Judges across the country rolled out the welcome mat for the Biden Administration's decision to nix the quotas. The Department of Justice halted the unpopular quota system in its tracks to mitigate the untenable burden placed upon the caseloads of already overworked...
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Starting 11/8/2021: New COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Requirements for Travel to the USA
Effective November 8, 2021, all travelers to the United States by air must attest to their COVID-19 vaccination status and undergo testing. All foreign nationals who are not immigrating to the US must be fully vaccinated. This includes all non-immigrant visa holders....
How can a student visa holder change to an employment visa?
International students can come to the United States on an F-1 visa, but that particular visa won't assist someone seeking full-time, permanent employment upon the completion of their studies. This does not necessarily mean that an F-1 visa holder in California or...
Proving a bona fide marriage with the right documentation
Did you know that a conditional resident and their spouse must prove, through evidence, that they have a real and bona fide marriage? This is in relation to Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence. According to experts, it is critical that proof of a...
Croatia Designated as a New Participant in Visa Waiver Program & ESTA
On September 28, 2021, the US government designated Croatia as a new participant in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). This development will allow Croatian citizens to be eligible to use the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) program, starting no...
Documentation you need when applying for EB-2 certification
In California, there are a variety of visas you can apply for as an immigrant. If you are trying to get an employment-based visa like EB-1 or EB-2, it's important to know how to apply. Equally critical is knowing what documentation you must include in your application...
Immigration News: COVID-19 Vaccination Required for All Green Card Applicants Starting 10/1/2021
On September 14, 2021, USCIS publicly announced the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all green card applicants: Starting on October 1, 2021, all applicants who apply for a green card will need to be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 in order to successfully complete...
How does the fiance visa work?
Many Americans find love with people from other countries. In some cases, the relationship may progress to the point where they decide to make things permanent and get married. If you want to bring your fiance into the United States, it’s important to know about the...
What are the different types of visas for immigrant families?
If you are a naturalized citizen or permanent resident who wants to bring family members into the country, you will have to get them a visa. There are different options available for your family members. It’s important to know what these visas are and who are eligible...
USCIS and assisted reproductive technology
For same-sex couples and others expanding their families through in vitro fertilization, surrogacy or other assisted reproductive technologies, changes by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may offer some relief. The USCIS updated its policy guidance on...
