USCIS allows Applicants in Employment Based and Family Based categories to use Date for Filing for Adjustment of Status in October

October 16, 2019

USCIS has determined that applicants may use the Dates for Filing chart on the Department of State’s (“DOS”) October Visa Bulletin. For Family-Sponsored Filings: In the F2A category, there is a cutoff date on the Dates for Filing chart. However, the category is “current” on the Final Action Dates chart.

USCIS Bangkok Field Office To Permanently Close

October 15, 2019

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has announced that it will permanently close its Bangkok Field Office on December 31, 2019. The office will accept applications and petitions until October 18, 2019 after which the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok will assume responsibility for certain limited services previously provided by the

U.S Federal Judge Blocks Incoming Public Charge Rule From Taking Effect

October 14, 2019

A New York federal judge has issued a nationwide preliminary injunction against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from implementing a new rule regarding how the agency determines whether an immigrant would be considered a “public charge.” The decision by Judge George Daniels of the U.S. District Court for

David Enterline Speaks at EB-5 Seminar in Ho Tram

October 10, 2019

David Enterline, Esq., of Enterline and Partners Consulting spoke at an EB-5 seminar at the Van Hoa Phat Hotel in Xuyen Moc near Ho Tram on September 18, 2019. In addition to introducing how to qualify for EB-5 investor visa and the overall process, Mr. Enterline further discussed upcoming changes

Trump Proclamation Will Require Incoming Immigrants to Have Health Insurance

October 8, 2019

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation requiring intending immigrants to prove that they can afford health insurance as a prerequisite to being issued an immigrant visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad. The proclamation does not affect existing lawful permanent residents, asylum seekers, refugees or children. The

Visa Application Processing at U.S. Consulates for the E-1 Treaty Trader and E-2 Treaty Investor Visa

May 29, 2026

The E-1 Treaty Trader and E-2 Treaty Investor visas are nonimmigrant visa categories that allow nationals of certain treaty countries to enter the United States to engage in substantial international trade or to develop and direct an investment enterprise. These visas are popular options for entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners

New Adjustment of Status Policy May Force Applicants To Attend Visa Interviews at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate

May 26, 2026

On May 22, 2026, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) announced a shift in policy in which the agency will approve Adjustment of Status (“AOS”) applicants for adjustment only in extraordinary circumstances. The policy, which USCIS says is consistent with long-standing immigration law and court decisions, will place

Can I travel outside the U.S. and return after my I-829 is denied?

May 22, 2026

Traveling outside the United States after a Form I-829 Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status (“I-829 Petition”) denial is highly risky and strongly discouraged. While you, the investor and your family members, legally retain your Conditional Lawful Permanent Resident (“CPR”) status until a final administrative order

Regional Center Job Creation under the RIA

May 20, 2026

When evaluating whether an EB-5 investment meets the requirement that an investor create at least 10 jobs for qualified U.S. workers, there is now more guidance under the RIA than before. In general, an investment in a business sponsored by a Regional Center does not require all qualifying jobs come

David Enterline receives I-829 Petition award for 2025 from IIUSA

May 13, 2026

David Enterline, Managing Partner of Enterline and Partners Consulting was recognized by IIUSA, the preeminent EB-5 trade association in the United States, for successfully assisting EB-5 immigrant investor clients in obtaining approvals of Form I-829, Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status during the year 2025. David

What is a K-3 Visa and How is it Different from a CR-1/ IR-1 Visa?

May 8, 2026

When researching U.S. family visa application options to the U.S., some couples may inquire on what the K-3 visa is and whether it is the fastest U.S. visa for family members based on marriage. Defining the K-3 Visa A K-3 visa is a non-immigrant visa issued to a foreign spouse

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Visa Application Processing at U.S. Consulates for the E-1 Treaty Trader and E-2 Treaty Investor Visa

New Adjustment of Status Policy May Force Applicants To Attend Visa Interviews at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate

Can I travel outside the U.S. and return after my I-829 is denied?

Regional Center Job Creation under the RIA

David Enterline receives I-829 Petition award for 2025 from IIUSA

News & Resources

CATEGORY

Visa Application Processing at U.S. Consulates for the E-1 Treaty Trader and E-2 Treaty Investor Visa

New Adjustment of Status Policy May Force Applicants To Attend Visa Interviews at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate

Can I travel outside the U.S. and return after my I-829 is denied?

Regional Center Job Creation under the RIA

David Enterline receives I-829 Petition award for 2025 from IIUSA

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