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About US Visas

About US Visas

Covers immigration and nationality laws, as well as events in Arizona of interest to immigrants. By Tanya Lee.

http://aboutusvisas.com/
  • Sep 19

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival

    Top 11 Filing Tips for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival
    President Obama and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced that certain foreign nationals who were brought to the U.S. before the age of 16, and who were under age 31 as of June 15, 2012, can apply for protection…
  • Jul 26

    DREAMer Deferred Action Applications Begin August 15, 2012

    DREAMer Deferred Action Applications Begin August 15, 2012
    Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano recently testified before Congress about the Deferred Action for DREAMers program that was announced by President Obama on June 15, 2012.  In her testimony she provided the…
  • Jul 18

    How to Prepare Now For Your Spouse's U.S. Green Card or Immigrant Visa Application

    How to Prepare Now For Your Spouse's U.S. Green Card or Immigrant Visa Application
    Most international couples seeking a U.S. green card or immigrant visa fall into one of three categories:
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About US Visas

About US Visas

Covers immigration and citizenship. By the Law Office of Tanya M. Lee.

http://aboutusvisas.com/blog/
  • May 28

    The Immigration Reform Bill and its Effect on Family Reunification

    The Immigration Reform Bill and its Effect on Family Reunification
    Last month, the Senate’s Gang of Eight released its long-awaited immigration reform bill. Entitled the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013, it has been hailed as a response to a plethora…
  • May 21

    Top 5 Best Evidence for K-1 Fiance Visa In-Person Meeting Requirement

    Top 5 Best Evidence for K-1 Fiance Visa In-Person Meeting Requirement
    To be approved for a K-1 fiance visa, a couple must submit evidence to establish that they - a U.S. citizen petitioner and foreign national beneficiary – have personally met at the same location at the same…
  • Mar 14

    Should You Practice Immigration Law

    Should You Practice Immigration Law
    Immigration is one of the hottest topics in the news today, particularly as it relates to politics and elections. The idea of practicing immigration law, particularly with the lure of loads of potential clients if/when Comprehensive…
Rank this Week: 2028

Altro & Associates Blog

Altro & Associates Blog

Covers Canadian immigration news and laws.

http://www.altrolaw.com
  • Jun 18

    Matt C. Altro Featured in the Montreal Gazette Tuesday, June 18, 2013

    Matt C. Altro Featured in the Montreal Gazette Tuesday, June 18, 2013
    Matt C. Altro is a contributor to Paul Delean’s business column in the Montreal Gazette. Click here to view the article online or scroll down to read Matt’s answer to the fifth question. Tax strategy: Clearing up confusion about…
  • Jun 12

    The New U.S. Immigration Bill – Impacts to Canadians Spending More Time in the U.S.

    The New U.S. Immigration Bill – Impacts to Canadians Spending More Time in the U.S.
    In recent weeks, there has been extensive news coverage on the Gang of Eight’s U.S. Immigration reform bill. If the new bill were to pass, U.S. Immigration (USCIS) would extend the amount of days a Canadian can spend in the U.S. from…
  • Jun 7

    Jason S. Ansel Interviewed on TV Cogeco “From Selling to Sold”

    Jason S. Ansel Interviewed on TV Cogeco “From Selling to Sold”
    Ontario & Quebec lawyer Jason S. Ansel works in the firm’s Toronto office and often represents Altro Levy at various seminars and specializes in cross-border planning and real estate. Jason was the invited guest on the TV show…
Rank this Week: 1176

ARG Immigration Law Blog

ARG Immigration Law Blog

Covers the transition from student status and worker status to legal permanent residency and/or citizenship. By Amanda R. Goodman.

http://arg-immigration.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 2

    It's H-1B Season...

    It's H-1B Season...
    The law permits employers to submit 85,000 cap-subject H-1B petitions for foreign-born professional employees each fiscal year. This year, the USCIS will start accepting H-1B petitions subject to the numerical cap starting on Monday, April …
  • Feb 11

    The H-1B "CAP-GAP" and the F-1 Student

    The H-1B "CAP-GAP" and the F-1 Student
    The cap of 65,000 H-1B petitions for FY2011 has been reached. As a result, one must wait to apply for H-1B status under the new quota for FY2012, starting October 1, 2011. The earliest an H-1B petition can be filed for the new fiscal year is…
  • Jun 14

    Demystifying Options for Student-Artist

    Demystifying Options for Student-Artist
    For students working in the arts, whether as performers, musicians, visual artists or technical personnel, the progression of immigration options from your F-1 status can be riddled with complexities. Of course it is not possible to describe…
Rank this Week: 4077

Arizona Immigration Law

Arizona Immigration Law

By Ariano & Reppucci.

http://www.arizonaimmigrationhelp.com/immigration-law-blog/
  • Aug 22

    Crimes and Immigration: Threatening or Intimidating

    Crimes and Immigration: Threatening or Intimidating
    Another week is here. Happy Monday everyone! Hopefully everyone had a great weekend and is out and about to enjoy the summer. Today’s topic is the crime of threatening or intimidating codified in ARS § 13-1202. ARS § 13-1202 states, “A…
  • Aug 22

    Perjury and Immigration: Just Don’t Lie

    Perjury and Immigration: Just Don’t Lie
    It’s almost Friday! That should put everyone is a great mood. I know it puts me in a great mood. But, I should lie, for me every day is a great day when I get to talk immigration law. Today’s topic is Perjury and False Swearing. A person…
  • Aug 22

    Crimes, Crimes, and More Crimes: Forgery and Immigration

    Crimes, Crimes, and More Crimes: Forgery and Immigration
    Hope everyone is doing well out there in the blogosphere. Today, as we have done for the past week, we are going to continue on our journey of crimes and their immigration consequences. Today’s topic is forgery (A.R.S. 13-2002).
Rank this Week: 3565

Articles on Immigration -…

Articles on Immigration - International Child Advocacy - Human Rights

By Ama Appiah.

http://lawofficeofamanappiah.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 19

    Americans Abroad Giving Up Citizenship Because of Tax Requirement

    Americans Abroad Giving Up Citizenship Because of Tax Requirement
    According to the article below, more and more ex patriated Americans are giving up their citizenship because of the tax requirements imposed on them by U.S. tax laws.  Although the number giving up their citizenship is not astounding, the…
  • Apr 18

    Human Rights Violations Continue in Bahrain

    Human Rights Violations Continue in Bahrain
    Despite previous reports of reform in Bahrain, the following article reports that human rights violations continue to occur against anti-government protestors and detainees.  Read the full story below.
  • Apr 18

    Undocumented Immigrant Passes FL Bar Exam but Can't Practice Law

    Undocumented Immigrant Passes FL Bar Exam but Can't Practice Law
    An undocumented immigrant that successfully completed the FL bar exam, is unable to be admitted to the state bar to practice law because of his immigration status.  Read the complete story below.
Rank this Week: 1628

Atlanta Employment & Injury Lawyer…

Atlanta Employment & Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration and personal injury law in Georgia. By Betts & Associates.

http://www.bettslaw.net/
Rank this Week: 3894

Austin Immigration Lawyer Blog

Austin Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration news and family-based immigration law. By Lyttle Law Firm, PLLC.

http://www.austinimmigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 14

    Seventh Circuit Vacates BIA Denial of Asylum Decision for Chinese National

    Seventh Circuit Vacates BIA Denial of Asylum Decision for Chinese National
    Many immigrants come to the United States seeking asylum for political or religious reasons. As a veteran immigration attorney, I have represented many of these beleaguered parties and retain avid interest in the rulings of the courts…
  • Jun 12

    Immigration Reform Efforts Benefit from Big Business Support

    Immigration Reform Efforts Benefit from Big Business Support
    As the U.S. Congress continues in its efforts to produce comprehensive immigration reform, I am eager to learn about any new laws that will provide benefits to the many immigrants who wish to become productive members of American society as…
  • Jun 10

    Governor Rick Scott's Veto of DACA Driver Bill Sparks Democratic Outrage

    Governor Rick Scott's Veto of DACA Driver Bill Sparks Democratic Outrage
    As an immigration attorney in Austin, I must remain apprised of major developments within the immigration community. One of the biggest events within many immigrant communities was the enactment of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.…
Rank this Week: 1707

Bardavid Law

Bardavid Law

Covers current trends in immigration law. By Joshua Bardavid and Bardavid Law.

http://www.bardavidlaw.com/blog
  • Apr 17

    Mark Noferi on the Proposed Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill

    Mark Noferi on the Proposed Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill
    Prof. Mark Noferi from Brooklyn Law School has a really good summary of the new bill’s provisions relating to appointed counsel, detention, bond, and stipulated removal provisions. Follow this link to read it.  
  • Apr 17

    Immigration Reform Bill

    Immigration Reform Bill
    Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal A so-called comprehensive immigration reform bill has been proposed.  It is over 800-pages long and, if passed, will drastically alter the legal and human landscape of the U.S.  From the…
  • Apr 6

    Two Wrongs Take Away Right

    Two Wrongs Take Away Right
     We’ve written before about the frightening number of ineffective lawyers in the immigration field.
Rank this Week: 3720

Bilingual Minnesota Attorney Blog

Bilingual Minnesota Attorney Blog

Provides immigration law and criminal law information in Spanish. By Tamara Caban-Ramirez.

http://bilingualmnattorney.wordpress.com
  • Apr 3

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA NICARAGÜENSES – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA NICARAGÜENSES – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013
    El Servicio de Inmigración anunció que extenderían el estatus de TPS, por sus siglas en inglés, a nicaragüenses. La fecha límite es el lunes, 3 de junio del 2013. De no re-inscribirse, perderá…
  • Apr 3

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA HONDUREÑOS – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013

    EXTENSIÓN DE TPS PARA HONDUREÑOS – FECHA LIMITE 3 DE JUNIO DE 2013
    El Servicio de Inmigración anunció que extenderían el estatus de TPS, por sus siglas en inglés, a hondureños. La fecha límite es el lunes, 3 de junio del 2013. De no re-inscribirse, perderá sus…
  • Jan 2

    2012 in review

    2012 in review
    The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: 600 people reached the top of Mt. Everest in 2012. This blog got about 9,600 views in 2012. If every person who reached the top of…
Rank this Week: 4756

Border Immigration Lawyer Blog

Border Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers US immigraiton issues, focusing on those that typically arise at a US land border point-of-entry relating to admissibility. By Sarah E. Murphy.

http://www.borderimmigrationlawyer.com/home/
  • Jun 18

    Do I have a 5-year bar to the U.S.?

    Do I have a 5-year bar to the U.S.?
    QUESTION: Six months ago, I was asked to withdraw my application to enter the U.S. and my B1 visa was cancelled.  I was told to apply for a different visa.  Then, a month ago I received a job offer from a company in the U.S.  I…
  • Feb 6

    Do I need to reapply for the I-212 waiver?

    Do I need to reapply for the I-212 waiver?
    QUESTION:  I am Canadian and was expedited removed from the U.S. and charged with fraud in 2010.  I later filed Form I-192 and Form I-212.  Both were approved.  Form I-192 was approved for one year and is expiring…
  • Jan 30

    New Report on Border Patrol Practices in Upstate New York

    New Report on Border Patrol Practices in Upstate New York
    A new report from Families for Freedom in collaboration with New York University (NYU) Immigrant Rights Clinic entitled, “Uncovering USBP: Bonus Programs for United States Border Patrol Agents and the Arrest of Lawfully Present…
Rank this Week: 3618

Boston Immigration and Nationality…

Boston Immigration and Nationality Blog

Covers immigration law topics in English and Portuguese. By Joshua Paulin.

http://bostonimmigrationblog.com
Rank this Week: 4644

Boston Immigration Lawyer Blog

Boston Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law. By Michael M. Harrington.

http://www.bostonimmigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 16

    Cost benefit analysis of voluntary departure

    Cost benefit analysis of voluntary departure
    As an immigration attorney, I do everything possible to save my clients from deportation. If a years old criminal conviction disqualifies one of my clients for a cancellation of removal, then I try to vacate it. I have the background in…
  • Apr 14

    Immigrating to the United States Without a Family or Employer Sponsor

    Immigrating to the United States Without a Family or Employer Sponsor
    There are creative ways for foreign nationals to immigrate to the United States without needing a sponsor. In this post, I will discuss how the L-1 non-immigrant visa and EB-1C immigrant visa categories are used by enterprising foreign…
  • Mar 28

    Release on immigration bond: the best first step to remaining in the United State

    Release on immigration bond: the best first step to remaining in the United State
    In this post, I will discuss how to prepare for an immigration bond hearing. Immigration bond is basically bail: an amount of money that must be paid in exchange for the foreign national's release from jail. The money will be returned if…
Rank this Week: 2433

Business Immigration Post

Business Immigration Post

Covers business immigration law and employment-based visas. By Kramer Levin.

http://blogs.kramerlevin.com/businessimmigrationpostblog/
  • Dec 5

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law
    I.          New Legislation Introduced to Retain Foreign Talent   Over the past few months, a number of bills have been introduced that are designed to help employers recruit and retain…
  • Sep 20

    Diversity Visa (Green Card) Lottery

    Diversity Visa (Green Card) Lottery
    The Department of State recently announced the opening of the registration period for the DV-2014 Diversity Visa lottery. This year, the Diversity Visa lottery allows a maximum of 50,000 "diversity immigrants" to obtain permanent residence in…
  • Sep 13

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law

    Recent Developments in Business Immigration Law
    State Department Update on Visa Demand and Priority Dates The Department of State has issued the October Visa Bulletin, reporting that priority dates in the EB-2 (advanced degree holders) India category will move only to September 1, 2004.…
Rank this Week: 4043

California Immigration Lawyer Blog

California Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law, asylum, and public benefits. By The Law Office of Geri Kahn.

http://www.californiaimmigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • Apr 24

    License requirements for H-1B employees in California

    License requirements for H-1B employees in California
    In order to obtain a H-1B visa, a potential employee is required to show that he or she has an unrestricted state license, registration or certification which authorizes him or her to fully practice the specialty occupation and be…
  • Apr 14

    The fees don't seem to end - USCIS immigrant filng fee

    The fees don't seem to end - USCIS immigrant filng fee
    When people start to file immigrant petitions with US Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS"), they realize that there is a fee for every part in the process. There is a fee for the relative petition paid to USCIS, and a fee for the…
  • Apr 8

    Are original signatures required on USCIS forms?

    Are original signatures required on USCIS forms?
    Being close to Silicon Valley, and in this day and age, you would think that original signatures would no longer be required on USCIS forms. Unfortunately they are required. In fact, USCIS has stated in their official blog that if an…
Rank this Week: 2244

California Social Security…

California Social Security Disability Attorney Blog

Published by Howard Law, P.C.

http://www.californiasocialsecuritydisabilityattorneyblog.com/
  • Jun 15

    Medicare Reports Changes for Diabetes Testing Supplie

    Medicare Reports Changes for Diabetes Testing Supplie
    Starting in July diabetics who rely on Medicare to foot the bill for their testing supplies may see some changes in how those supplies are delivered. Our Los Angeles Social Security Disability Attorneys understand that about 60 percent of…
  • Jun 14

    HPV, Throat Cancer and Social Security Disability Benefit

    HPV, Throat Cancer and Social Security Disability Benefit
    Actor Michael Douglas recently made a confession recently that caused an uproar of controversy - and a healthy amount of discussion - regarding his battles with stage 4 throat cancer. The A-lister, when asked about whether he regretted years…
  • Jun 13

    Lyme Disease Risk Heightened This Summer, Health Officials Say

    Lyme Disease Risk Heightened This Summer, Health Officials Say
    Health officials in a number of states are warning of greater-than-average number of Lyme disease-carrying ticks this year, which means more people could potentially be at risk for developing the disease. Los Angeles Social Security…
Rank this Week: 459

Canada Immigration Blog

Canada Immigration Blog

Covers issues related to immigrating to Canada. By David Cohen.

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-blog/
  • May 30

    A Bird in the Hand

    A Bird in the Hand
    This well-known proverb concludes with the words “is worth two in the bush” and it means that it is preferable to have a small but certain advantage than the mere potential of a greater one. I’ll tell you how this ties in…
  • May 30

    Second-Class Familie

    Second-Class Familie
    I was quite fortunate growing up. Not only did I come of age in one of the most peaceful countries in the world, but I got to spend considerable time during my early years with my grandparents, all of whom lived long lives. It is difficult to…
  • May 30

    Unintended Consequence

    Unintended Consequence
    Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has introduced a new regulation, which it hopes will deter people from scamming their way into Canada and at the same time benefit the victims of marriage fraud. The new regulation applies to spouses…
Rank this Week: 2330

Canadian Advocate

Canadian Advocate

Covers immigration, refugee, employment/labour, and occupational health & safety law in Canada. By Abimanyu Singam.

http://canadianadvocate.wordpress.com/
Rank this Week: 3637

Canadian Toronto Immigration…

Canadian Toronto Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers Canadian immigration law from a Toronto perspective. By Max Chaudhary.

http://www.chaudharylaw.com/
  • Sep 22

    Canadian immigration: fewer offices, longer processing times.

    Canadian immigration: fewer offices, longer processing times.
    The Processing time for in-Canada marriage cases that are deemed to be slightly unusual is at least three years.  Part of this is due to the curious transnational nature of in-Canada immigration processing.  An in Canada marriage case for…
  • Sep 13

    Canada: A mecca for the Sex Trade?

    Canada: A mecca for the Sex Trade?
    A client of mine is a pastor on a work permit in Canada. He arranged for his 40-something year old wife to enter Canada on a work permit as well. She obtained the work permit. It was an open work permit. Open work permits state, “any…
  • Aug 29

    Proposed regulations respecting Canada’s federal skilled worker program

    Proposed regulations respecting Canada’s federal skilled worker program
    On August 17 2012, Canada’s immigration Department announced proposed changes to the federal skilled worker program.  The department intends to give effect to these changes in January 2013.
Rank this Week: 4326

Chicago Immigration Lawyer Blog

Chicago Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law and visas. By Kalita Law Group, P.C.

http://www.chicagoimmigrationlawyer-blog.com/
  • Mar 27

    DO I QUALIFY FOR THE I-601A PROVISIONAL WAIVER FOR UNLAWFUL PRESENCE?

    DO I QUALIFY FOR THE I-601A PROVISIONAL WAIVER FOR UNLAWFUL PRESENCE?
    Now that the new Provisional Waivers for Unlawful Presence are in place, I am getting many phone calls from people who are inquiring as to whether they qualify for the waiver. There are many misconceptions about this from person-to-person…
  • Mar 11

    Immigration Reform Moves a Step Closer

    Immigration Reform Moves a Step Closer
    The LA Times reported today that the Senate version of the Immigration Bill is gathering steam, as eight senators working together to write a bipartisan bill to overhaul immigration laws announced today that they have agreed on a pathway for…
  • Jan 30

    Obama's Immigration Speech

    Obama's Immigration Speech
    Speaking in Las Vegas, President Obama revealed his intention to pursue comprehensive immigration reform during his second term. He outlined a rough sketch of a plan that would involve an increase in border security and enforcement of…
Rank this Week: 3946

DC Immigration Lawyer Blog

DC Immigration Lawyer Blog

By Schaefer Law Firm.

http://www.dcimmigrationblog.com/
  • Oct 22

    What is an immigrant visa?

    What is an immigrant visa?
    If you are interested in helping your spouse or another family member immigrate to the United States, then you likely are interested in finding out how you can help them join you in the United States as quickly as possible. After all, who…
  • Oct 22

    Do I need an immigration lawyer for my immigrant visa case?

    Do I need an immigration lawyer for my immigrant visa case?
    There is no requirement to use the services of an immigration lawyer in order to file for an immigrant visa to get a green card. But, many people will find the services of an immigration lawyer to be extremely valuable to successfully…
  • Oct 19

    Who is the best immigration waiver lawyer in Virginia?

    Who is the best immigration waiver lawyer in Virginia?
    The ability for your family to live together is at stake… If you need an immigration waiver, then your ability to live with your family in the United States is at stake. If your waiver application is not approved, you may be separated from…
Rank this Week: 3739

Delaware Immigration Lawyer Blog

Delaware Immigration Lawyer Blog

Discusses immigration issues, news and legal developments. By Xiaojuan "Carrie" Huang.

http://www.deimmigration.com
Rank this Week: 4228

Delaware Immigration Lawyer Blog

Delaware Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers news, information and resources in immigration law. By Xiaojuan Huang.

http://deimmigration.blogspot.com/
  • Jul 23

    U.S. Consulate in Beijing Creates NIV Appointment Availability Link on Website

    U.S. Consulate in Beijing Creates NIV Appointment Availability Link on Website
    The U.S. Embassy in Beijing is currently allowing non-immigration visa applicants to “forum shop” around China’s consular districts. The Embassy has also posted estimates of the next available tourist and student visa interview…
  • Jun 17

    USCIS Updated H-1B Count

    USCIS Updated H-1B Count
    On June 11, 2010, USCIS issued an update count of Fiscal Year 2011 cap-subject numbers. Approximately 22,200 H-1B cap-subject petitions counting towards the 65,000 general cap were receipted in by the Service. Only 9,400 H-1B petitions for…
  • Apr 30

    USCIS Issued A Revised FAQ on Federal Contractors and E-Verify

    USCIS Issued A Revised FAQ on Federal Contractors and E-Verify
    In April 2010, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (“USCIS”) issued a revised Frequently Asked Questions on Federal Contractors and E-Verify. The FAQ addresses what Federal contracts are impacted by the Federal…
Rank this Week: 2998

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

Covers the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. By Boyd Campbell.

http://eb5greencard.blogspot.com/
  • May 30

    USCIS publishes new EB-5 adjudications policy for EB-5 petition

    USCIS publishes new EB-5 adjudications policy for EB-5 petition
    This is a pdf document.http://tinyurl.com/yhrw9z
  • Apr 2

    SEC relaxes restrictions on companies' use of social media

    SEC relaxes restrictions on companies' use of social media
         The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says that companies can use Twitter, Facebook and other social media to announce key information as long as they alert investors about which websites they plan to use for…
  • Mar 4

    USCIS releases draft EB-5 adjudication guidance

    USCIS releases draft EB-5 adjudication guidance
         I was tempted to fire off some comments quickly on the new EB-5 draft policy guidance to show I am out there in front of EB-5 issues.  I'm not, so I waited, and I'm glad I did.  This new draft policy…
Rank this Week: 3487

EB5 Investor Visa Lawyer Blog

EB5 Investor Visa Lawyer Blog

Covers business and investor immigration law. By Roy M. Doppelt and Associates.

http://www.eb5investorvisalawyer.com/
  • Aug 20

    Washington Post: EB 5 Investor Visa Article: January 2010

    Washington Post: EB 5 Investor Visa Article: January 2010
    The EB 5 investor visa has been implemented for some time. The Washington Post, in an article from 2010, has details regarding immigrants investing in United States business' in exchange for a visa. The article discusses that the number of…
  • Aug 20

    Washington Post: EB 5 Investor Visa Article: January 2010

    Washington Post: EB 5 Investor Visa Article: January 2010
    The EB 5 investor visa has been implemented for some time. The Washington Post, in an article from 2010, has details regarding immigrants investing in United States business' in exchange for a visa. The article discusses that the number of…
  • Aug 15

    United States Customs and Immigration Service Blog Posting: August 2011: EB 5 comment

    United States Customs and Immigration Service Blog Posting: August 2011: EB 5 comment
    USCIS has a blog website: The Beacon. The Beacon posts blogs regarding immigration issues and a recent blog posting in August of 2011 includes information on the EB5 immigrant investor visa.
Rank this Week: 3023

Eliana Phelps Law Blog

Eliana Phelps Law Blog

Covers immigration articles, news, and laws.

http://www.phelpsattorneys.com/blog/news/opinion/attorneys.html
  • Nov 21

    Obama enviará proyecto de ley de reforma migratoria al Congreso

    Obama enviará proyecto de ley de reforma migratoria al Congreso
    There are no translations available.El presidente de los Estados Unidos Barack Obama, reelegido el pasado 7 de noviembre, ha prometido que enviará un proyecto de reforma migratoria integral al Congreso, a principios del año 2013 en el que…
  • Oct 31

    Tres documentales que muestran el drama de algunos inmigrantes hispanos en Estados Unido

    Tres documentales que muestran el drama de algunos inmigrantes hispanos en Estados Unido
    There are no translations available.A propósito de las próximas elecciones presidenciales en los Estados Unidos, el canal de televisión por cable Discovery en Español presentará, el próximo 4 de noviembre, tres documentales centrados en…
  • Oct 10

    Impacto económico en California de la ley de Dream Act

    Impacto económico en California de la ley de Dream Act
    There are no translations available.La ley de Dream Act, cuyo objetivo es legalizar la situación de aquellos jóvenes elegibles que fueron traídos a los Estados Unidos cuando eran niños, no sólo resultaría beneficiosa al asegurar un…
Rank this Week: 4413

Florida Immigration Law Blog

Florida Immigration Law Blog

Covers employment-based visas, foreign investor visas, immigration scams and I-9 compliance. By Henderson Franklin.

http://www.flimmigrationlawblog.com/
  • Jun 5

    Florida Governor Vetoes DREAMER’S Driver License Bill

    Florida Governor Vetoes DREAMER’S Driver License Bill
    Yesterday, Florida Governor Rick Scott vetoed a bill that would have allowed certain illegal immigrants who have been granted Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) under current Obama administration policy to apply for a…
  • May 20

    USCIS Moves Payment of Immigrant Fee to ELIS

    USCIS Moves Payment of Immigrant Fee to ELIS
    I recently wrote about the implementation by USCIS of a new Immigrant Fee, effective February 1, 2013. Immigrants who receive their visas at U.S. Embassies and Consulates abroad have been paying this fee through the USCIS intake page on…
  • May 1

    Rollout of Automated I-94 Begins Today

    Rollout of Automated I-94 Begins Today
    Today, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began implementation of the automated version of Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record, at air and sea ports of entry, which by week’s end will include Charlotte Douglas International…
Rank this Week: 3317

Florida Immigration Lawyer Blog

Florida Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration and personal injury law. By the Law Office of Shorstein & Lasnetski.

http://www.floridaimmigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 14

    Immigration Bill Withstanding Efforts to Water it Down

    Immigration Bill Withstanding Efforts to Water it Down
    The landmark immigration bill resting in the Senate has been withstanding the brunt of proposed amendments which would essentially water down the legislation and negatively effect countless people living in the United States. Republican…
  • May 16

    Legislature still unable to pass immigration bill

    Legislature still unable to pass immigration bill
    The Legislature has still been unable to pass an immigration reform bill despite an extensive bipartisan proposal. House Speaker John Boehner voiced his concerns about the lack of progress in enacting an immigration reform bill. The proposed…
  • Mar 11

    Sequestration Results in Release of Detained Immigrant

    Sequestration Results in Release of Detained Immigrant
    The budget crisis in the Federal Government has led to a process known as sequestration. The government has furloughed government employees and otherwise reduced spending on governmental entities. One area where sequestration has been felt…
Rank this Week: 1808

Florida Immigration Lawyers Blog

Florida Immigration Lawyers Blog

Covers immigration law, visas, and deportation. By Punancy & Cosentino, P.A.

http://www.floridaimmigrationlawyersblog.com/
  • Nov 8

    Sandy VIctim

    Sandy VIctim
    Temporary Immigration Benefit Relief Measures Available to Those Affected by Hurricane Sandy USCIS has posted a reminder to immigrants and nonimmigrants affected by Hurricane Sandy of certain benefits and relief that may be available to…
  • Jul 23

    H-2 B Update

    H-2 B Update
    USCIS Publishes Updated H-2B Visa Number
  • May 10

    Dream Act Again

    Dream Act Again
    Senator Marco Rubio is going to introduce his version of the Dream Act with hopes of getting an approval by the end of the summer. We hope that this will help millions of young people who are living in the United States with no hope for the…
Rank this Week: 4681

Forced Migration Current Awareness…

Forced Migration Current Awareness Blog

Highlights web research and information relatd to refugees, IDPs and forced migration. By Elisa Mason.

http://fm-cab.blogspot.com/
  • Jun 18

    Thematic Focus: Health

    Thematic Focus: Health
    Access to Multi-drug Resistant Tuberculosis Treatment in Dadaab Refugee Camps, Kenya (UNHCR, June 2013) [text] Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Programs in Humanitarian Settings: An In-depth Look at Family Planning Services…
  • Jun 18

    Regional Focus: Colombia

    Regional Focus: Colombia
    Colombia: Displacement and Peace (UpFrong Blog, June 2013) [text] The Colombian Conflict: Views from the Ground and the EU Response (Norwegian Refugee Council, May 2013) [text via ReliefWeb] Internally Displaced Outside of Camps and the Role…
  • Jun 17

    Refugee Week

    Refugee Week
    Refugee Weeks in Australia and UK take place this week, as part of the lead-up to World Refugee Day on 20 June 2013.  For more information about events and advocacy opportunities, visit the following sites:Refugee Week Australia, 16-22…
Rank this Week: 476

Global Immigration Blog

Global Immigration Blog

Covers US immigration law and employment-based visa news. By Jackson Lewis.

http://www.globalimmigrationblog.com
  • Jun 7

    Artisanal Work Visas as contemplated by the "Gang of 8"

    Artisanal Work Visas as contemplated by the "Gang of 8"
     AUTHOR:  Kevin Lashus. Many employers traditionally have relied upon H-2B visa holders to augment their permanent workforce during seasonal and peak-load cycles simply because they cannot find U.S. citizen and Permanent Resident…
  • Jun 4

    ICE Met with Pushback in Efforts to Enhance I-9 Civil Penaltie

    ICE Met with Pushback in Efforts to Enhance I-9 Civil Penaltie
     AUTHOR:  Harry J. Joe.  Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s efforts to obtain enhanced civil penalties against employers for Form I-9 violations has met with resistance from the Justice Department’s Office of the…
  • Jun 3

    Proposed Penalties for Employment Verification Related Violation

    Proposed Penalties for Employment Verification Related Violation
    AUTHOR:  Michael Neifach.   The Senate’s immigration bill, S. 744, just voted out of the Judiciary Committee and sent for a vote by the full Senate, greatly increases potential penalties for employment verification related…
Rank this Week: 4508

Greg Siskind on Immigration Law…

Greg Siskind on Immigration Law and Policy

http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/
  • Jun 18

    CBO: Immigration Bill Would Cut Deficits Substantially

    CBO: Immigration Bill Would Cut Deficits Substantially
    Hot off the presses: On balance, the economic impacts not included in the cost estimate would have no significant net effect on federal budget deficits during the coming decade and would reduce deficits during the following decade. Taking…
  • Jun 18

    Landrieu and Tester Amendments Pass in Senate

    Landrieu and Tester Amendments Pass in Senate
    Poison pill amendments on the enforcement triggers introduced by Senators Thune and Vitter were soundly defeated. But less controversial amendments introduced by Senators Landrieu (D-LA) and Tester (D-MT) passed easily. The Landrie 1222…
  • Jun 18

    Landrieu and Tester Amendments Pass in Senate

    Landrieu and Tester Amendments Pass in Senate
    Poison pill amendments on the enforcement triggers introduced by Senators Thune and Vitter were soundly defeated. But less controversial amendments introduced by Senators Landrieu (D-LA) and Tester (D-MT) passed easily. The Landrie 1222…
Rank this Week: 204

Guru Immigration Law Blog

Guru Immigration Law Blog

The Guru's meditations and musings on Immigration Law. By Larry Liem Doan.

http://guruimmigration.wordpress.com
Rank this Week: 778

H1B Visa Lawyer Blog

H1B Visa Lawyer Blog

Covers H-1B visas, petitions, audits and caps. By the MVP Law Group.

http://www.h1bvisalawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 18

    Free E-Verify Webinar on Employees Right

    Free E-Verify Webinar on Employees Right
    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) has announced a free E-Verify webinar on Employee Rights. This free online seminar will be held on Wednesday, June 19 at 12:00am EST (noon). You can register with the link listed below; you…
  • Jun 17

    MVP "Immigration Q & A Forum" - This Friday, June 21, 2013

    MVP "Immigration Q & A Forum" - This Friday, June 21, 2013
    We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those…
  • Jun 14

    Resources for Citizenship – Find Local English and Citizenship Classes!

    Resources for Citizenship – Find Local English and Citizenship Classes!
    If you are searching for “English as a Second Language” or “Citizenship” classes in your local area try using the America's Literacy Directory (ALD). First you choose the type of class/classes you are looking for, then…
Rank this Week: 882

Heller Immigration Law Blog

Heller Immigration Law Blog

Covers green cards and immigration news. By Paul M. Heller.

http://hilglawarticles.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 12

    Visa Bulletin For April 2011

    Visa Bulletin For April 2011
    http://greencard1.com/uscis-visa-bulletin/
  • Apr 12

    H-1B Administration Service

    H-1B Administration Service
    Heller Immigration Law Group handles full H-1B Administration for corporate clients. Contract with Heller Immigration Law Group for completely trouble free management of your H-1B lottery applicants. Get the temporary workers you need to…
  • Apr 10

    Legal Services Update

    Legal Services Update
    While Heller Immigration Law Group is expert in handling all aspects of business, employment and family-based immigration (obtaining “green cards“), we are also widely known as the friendly immigration lawyers and a full service law firm…
Rank this Week: 4618

Hernan Law Firm Blog

Hernan Law Firm Blog

Covers personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, business and litigation.

http://hernanfirm.com/blog/
  • Mar 30

    Georgia Legislature passes bill (HB 150) restricing the publication of mugshots for commercial gain

    Georgia Legislature passes bill (HB 150) restricing the publication of mugshots for commercial gain
    In a tremendous victory for many people whose mugshots are posted on websites that require payment in order to take them down, the 2013 Georgia Legislature has approved a measure (HB 150) restricting the publication of such mugshots and…
  • Jan 2

    Approvals come through for Deferred Action petition

    Approvals come through for Deferred Action petition
    USCIS has finally begun to issue approvals of the deferred action petitions filed beginning in August 2012, including for many clients of the Hernan Law Firm.  Early applicants have been receiving approval notices over the last month or…
  • Jan 2

    USCIS announces final rule to allow for provisional waiver process supporting family unity

    USCIS announces final rule to allow for provisional waiver process supporting family unity
    On January 2, 2013, USCIS announced the long awaited posting of the final rules for the provisional waiver process, a sensible solution to a component of immigration law that caused families to be separated during the petition process for…
Rank this Week: 5000

Hunton Immigration and Nationality…

Hunton Immigration and Nationality Law Blog

Provides information on US immigration law for employers and employees. By Hunton & Williams.

http://www.huntonimmigrationlawblog.com/
  • May 7

    ICE Says Electronic I-9 Programs Are Not Allowed To Pre-Populate Section 1

    ICE Says Electronic I-9 Programs Are Not Allowed To Pre-Populate Section 1
    Last month, the Homeland Security Investigation Worksite Enforcement Unit of Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced a significant change in policy regarding use of electronic I-9 software. Many such systems integrate data from…
  • May 1

    CBP To Eliminate Paper I-94s by May 21, 2013

    CBP To Eliminate Paper I-94s by May 21, 2013
    On April 30, US Customs & Border Protection began a phased elimination of the paper I-94 Admission/Departure Record that visitors to the United States have become so familiar with. By May 5, CBP will no longer issue paper I-94s at…
  • Apr 8

    H-1B Lottery Held on April 7, 2013

    H-1B Lottery Held on April 7, 2013
    The USCIS announced that it received 124,000 Fiscal Year 2014 H-1B petitions between April 1, 2013, and April 5, 2013, including petitions filed for the advanced degree H-1B visas.  The lottery, which was held on Sunday, April 7, 2012,…
Rank this Week: 3591

ImmigRantings

ImmigRantings

Comments on immigration law. By Slowik & Robinson L.L.C.

http://www.immigrantings.com/
  • Jun 7

    The Same-Sex Stumbling Block to Immigration Reform

    The Same-Sex Stumbling Block to Immigration Reform
    Since the immigration reform bill was introduced, several senators have proposed their own amendments to the legislation seeking to enhance the immigration-related rights for their constituents. Senator Patrick Leahy (VT-D) is no exception. …
  • May 20

    Senator Introduces 49 Amendments to the Immigration Reform Bill

    Senator Introduces 49 Amendments to the Immigration Reform Bill
    Almost immediately after the Gang of Eight introduced the comprehensive immigration reform bill (the "Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act"), Congress and political interest groups began debating its many…
  • May 14

    Congressional Black Caucus Opposes Immigration Reform Bill

    Congressional Black Caucus Opposes Immigration Reform Bill
    The comprehensive immigration reform bill has been the subject of much media attention since its introduction into the U.S. Senate last month. If the bill passes, it will likely change U.S. immigration law in many significant ways including…
Rank this Week: 2708

Immigrating to America

Immigrating to America

Focuses on business immigration law. By Lisa D. Ramirez and Daniel D. Kim.

http://immigrating.wordpress.com
  • Jun 5

    Inc.com Article: How to Obtain an H1-B Visa

    Inc.com Article: How to Obtain an H1-B Visa
      A good overview article on Inc.com on the H1-B. How to Obtain an H1-B Visa The employer-centric article hits hits the main points of an H1-B.  As noted before, the numbers for the H1-B visa this year is down as it was last two years, so…
  • May 16

    E-2 visa helps many non-U.S. citizens start small firm

    E-2 visa helps many non-U.S. citizens start small firm
    E-2 visa helps many non-U.S. citizens start small firms. Los Angeles Times article revisits an old standby, the E-2 visa, aimed at small business entrepreneurs. A few things to keep in mind about the article: 1) It discusses a $50,000 minimum…
  • May 16

    Wall Street Journal : H1-Bs Lose Cachet

    Wall Street Journal : H1-Bs Lose Cachet
    As a follow up to an earlier post about the plummeting H1-B applications, the Wall Street Journal discusses some of the issues plaguing the H1-B visas: Wall Street Journal:  Long-Prized Tech Visas Lose Cachet
Rank this Week: 4629

Immigration & Deportation Law

Immigration & Deportation Law

Covers trends in immigration law with a focus on deportation litigation. By Isaul Verdin.

http://deportlaw.blogspot.com/
  • Jun 5

    How To Win Deportation Cases: 3 Principles of Succe

    How To Win Deportation Cases: 3 Principles of Succe
    By Isaul VerdinAfter many years of defending clients in removal defense cases, I have found three principles that will generally be crucial to help someone win a case.  Those principles include that Respondents show the following:…
  • Mar 18

    How and When to File a Stay of Removal

    How and When to File a Stay of Removal
    What is a stay of removal?  A stay of removal is a decision made by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to put off or “stay” a person’s removal from the United States.  A person may apply for a stay of…
  • Mar 12

    How Mexican Investors Can Obtain an Investor E2 visa? Growing Trend?

    How Mexican Investors Can Obtain an Investor E2 visa? Growing Trend?
    In the most recent compilation of immigration statistics from the 2011 fiscal year, a total of 329,230 E-2 Treaty Trader Visas were issued to investors and their spouses and children. Of that number, 81,859 E-2 Visas were issued to Mexican…
Rank this Week: 5230

Immigration and Deportation

Immigration and Deportation

By Gehi & Associates.

http://gehilaw.blogspot.com
  • Mar 13

    DHS Will Employ New Tracking System for Visa Holder

    DHS Will Employ New Tracking System for Visa Holder
    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plans on implementing a new, improved system to track individuals who overstay their U.S. tourist or work visa. DHS plans to begin the program in the next few weeks, and the program will trace future…
  • Mar 12

    U.S. the Leading Destination for Several Religious Group

    U.S. the Leading Destination for Several Religious Group
    Since the 19th century, immigrants have been coming to the U. S. in hopes of creating better lives for themselves and their families. Since then, the U.S. has become a melting pot of different ethnicities, cultures and religions. According to…
  • Mar 10

    Obama Speaks About Immigration Reform In Response to Fox News Latino Poll

    Obama Speaks About Immigration Reform In Response to Fox News Latino Poll
    A Fox News Latino poll conducted under Latin Insights was released on Monday, March 5 and consisted of 1,200 likely Latino voters in the U.S. The poll showed that 73 percent think Obama’s performance in office is satisfactory and more than…
Rank this Week: 4268

Immigration and Employment Law…

Immigration and Employment Law Blog

By Coane & Associates.

http://immigrationandemploymentlaw.wordpress.com/
  • Oct 25

    K-1 Visa Adjustment of Status and the Affidavit of Support

    K-1 Visa Adjustment of Status and the Affidavit of Support
    A very common issue with K-1 visa holders, is whether they need an affidavit of support when they apply for adjustment of status in the USA. After-all, they would have provided an affidavit of support to the USA Consulate at the time that…
  • Oct 18

    Fighting Unemployment can Backfire on Employer

    Fighting Unemployment can Backfire on Employer
    In a recent case from Pennsylvania involving a retaliation claim under Title VII involving an employer who opposed a former employee’s claim for unemployment compensation who had also filed a charge of discrimination, the court found that…
  • Oct 10

    Shintech Faces EEOC Race Discrimination Charge

    Shintech Faces EEOC Race Discrimination Charge
    Our law firm filed a race discrimination charge against Shintech, of Freeport, Texas, on behalf of a Hispanic worker who was recently fired.
Rank this Week: 3082

Immigration and Visa Lawyers Blog

Immigration and Visa Lawyers Blog

Covers green cards and visas. By Behar International Counsel, PLC.

http://www.immigration-visa-lawyers-blog.com/
  • Jun 5

    NEW GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE FOR ENTREPRENEURS IN RESIDENCE

    NEW GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE FOR ENTREPRENEURS IN RESIDENCE
    In just over one year, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' (USCIS) innovative Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIR) initiative has produced real benefits that will strengthen agency policies and practices relating to job-creating immigrant…
  • May 14

    COMPREHENSIVE IMMIGRATION REFORM (CIR) - SENATE BILL S. 744 - FULL SUMMARY OF HEARINGS

    COMPREHENSIVE IMMIGRATION REFORM (CIR) - SENATE BILL S. 744 - FULL SUMMARY OF HEARINGS
    Full summary of today's hearing located below On 5/14/13 the Senate Judiciary Committee held Day Two of the markup on S. 744 and completed most of the debate on Title IV of the bill (non-immigrant visa provisions). 15 amendments were passed…
  • May 8

    OBAMA'S 'DEPORTATION MACHINE' EXILES AMERICAN CITIZEN

    OBAMA'S 'DEPORTATION MACHINE' EXILES AMERICAN CITIZEN
    According to some media sources, one American's story is shining new light on an all-too common problem. As U.S. immigration authorities reportedly aim for 400,000 deportations a year, the bureaucratic monolith has begun unlawfully exiling…
Rank this Week: 3997

Immigration Attorney Blog

Immigration Attorney Blog

By Brian D. Lerner.

http://cbocalbos.wordpress.com/
  • Jun 10

    Why getting the Green Card does not make you completely safe

    Why getting the Green Card does not make you completely safe
    Tagged: Brian D. Lerner, brian lerner, california immigration, deportable, Deportation, deportation attorney, deportation lawyer, Green Card, Immigration Lawyer, inadmissible, Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, los angeles immigration, Removal,…
  • Jun 6

    New Win for the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner

    New Win for the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner
    Adjustment of Status based on Marriage was approved for client who entered legally but has several juvenile crimes. No Waivers or Court needed. Tagged: Adjustment of Status, AOS, Brian D. Lerner, brian lerner, crimes, Immigration Attorney,…
  • Jun 3

    I have been ordered deported, but still in custody and my country won’t take me. Can I be released?

    I have been ordered deported, but still in custody and my country won’t take me. Can I be released?
    I have been ordered deported, but ICE is not deporting me. What is going on? Question: I was ordered deported, but ICE is not deporting me. Can you let me know what is going on with this situation? Answer: You are probably on an order of…
Rank this Week: 3116

Immigration Attorneys Blog

Immigration Attorneys Blog

Covers K1 and K3 visas. By AmeriLawGroup.

http://www.immigrationattorneysblog.com/
Rank this Week: 3177