VISA2US Blog

The USCIS policy memo has adjusted the language of several EB1A regulatory criteria, in some cases rendering these criteria more readily applicable to our clients.

As the dramatic saga of Fiscal Year 2023 comes to its official close, those unable to secure an H-1B visa begin to look toward FY 2024 with hope. Still others, like you, may not have a sponsor yet but are actively searching for related companies in their industry. The good news is there is still time! Next year’s registration period won’t begin until March or April. However, you don’t want to wait until the last minute to find a sponsor. If you’re not sure where to start, use this guide to help you connect with a qualifying United States employer who will handle your H-1B visa in FY 2024.

Artists play a significant role in our society, enriching our lives through creative expression. However, obtaining the necessary work visa to pursue their careers in the United States can be a daunting task. Many artists face the challenge of meeting the stringent requirements for a National Interest Waiver (NIW.) In this blog post, we'll explore whether it's possible for an artist to obtain an NIW and the steps they can take to increase their chances of success. So if you're an artist looking to bring your talent and skills to the United States, keep reading to learn more!

Before COVID, H-1B levels were significantly higher than the availability of visas. But when the embassies and consulates were shut down, and international borders were limited, so were the visa requests and approvals. This has affected US businesses relying on specialized workers to fill vacancies, but the good news is around the corner. Reports from the Immigrant and Non-Immigrant Visa Issuance organization show that these numbers are almost back to normal.

The H-1B visa program is designed to bring skilled workers in various industries to the United States to fill gaps in employment. One of those industries is education, and employers and employees attempting to use the H-1B program often connect through NAFSA. The National Association of Foreign Student Advisers was established to promote and structure the professional development of US college and university officials who lead foreign students. If you’re in this field and considering using an H-1B visa, you should understand more about how NAFSA may play a role in your future.

This article gives you the information you need to prepare for the fees you’ll incur as you sponsor an employee for an H-1B visa.

Keep these in mind when you are applying for a work permit or when you are living in the U.S. with working authorization.

The State Department has updated its guidance on categories of non-immigrant visas the agency will consider for interview waivers. The new policy is in effect until the end of 2022, meaning that waiving interviews for several international applicants is likely to become the norm as we approach the new year.

If you are applying for a green card as a citizen of a country where the U.S has expressed concerns over terrorist activity or a corrupt government, it is likely the USCIS will scrutinize over your AOS application based on your affiliation or membership with such an organization. Such enhanced vetting is also subject to change based on current events and U.S. foreign policy objectives at any given time.

A review of some of the most trustworthy translation services for those seeking immigration benefits in the U.S.