is crucial for planning a smooth transition. This guide outlines the opportunities and limitations for family members based on visa categories, ensuring families can make…
ByJeremy Richards
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Traveling abroad while your H-4 EAD petition is pending can be complex. This blog addresses key questions and provides guidance on managing your H-4 EAD application while ensuring smooth travel plans.
ByJeremy Richards
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This blog provides instructions for Canadians on non-immigrant visas to obtain a Social Security Number (SSN), retrieve their I-94, enter the US using an I-797 approval notice, and ensure their dependents receive the correct status at the border.
ByJeremy Richards
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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.
ByJeremy Richards
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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.
ByJeremy Richards
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The United States offers a variety of visa options to facilitate the movement of professionals and their families. Among these, the TD (Trade Dependent) visa stands out as a critical tool for spouses and minor children of TN (Trade NAFTA) visa holders, predominantly from Canada and Mexico. This blog covers the key aspects of the TD visa, highlighting eligibility criteria, employment restrictions, and specific considerations for dependents from NAFTA and non-NAFTA countries.
ByJeremy Richards
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Certain H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B visas can obtain employment authorization. This post explains the pathways available for these spouses to gain work privileges in the United States and underscores the critical process involved in filing Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization.