Is the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa for the U.S. a Secure Path to a Green Card?

September 24, 2025

The United States continues to be a top destination for individuals seeking world-class healthcare, top-tier education, and a stable environment for business and investment. For many individuals and families, investment-based immigration offers a convenient opportunity to secure lawful permanent residency in the United States. Among the various investment-based immigration options,

Distinguishing U.S. Immigrant Visa Categories: Family, Employment, and Investment

September 19, 2025

When people think of U.S. immigration, the first thing that comes to mind oftentimes is Lawful Permanent Residence (“Green Card.”) However, the journey to permanent residency is not a one-size-fits-all road. The Green Card system can be divided into several visa categories, each with its own purpose, requirements, and process.

DOS Will Now Require Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants to Interview in Place of Residence or Country of Nationality

September 16, 2025

Following the United States Department of State (“DOS”) updated policy requiring immigrant visa applicants to apply for their immigrant visas at Consulates in their place of residence or country of nationality, DOS now also requires nonimmigrant visa applicants to apply in their country of residence or nationality. According to DOS,

U.S. State Department Stiffens the Bar on Immigrant Visas for Communist Party Members

September 12, 2025

This article is posted here in English and translated into Vietnamese and posted courtesy of the author, Gary Chodorow of Chodorow Law Offices. You can find the original article on Gary’s website at: https://lawandborder.com/u-s-state-department-stiffens-the-bar-on-immigrant-visas-for-communist-party-members/ Introduction The U.S. State Department has updated its Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM) to toughen the statutory

Increased Investment Amounts Of The RIA

September 11, 2025

The Increased Investment Amounts section of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (“RIA”) raises the minimum investment thresholds to adjust for inflation and ensure the continued effectiveness of the program in promoting economic growth and job creation in the United States. Under the updated rules, the standard investment

Green Card Through Investment: Is the EB-5 Visa Worth It for Vietnamese Investors?

July 16, 2026

For many Vietnamese families, the EB-5 “Immigrant Investor” visa is one of the most direct ways to pursue U.S. lawful permanent residence (“Green Card”). However, EB-5 is not simply a matter of investing money and receiving a Green Card. Instead, it is a highly regulated U.S. immigration visa category with

What is the World Cup Visa and FIFA Pass and Do These Allow Fans to Go to the U.S. to Attend Matches?

July 14, 2026

What Is the “World Cup Visa”? Many fans planning to attend the FIFA World Cup wonder whether a special “World Cup visa” is required. The answer is no. The United States, Canada, and Mexico do not issue a separate visa for World Cup attendees. Every fan hoping to attend a

USCIS Proposes EB-5 Regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022

July 9, 2026

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has published aNotice of Proposed Rulemaking that would formally implement regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (“RIA”) governing the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program and the EB-5 Regional Center Program. The proposed regulations represent the most significant regulatory update

Supreme Court Finds Trump’s Executive Order Restricting Birthright Citizenship Unconstitutional

July 3, 2026

The United States Supreme Court has formally struck down President Donald Trump’s Executive Order (“EO”) 14160 restricting birthright citizenship. By a 6-3 vote, the Court held that the long-settled understanding of the 14th Amendment, which was adopted after the American Civil War, holds that anyone born on American soil is

How Do World Cup National Team Players Qualify for Visas to Attend Games in the United States?

June 26, 2026

The whole world is watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This year the matches are being played in three countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States of America. As the United States hosts many of the World Cup matches, many people wonder what type of visa allows players, coaches, and

Guide to the 2025 U.S. Immigrant Visa Interview

An Essential Guide to the 2026 U.S. Immigrant Visa Interview

June 20, 2026

The U.S. immigrant visa interview is the final and often most important step in the immigration process, whether you’re applying through a K-1 fiancé visa, CR-1 spousal visa, or any other family-based or employment-based category. After receiving petition approval from USCIS and becoming documentarily qualified by the National Visa Center

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Green Card Through Investment: Is the EB-5 Visa Worth It for Vietnamese Investors?

What is the World Cup Visa and FIFA Pass and Do These Allow Fans to Go to the U.S. to Attend Matches?

USCIS Proposes EB-5 Regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022

Supreme Court Finds Trump’s Executive Order Restricting Birthright Citizenship Unconstitutional

How Do World Cup National Team Players Qualify for Visas to Attend Games in the United States?

News & Resources

CATEGORY

Green Card Through Investment: Is the EB-5 Visa Worth It for Vietnamese Investors?

What is the World Cup Visa and FIFA Pass and Do These Allow Fans to Go to the U.S. to Attend Matches?

USCIS Proposes EB-5 Regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022

Supreme Court Finds Trump’s Executive Order Restricting Birthright Citizenship Unconstitutional

How Do World Cup National Team Players Qualify for Visas to Attend Games in the United States?

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