Category: Study In The US

Our Managing Partner, Rosanna Berardi, has been working as an immigration lawyer for 26 years. Like many of us, she knows the system is broken – here is the first of a series of ideas Rosanna has on how to fix it. If you have any questions, contact Berardi Immigration Law today. We would love […]

We are elated to celebrate the success of our client Youssef’s green card journey. As advocates for those seeking to navigate the complex U.S. immigration system, we are honored to have played a pivotal role in helping Youssef achieve his American dream of living and working in the United States. Born in Saudi Arabia, Youssef […]

Recently, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced its expansion of premium processing for certain F-1 students seeking Optimal Practice Training (OPT) and F-1 students seeking science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) OPT extensions who have a pending Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, and wish to request a premium processing upgrade.  Additionally, F-1 students […]

The Department of State (DOS) recently announced that it is extending its policy to waive in-person consular interviews for certain nonimmigrant applicants through December 31, 2023. Consular officers will have the authority to waive the interview requirement on a case-by-case basis for both first-time and renewing applicants. Individuals who hold the following nonimmigrant visa categories […]

On January 12, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it is implementing its final phase of premium processing expansion for Form I-140, Immigration Petition for Alien Workers, under the EB-1 and EB-2 preference categories. This final phase applies to all new (initial) petitions, in addition to all previously filed Form I-140 petitions […]

If you’re a student in the United States, there are a few different ways you can get authorization to work. In this video, we’ll discuss the Post-Completion Optional Practical Training program for students with F-1 visas. We’ll cover who’s eligible, how to apply, and what to expect. This program allows students who have completed their […]

The Department of State (DOS) has recently updated its Visa Appointment Wait Times page to include estimated wait times for nonimmigrant visa applications eligible for an interview waiver. After discussing concerns with members of the American Immigration Lawyer’s Association (AILA), the DOS confirmed that it would review potential enhancements to provide more visibility to applicants. The additional fields […]

Are you a foreign student studying in the United States? Wondering how you can get work authorization? Watch this video to learn about Curricular Practical Training, a program that allows students to gain valuable work experience while still in school! This video will teach you everything you need to know about Curricular Practical Training, including […]

Are you a student in the United States who is looking for work authorization? Watch this video to learn about pre-completion OPT, which can allow you to work while you are still a student! This video will explain who is eligible for pre-completion OPT, what the process is, and how long you can stay on […]

In our Favorite Places series, our attorneys are share places they love to visit. Here, Partner Jennifer Behm talks about her wonderful experience spending a semester at sea. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, whether it’s universal visa services, a business/recreational B visa, and whatever other legal assistance you need, Berardi Immigration Law can […]