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Changes to USCIS Filing Fees – an AILA Information Flyer
In early 2024, USCIS changed the filing fees for certain immigration and naturalization forms and also released new versions of [...]
Managing Partner David Enterline speaks on East Asia Spotlight Webinar
David Enterline, Managing Partners at Enterline and Partners, and as senior associate with WTW – Taipei Commercial Law Firm, [...]
What is Selective Service and Who Must Register?
In the United States, the Selective Service System plays a vital role in preparedness for national emergencies by maintaining [...]
What is a Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record?
If you’re applying for adjustment of status (“Green Card”) from within the United States, you have to submit Form [...]
USCIS Updates Policy Manual on Untimely Filed Extensions and Change of Status Requests
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has updated its Policy Manual concerning untimely filed extensions of stay [...]
Enterline and Partners Successfully Overcomes Lengthy 221g Refusal in Manila
In late 2021, our client (Joe), a U.S. citizen married his Philippines citizen wife (Jane) through an online marriage [...]
What Company Relationships are Required for an L-1A Employee?
The L-1A visa is a non-immigrant visa category for multinational companies to transfer qualified employees from a foreign company [...]
Lawful Permanent Residents and Other Foreign Nationals of the United States Must Always Update Their Address if They Move
In the United States, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records is crucial for individuals holding Lawful Permanent Resident status and [...]
USCIS Announces Inflation Adjustment to Premium Processing Fees
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) will increase Form I-907, Request for Premium Processing filing fees. After [...]
DOS Extends Nonimmigrant Visa Interview Waivers Through 2024
The United States Department of State (“DOS”) has consular officers’ authority to waive in-person interviews for certain nonimmigrant visas [...]
White House Announces Pilot Program for H-1B Stateside Renewals
The White House has given the approval for a pilot program allowing a limited number of foreign nationals who [...]
Biden Issues Presidential Proclamation Suspending Entry to Individuals Engaged in Significant Corruption
On December 11, 2023, U.S. President Joseph Biden issued Proclamation 10685, Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of [...]
USCIS Clarifies Sustainment Period Policy from the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022
On October 12, 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) posted Questions and Answers to announce new [...]
What is the Adam Walsh Act Child Protection and Safety Act?
The Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (“AWA”) is a U.S. federal statute that aims to [...]
What Happens If My Nonimmigrant Visa Is Revoked By CBP At The Port-of-Entry?
If your nonimmigrant visa (i.e. B-1/ B-2, F-1, etc.) is revoked by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) [...]
What is Humantarian Reinstatement of an I-130 Petition?
When the petitioner of an I-130 Petition for Alien Relative (“I-130 Petition”) dies, it typically has repercussions for the [...]
How Can I Expedite a Petition with USCIS?
Expediting a Petition (i.e. I-130 Petition for Alien Relative or I-129F Petition for Alien Fiancé or Fiancée) with the [...]
A Child Born Outside The U.S. To A Lawful Permanent Resident May Not Need A Visa To Enter the United States
If you are a Lawful Permanent Resident (“LPR”) of the U.S. and you had a child born outside of [...]
Enterline Obtains Approval Of A High Unemployment Area I-526E Petition Filed For An EB-5 Investor In 13 months
Enterline and Partners Consulting Managing Partner David Enterline has obtained approval from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services [...]
USCIS Clarifies That The Owner Of A Sole Proprietorship Owner May Not Self-Petition For An L-1 Visa
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has issued policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual clarifying that a [...]
USCIS Issuing Five-Year Advance Parole to Applicants Who May Be Eligible for Five-Year EADs
American Immigration Lawyers Association (“AILA”) members, of whom Enterline and Partners Consulting lawyers are also members, have reported that [...]
USCIS Extends Certain EAD Validity to Five Years
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) is updating its Policy Manual regarding maximum validity for Employment Authorization [...]
Why Is My Case With USCIS Taking So Long?
Enterline and Partners Consulting lawyers are members of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (“AILA”). It often provides helpful tips, [...]
What Is The U.S. Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, Is It Real And Who Can Qualify?
The U.S. Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery is real! Also known as the Green Card Lottery, the DV Lottery is a program [...]