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Category: Work In The US

  • L-1 Visa: Qualifying Relationship & Qualifying Employment Requirements

    The L-1 nonimmigrant visa category is for intracompany transferees. It allows certain individuals who have one year of qualifying employment abroad in an executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge position to transfer to a related U.S. business entity with a qualifying relationship. What is a “Qualifying Relationship”? A qualifying relationship exists if the foreign entity is […]
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  • L-1 intracompany transferees who are Intermittent Border Crossers

    The L-1 nonimmigrant visa category is for intracompany transferees. It allows certain individuals who have one year of qualifying employment abroad in an executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge position to transfer to a parent, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate business entity in the U.S. This visa category is meant to facilitate the movement of key personnel […]
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  • Green Card Backlogs & the Visa Bulletin: Breaking Down the Basics for Employment-based Applicants

    When you’re told you are subject to a green card backlog, especially in the context of employment-based immigration, it means there is a delay or wait time before you will receive your physical green card. The U.S. limits the number of employment-based green cards issued each year, and the backlog occurs because the demand for […]
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  • Northern Border Regional Commission Launches J-1 Visa Waiver Expansion Program

    On December 5, 2023, the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) announced its J-1 Visa Waiver Expansion Program. As part of its effort to provide rural and underserved areas in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont with adequate access to quality and affordable healthcare, this program aims to streamline the visa process for physicians trained […]
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  • Navigating the Physician National Interest Waiver Journey: Securing State Support from the DOH

    As part of the Physician National Interest Waiver (PNIW) process, the Petitioner will need to obtain a letter of support from Department of Health (DOH). Obtaining a letter of support from the Department of Health (DOH) for a PNIW involves several steps. It’s important to note that the process varies by state. Below is a […]
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  • Why TN Visa Holders Can’t Be Self-Employed by the Sponsoring Employer

    Today, we’re diving into an important topic for those looking to work in the U.S. under the TN visa category: why self-employment is a no-go. If you’re researching the complexities of immigration law or just curious about your options, you’re in the right place. First off, let’s understand what the TN visa category is all […]
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  • Valid Passport or Travel Document Requirement for FY2025 H-1B Registrations

    On February 2, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a final rule to improve the H-1B registration selection process and program integrity. This final rule aims to streamline the process while enhancing accountability and ensuring the accuracy of beneficiary information. One of the most notable changes is the shift towards a beneficiary-centric approach, […]
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  • Breakdown of the E-1 Treaty Trader visa application process for a national of Canada

    The E-1 visa classification, often referred to as the Treaty Trader visa, is designed for individuals from “treaty countries,” such as Canada, and its primary purpose is to facilitate international trade by allowing business owners and/or their employees to work and live in the U.S. while engaged in substantial and principal trade with the U.S. […]
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  • Self-Employment in the U.S. Immigration System

    Someone who is self-employed is defined as someone who works for oneself as a freelancer (also known as an independent contractor) or the owner of a business rather than for an employer. There are multiple ways you can work for yourself in the United States as a nonimmigrant. To do so, you must first obtain […]
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  • H-1B Visa: Why the cap? A look into congressional history

    The H-1B visa program, established by the Immigration Act of 1990, has undergone several modifications since its inception. The cap on H-1B visas—set at 65,000, with an additional 20,000 for those holding a U.S. master’s degree or higher—has been a subject of considerable debate and legislation, reflecting a balance between competing interests of protecting domestic […]
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