USCIS Announces New EB-1A Policy Updates: Key Changes as of October 2, 2024

On October 2, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released new policy guidance on the types of evidence considered for EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) petitions. This update is particularly relevant for applicants seeking to demonstrate sustained acclaim in their field, as it clarifies several aspects of evidence evaluation. Here’s what you need to know […]

Extending Your Stay Beyond L-1 Visa Maximum: Options for Extending Your Status

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The L-1 Intra-Company Transferee visa is a non-immigrant work visa. It allows qualifying foreign employees of multinational companies to be temporarily transferred to a parent, subsidiary, affiliate, or branch of the same company in the U.S. There are two main categories under the L-1 visa: 1. L-1A Visa for managerial or executive roles within the […]

Adjustment of Status: Requirements of form I944

Adjustment of Status: Requirements of form I944

Form I-944 is a relatively new form used by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services to determine whether an applicant is inadmissible based on the public charge ground. The Form I944 is required for all employment and family based applications. According to Immigration and National Act (INA) section 212, a foreign national is considered inadmissible […]

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. You are free to go abroad while your application is processed, one of the benefits of legal permanent residence or a green cardholder. However, there […]

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