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

January 20, 2026

A number of key terms are defined EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (“RIA”). Herein we explain the terms “Affiliated Job-Creating Entity,” “Job-Creating Entity,” and “New Commercial Enterprise.” Understanding these definitions is essential for both investors and businesses involved in the EB-5 program. 1. New Commercial Enterprise A New

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

January 15, 2026

The United States Department of State (“DOS”) has announced that it will freeze immigrant visa processing for seventy-five (75) countries citing concerns that citizens from those countries might become a public charge and require government financial assistance upon entering the United States. The directive instructs DOS consular officers to pause

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

January 14, 2026

Understanding who qualifies as an Immediate Relative under U.S. Immigration Law is essential for families seeking to reunite in the United States efficiently and without undue delay. At Enterline and Partners, our experienced U.S. immigration attorneys guide clients through this specialized area of immigration law with a personalized approach. What

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

January 9, 2026

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 the step-by-step process for both posts, so you know exactly

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

USCIS Releases New Forms for Immigrant Investor Program

July 15, 2022

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (“USCIS”) announced new Forms I-526 and I-526E to be used by EB-5 immigrant investors seeking permanent residence via the EB-5. Form I-526, Immigrant Petition by Alien Entrepreneur is to be used by standalone immigrant investors who are not seeking to pool their investment

U.S. Citizens Overseas No Longer Allowed to Enter the United States on Expired Passports

July 11, 2022

Effective immediately, U.S. citizens abroad will no longer be able to travel to the United States on expired passports. Previously, the United States Customs and Border Protection Agency (“CBP”) allowed U.S. citizens to enter the United States on expired passports and CBP extended policy through March 2022. U.S. citizens abroad

Can I apply for a visitor visa or student visa or enter the United States while my immigrant Petition or immigrant visa application is pending?

June 30, 2022

A nonimmigrant visa is for persons wanting to enter the U.S. for a temporary visit for a specific purpose, and who will return to their home country or country of residence when the purpose of their visit is finished. In most nonimmigrant visa categories, the person establishes and maintains what

David Enterline Speaks at Seminar in Hanoi, Vietnam in June

June 28, 2022

David Enterline was invited by American Venture Solutions Regional Center (AVS) to speak at its seminar in Hanoi City, Vietnam on June 11, 2022. The topics of the seminar were EB-5, E-2, and L-1 Visas to the United States. The focus of the seminar was the introduction of the new

Enterline and Co-Counsel Obtain Settlement With USCIS On Writ of Mandamus Action To Process I-829 Petitions

June 24, 2022

On March 4, 2022, Mr. Enterline of Enterline and Partners, working with co-counsel in the United States, helped file a complaint in Federal Court for multiple EB-5 investors waiting for action on their Form I-829, Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence Status (“I-829 Petition). The law suit

CDC Ends Requirement That International Air Travelers Show A Negative COVID Test

June 15, 2022

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) has ended the requirement that all air passengers, 2 years or older, traveling to the United States from a foreign country must present a negative COVID-19 test result from a sample taken no more than one day before departure, or provide

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