What is L-1 Visa? The U.S. Visa for Employee Transfers
The L-1 visa allows employees of international companies to transfer to a U.S. office. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and the application process.
How You Can Change from a Border Crossing Card to a TN Visa?
Learn how to transition from a Border Crossing Card to a TN Visa for professional work in the U.S. This blog covers eligibility, required documents, and application procedures.
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Understanding Administrative Processing in U.S. Immigration
Administrative processing in the context of U.S. immigration is often referred to as the “black hole” due to its unpredictable nature and the anxiety it causes applicants. This blog post explores administrative processing, its impact on visa applications, and strategies for managing it effectively. What is Administrative Processing? Administrative processing is a status that visa…
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Can you get an E visa with a J-1 Two-Year Requirement
J-1 visa holders subject to the two-year home residency rule can still apply for E-1, E-2, and E-3 visas from abroad. Learn how this exception works and when a waiver is needed.
Understanding the Three Year E Visa Domicile Requirement
The E-visa eligibility criteria now include a specific requirement for applicants who gained treaty country nationality through financial investment: proving domicile for a continuous three-year period. This blog covers the implications of this requirement and offers guidance for applicants.
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Which Visa Should Business Owners Choose: E-2 or L-1?
Navigating U.S. immigration law to determine the most suitable visa can be daunting for a business owner who wants to expand or establish a presence in the United States. The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa and the L-1 Intracompany Transferee Visa are two prominent pathways with unique requirements and benefits. This blog post explains the critical considerations you must evaluate when deciding between E-2 and L-1 visas.
E-2 Visa: Understanding Non-Marginal Enterprise Requirements
The E-2 visa is a viable pathway for individuals initiating or acquiring a business within the US. Notably, the applicant must be from a recognized treaty country, invest capital into the company, and crucially employ US workers. However, a common dilemma among potential applicants is whether these workers must be full-time employees. We discuss the E-2 visa requirement to hire and employ U.S. workers here.
E-2 Investor Visas for Executives and Supervisors
An E-2 Visa is a specific type of U.S. visa designed for entrepreneurs, investors, and certain employees of a qualifying company. Understanding the parameters for employees, specifically those in executive or supervisory roles, is crucial for those seeking this visa type. We discuss the E-2 visa for executive and supervisory positions below.
Understanding & Proving Nonimmigrant Intent for US Visas
Find out more about the importance of proving nonimmigrant intent while applying for a U.S. visa, and discover effective ways to communicate your temporary stay purpose in the United States.
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What does a business plan for immigration look like?
If you will be applying for a new office L-1 Visa or an E-2 Visa for a new business, you will be required to produce a business plan. A business plan for immigration purposes differs from a traditional business plan to obtain funding from a bank or other business purposes. When making an application for a new office L-1 Visa or E-2 visa for a new investment, make sure your business plan is immigration compliant. We discuss the basic requirements of a business plan for immigration purposes here.