Green Card Sponsorship for U.S. Citizens Living Abroad While green card sponsorship can be challenging, the complexity multiplies when a U.S. citizen spouse is living abroad. This article explores the unique considerations that arise in such situations. The usual procedure for most marriage-based cases involves the U.S. Citizen (USC) or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) residing...
Chris Prescott
Immigrating to the United States can be a life-changing experience. For many, the goal is to obtain lawful permanent resident status, often referred to as a green card. One of the primary pathways to achieving this status is through the process known as “adjustment of status.” In this article, we will address some frequently asked...
Introduction The Visa Bulletin, released every month, contains important information for prospective immigrants, particularly those seeking employment-based visas. The Department of State (DOS) has now released the eagerly awaited October 2023 visa bulletin. Background Prior to October 2023, USCIS directed employment-based visa applicants to use the “Final Action Date Chart” to determine their eligibility for...
Bringing families together across international borders is a fundamental part of immigration policies. Family-based immigration not only unifies families but also contributes to cultural diversity and economic growth. Currently, there are various visa options that make this reunification possible. In this article, we explore the visa options and other key factors within family-based immigration, shedding...
Going through the Immigration process can at times be confusing and complicated. Certainly, the immigration process in the United States involves multiple government agencies, each with distinct roles and responsibilities. The three key agencies that you should be aware of include: USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) USCIS is a part of the Department of...
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Travelling should be a fun experience. However, returning to the U.S. and navigating the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) process usually isn’t. This article talks about Travel tips for F-1 students wanting to travel on OPT, STEM OPT or Day 1 CPT. OPT Travelling on post completion OPT (initial 12 months) should not be...
The Patel Law Group’s immigration practice obtained approval for an L-1A petition. It was for a manager at a multinational. The U.S. entity petitioned for the beneficiary. The entity is a fine-jewelry and diamonds wholesaler and marketer in New York. They needed the beneficiary’s expertise as President. They would oversee Sales and Marketing. The main...
The Patel Law Group immigration practice was retained to obtain first-time E-2 approval for a treaty investor and family.. The investor formed a new entity in the state of Texas, to purchase part of the assets of an already established business in the United States. The purchased assets, namely a client list of the accounting...