Receiving a visa authorization is not automatic in the United States even for those who are qualified in high-need employment fields. The USCIS has significant latitude to deny visa authorization under certain circumstances. The nature of the criminal act matters in...
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Consular processing plays a vital role in international immigration
Lawful permanent residents and US citizens in the State of Washington can bring their families from abroad using the US Consulates in the countries where their international family members reside. Consular processing is an instrumental part of bringing international...
Diversity Immigrant Visa lottery winners announced
The odds of winning the jackpot in the Powerball lottery are 1 in 292 million. The odds of winning the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program – also known as the visa lottery – are better, though the numbers can still be daunting. Big numbers mean long odds The U.S....
Biden’s immigration bill faces an uphill battle in Congress
Studies suggest that there are about 11 million undocumented immigrants living in California and around the country, and providing them with a path to citizenship has been a political challenge for decades. Just hours after taking the oath of office, President Joe...
Visas for LGBTQ+ immigrants and same-sex couples
If you're interested in having an LGBTQ+ immigrant or same-sex partner immigrate to California, you can benefit from learning more about how the visa process applies to this community. The United States began granting LGBTQ+ immigrants asylum who qualified under the...
Which doctors qualify for an EB-4 Visa?
EB-4 Visas are employment-based visas that are available to a limited selection of professionals. Only certain doctors and physicians are eligible, and they must meet strict criteria. If you are looking to move to the USA under one of these visas, it is very important...
How can you qualify or an EB-1 or EB-2 Visa?
California is an exceptionally popular state for immigrants, and with the state's immigrant population constantly booming, many have wondered how you can qualify to get an EB-1 or EB-2 Visa. Here's an overview. EB-1 Visa An EB-1 Visa is available to an immigrant or...
EB-5 visas face an uncertain future
The cloud that surrounds the future of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program – also known as the EB-5 visa – is creating concerns among investors as the program is expected to end this month, unless it is reauthorized. EB-5 visas have played a pivotal role in investors...
Biden’s budget reflects changes in immigration policy
A budget request from President Biden highlights the drastic change in the U.S. immigration policy that the new administration intends to push for. The new policy will shift from limiting immigration to providing funds to improve the immigration process and facilitate...
Four of the best ways for investors to immigrate to the U.S.
If you're an investor who wants to immigrate to California or another state in the U.S., you have several ways to achieve this goal. It's good to learn more about the various options you have, so here are four potential ways you can immigrate to the United States as a...
