What Are Your Options If You’re Not Selected in the H-1B Lottery?
Didn’t get selected in the H-1B lottery? Discover practical alternatives like STEM OPT, O-1 visas, cap-exempt employers, and other work visa options.
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Can You Travel While Your I-129 Petition Is Pending?
Planning international travel while your I-129 petition is pending? Learn when it’s allowed, when it’s risky, and how it may affect your U.S. immigration process.
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L-1 Visa One-Year Abroad Rule for Canadians | Requirements
This article explains the L-1 visa’s one-year abroad employment requirement for Canadians and Canadian companies, including how physical presence, travel, and breaks in employment affect eligibility for U.S. intracompany transfers.
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L-1 Visas for Canadians: The Ongoing International Rule
The L-1 visa allows Canadian companies to transfer key employees to U.S. offices—but only if the organization continues doing business abroad. Discover why maintaining your company’s international nature is essential for L-1 visa approval.
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How the 2025 U.S. Government Shutdown Impacts Canadians
The October 2025 U.S. government shutdown may delay immigration services for Canadians. Learn what it means for TN, L-1, and E-2 visas, as well as immigrant visa processing in Montreal.
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Temporary Work Visas | TN Visas for NAFTA Professionals | US Immigration for Canadians | US Immigration for Mexicans
Update: Is Self-Employment allowed on a TN Visa?
TN visa holders cannot be self-employed in the U.S. Learn what counts as self-employment, what is allowed, and alternatives for entrepreneurs.
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Do I pay the Asylum Fee If I’m Not Applying for Asylum?
Many clients are surprised to see the Asylum Program Fee added to their employment-based immigration filings. Here’s why USCIS requires this fee, even when you’re not applying for asylum.
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Can You Get an L-1 Visa If You’re Self-Employed?
Self-employed business owners can apply for an L-1 visa if they plan to open or expand a U.S. office. No salary is required, but detailed records are essential. This post explains the key requirements and documents you’ll need.
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The L-1 Visa One-year Continuous Employment Rule
To qualify for an L-1 visa, the applicant must have worked for a related company outside the U.S. for one continuous year within the past three years. This post explains what counts as “continuous,” what breaks the timeline, and how staying too long in the U.S. without work authorization can affect eligibility.
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E Visas for Traders and Investors | E2 Investor Visas | E3 Visas for Australians | H1B Visas for Specialty Occupations | L1 Visas for International Business | O1 Visas for Extraordinary Ability | Other Temporary Work Visas | Temporary Work Visas | TN Visas for NAFTA Professionals
FY 2026 H1B Visa Lottery: Selection and Alternatives
The FY 2026 H-1B lottery is complete. If you were not selected, you still have options. This guide explores top alternatives to the H-1B for U.S. employment.
