Coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic, US Consulates throughout Japan have modified their visa renewal procedures by offering and encouraging visa renewal applicants to renew their visas by mail. The move was […]
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Understanding the 60-Day Grace Period for Certain Nonimmigrant Visa Holders
The journey to securing a visa to come into the U.S. and starting a new life here is undoubtedly arduous. It’s a long road and feels like a huge relief once it’s […]
EAD Cards for E & L Spouses Update
Some great news to share as the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) keeps its promise to spouses of E, L-1A, and L-1B visa holders. We previously told you about upcoming […]
4 Things to Know Before Your Naturalization Test
The journey to becoming a U.S. citizen is a long one, and one of the final steps is a naturalization or citizenship test. We understand the time, effort, and consideration it takes […]
International Travel Could Put Your LPR Status At Risk
Many residents in the United States who are not citizens, but hold lawful permanent resident (LPR) status, are finding difficult situations after long periods of travel out of the country during the […]
The U.S. Consulate’s New Requirement For Small Businesses and Restaurants
For Visa holders living in the United States who own small businesses, a recent policy change has made getting a Visa renewed more difficult. Specifically, US Consulates are now focusing on all […]
How to Extend an I-94 For an E Visa Without Having to Fly Home or File an Extension
What happens when you are a foreign citizen legally living and working in the United States, but you discover your I-94 is very close to expiring? The I-94 is your official admission […]
Brand New USCIS Policies on Spouse Employment
On November 12, 2021, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services office issued brand new guidance on the requirements for United States employment for spouses of specific Visa holders. These changes relate […]
The Interplay of Passport Expiration and I-94 Expiration
When any foreign citizen is admitted into the United States, their passport is stamped by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency. That passport stamp represents a physical form: the I-94. The […]
Adjustment of Status vs. Consular Processing of Immigrant Visa: Important Points to Consider
When someone applies to receive a Green Card, they have the option to have their immigration interview at a United States Citizenship and Immigration Services office in the United States or in […]