What Can I Do If I am Given a Section 214(b) Refusal for a U.S. Visa?

August 2, 2019

All U.S. visa applicants applying for a non-immigrant visa are required to demonstrate to the consular officer’s individual satisfaction that they are eligible. Since outside documentation such as bank statements, property title deeds, vehicle registration, letters of recommendation, invitation letters, are normally not reviewed by the consular officer unless specifically requested,

Information Seminar – What does the new EB-5 regulation mean and how will it affect me and my investors?

July 29, 2019

Wednesday, July 31st, 2019, 10:00 am – Enterline and Partners Consulting Office, 1A Cong Truong Me Linh, District 1, HCMC As you know, the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization regulation is scheduled to become effective on November 21, 2019. While some of the regulation is very clear, such as an

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Regulation change to EB-5 will increase the minimum investment to $900,000

July 25, 2019

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization regulation was published in the Federal Register on July 24, 2019 and this final rule is scheduled to become effective on November 21, 2019. The most significant part of the final rule for investors is an increase to the minimum investment amount. The rule

Enterline and Partners Affiliate Office Successful in Expedited Processing for Same-Sex Couple at US Consulate in HK

July 24, 2019

We recently posted on Taiwan’s new same-sex marriage law and its limitations. In a related case, we recently assisted an U.S. citizen and his same-sex spouse, who were married in the U.S. but living in Asia, in an expedited filing (I-130) directly with the U.S. consulate in Hong Kong. See

August Visa Bulletin – Vietnam Final Action Date Retrogresses

July 23, 2019

As expected, the Final Action Date for Vietnamese EB-5 investors has retrogressed to match that of mainland-born Chinese. The U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin for August 2019 now indicates that EB-5 visa applicants from China, Vietnam, and India will be subject to the same Final Action Date of October

Are K-1 Fiancé(e) Visas Affected by Trump’s 2025 Immigration Policies?

December 13, 2025

With the return of the Trump administration in 2025, many couples are asking the critical question: “Are K-1 Fiancé(e) visas (hereinafter “fianc(é)”) affected by Trump’s new immigration policies?” While there is currently no outright ban on K-1 fianc(é) visas, applicants should be prepared for significant changes in processing, increased

Infrastructure Project, Rural Area, And Targeted Employment Area In The RIA

December 10, 2025

In the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (“RIA”), three important terms are Infrastructure Project, Rural Area, and Targeted Employment Area (“TEA”). Here’s a clear explanation of each: Infrastructure Project An infrastructure project refers to a capital investment project administered by a governmental entity, such as a federal, state,

What is a Priority Date in U.S. Immigration? A Complete Guide to the Priority Date in U.S. Immigration

December 4, 2025

The priority date in U.S. immigration is a critical concept for anyone waiting for lawful permanent residency status (“Green Card”). Because Congress sets strict annual limits on the number of immigrant visas issued in most categories, demand often outstrips supply, creating significant backlogs. Your priority date effectively acts as your

USCIS To Implements the 2025 Naturalization Civics Test

December 2, 2025

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has announced an update to its Policy Manual that re-introduces a modified version of the 2020 Civics Test—now called the 2025 Naturalization Civics Test. The update, once adopted, will apply to applications for naturalization (Form N-400 Application for Naturalization) filed on or after

EB-5 Visa Processing Time: How Long Do I Have to Wait for Approval?

November 30, 2025

If you are applying for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa, one of the first questions you’ll ask is: “What is the EB-5 visa processing time?” The truth is, EB-5 processing times vary greatly depending on many factors, such as your nationality, the project you invest in, how the United States

EB-5 Petition and Application Fees Reduced by Court Order

November 26, 2025

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”)_ has posted a notice on its website that on November 12, 2025, the United States District Court for the District of Colorado issued a decision in Moody v. Noem staying certain EB-5 related petition and application fees that were implemented by the

The Importance of the DS-160 Online Application When Applying for a U.S. Visa

Affiliated Job-Creating Entity, Job-Creating Entity And New Commercial Enterprise In The RIA

DOS to Suspend Immigrant Visa Applications from Seventy-Five Countries. Philippines and Vietnam Not Included in the Suspension

What is an Immediate Relative Under U.S. Immigration Law?

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Form I-130 Checklist for Spouse: What Documents Are Needed in a Form I-130?

The Importance of the DS-160 Online Application When Applying for a U.S. Visa

Affiliated Job-Creating Entity, Job-Creating Entity And New Commercial Enterprise In The RIA

DOS to Suspend Immigrant Visa Applications from Seventy-Five Countries. Philippines and Vietnam Not Included in the Suspension

What is an Immediate Relative Under U.S. Immigration Law?