USCIS Updates Policy Manual on Family-Based Immigrant Visa Approvals

May 27, 2024

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has issued an updated policy guidance on Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative (“Petition”) explaining how the agency handles family-based immigrant visa petition approvals regarding correcting approval notice errors, requests for consular processing or adjustment of status, and routing procedures for approved

What Is A U.S. Visa, Visa Stamp And Visa Foil And What Are These Used For?

May 22, 2024

Quick Summary: 3 Terms to Know Term What Is It? Used For Visa Official permission to enter the U.S. for a specific purpose, issued by a U.S. Embassy or Consulate Proves you are authorized to travel to a U.S. port of entry Visa stamp Physical ink stamp applied directly to

What is the PERM Process for U.S. Immigration Through Employment?

May 20, 2024

Quick Summary — The PERM Process Question Answer What does PERM stand for? Program Electronic Review Management Which agency manages PERM? U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) — not USCIS Which visas require PERM? EB-2 and EB-3 (most cases) Who files the PERM application? The U.S. employer — not the foreign

United States And Vietnam Sign A Memorandum Of Cooperation On Culture And People-To-People Ties

April 17, 2024

The U.S. Department of State has announced a signing a Memorandum of Cooperation on Culture and People-to-People Ties between the United States and Vietnam. See the post on the USDOS website here. “Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy Liz Allen and Assistant Secretary for Educational and Cultural Affairs Lee Satterfield met

DHS Announces Temporary Increase Of The Automatic Extension For Certain EAD Applicants

April 16, 2024

The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) and United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has announced a Temporary Final Rule (“TFR”) providing that the automatic extension period applicable to expiring Employment Authorization Documents (“EADs”) for renewal applicants who have filed Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, will be increased from

How to Check Your U.S. Visa Interview Schedule (2026 Guide)

January 9, 2026

How to Check Your U.S. Visa Interview Schedule on CEAC If you need to check US visa interview schedule status, you’re applying through either the U.S. Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City or the U.S. Embassy in Manila – and getting this step right matters. This guide walks you through

What Is a Proxy Marriage?

January 2, 2026

Understanding what is a proxy marriage has become increasingly important for couples separated by international borders seeking options to formalize their relationship and pursue U.S. immigration benefits. A proxy marriage refers to a legally recognized marriage ceremony in which one or both parties are not physically present at the time

Trump Gold Card Program Legal: Does It Really Exist; Issues and Uncertainties

December 31, 2025

On December 10, 2025, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) released a Form I-140G, Immigrant Petition for the Gold Card Program (“Form I-140G”) and instructions for the new U.S. “Gold Card” immigration program. The program was (presumably) created by Executive Order of President Trump on September 19, 2025. The

Affiliated Job-Creating Entity From The RIA

December 23, 2025

The term “affiliated job-creating entity” is an important term of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (“RIA”). Under the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, foreign investors who participate make an investment in a new business that employs U.S. workers and can obtain lawful permanent residence in the United States.

A Complete Guide to the U.S. Investment Visa Process

December 21, 2025

For individuals looking to build a future in the United States, investment immigration is a viable option for some. Through a U.S. investment visa, foreign nationals can pursue lawful permanent residence (“Green Card”) by investing capital into U.S. businesses that creates jobs and contributes to the growth of the American

Understanding Form I-864A: Contract Between Household Member and Sponsor

December 17, 2025

For many family-based immigrants applying for a Green Card, a key step in the process is the submission of Form I-864, Affidavit of Support (“I-864”). This is a legally binding contract in which the sponsoring family member (“Sponsor”) agrees to financially support the intending immigrant (“Beneficiary”). However, in some cases,

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