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20 Jun 2025

EB1A Crackdown: Why USCIS Is Revoking Petitions and How to Avoid the Trap

Are you a US citizen who recently married a foreign citizen? Well, congratulations, but now you must think of the various ways you can bring them to the US. Typically, there are two ways you can bring your significant other...
Silmi Law Marriage Green Card vs. Fiancé(e) Visa Blog Post
March 10, 2022

Marriage Green Card vs. Fiancé(e) Visa

Are you a US citizen who recently married a foreign citizen? Well, congratulations, but now you must think of the various ways you can bring them to the US. Typically,...

Marriage Green Card vs. Fiancé(e) Visa
February 1, 2022

Expand Your Horizons this Year via the E-2 Investor Visa

Among their excellent qualities, Chinese people are well-known for are being business savvy and practical in money matters. In their daily lives, and especially in their business practices, they continue...

November 18, 2021

What do I need to know about obtaining an immigrant visa through marriage?

The visa application process can be expensive and time-consuming, so it is essential to rely upon accurate information regarding options for immigration to the United States as errors can result...

November 4, 2021

Mistakes to avoid with EB1A recommendation letters

The below note by Attorney Sharif Silmi is adapted from the USCIS Policy Manual instructions to adjudicators regarding the probative value of ‘recommendation letters of support’ in an EB1A petition. Many petitions...

October 14, 2021

Can I Travel While Naturalizing?

While you are applying for naturalization in the United States, you are allowed to travel. There are no travel restrictions after completing your Form N-400, also called the Naturalization Application....

October 2, 2021

Guide to Adjustment of Status for U.S. Immigration

Have you been living in the U.S. on a temporary visa or without status and seeking to make your stay permanent? You will need to undergo the adjustment of status...

September 10, 2021

What happens to my Green Card if my Citizenship Application is denied?

Presently, the average naturalization (citizenship) process can take 12 to 15 months; some USCIS field offices take even longer, depending on volume and staffing levels. In the last few years,...

September 2, 2021

U.S. Immigration Options for Canadian Nationals

Options for Canadians to immigrate to or live and work in the United States vary depending on why one is seeking to become a U.S. resident. Some of the most...

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