O1 Visa Self Sponsorship

I would like to know if it is possible to incorporate my own company to sponsor me for a O1 visa? I spoke to one lawyer and was told I can sponsor myself as long as I have strong reference/creential letters. Another lawyer I spoke with told me that I cannot incorporate on my own and self-sponsor. So … Read more

Religious Worker Portability

I have an approved religious worker visa and my green card is waiting for approvel. I was wondering if I can switch to another church before I get the green card? The answer is no if you still want to obtain the green card. The law, specifically AC21, allows porting between employers where there is an approved … Read more

EB-5 Rural Area Designations

I’m interested in purchasing a business in the US in order to qualify as an immigrant investor through the EB5 program. I want to invest the least amount possible which I understand is $500k. This requires a business to be in a rural area. What exactly qualifies as a rural area? These qualifying areas are determined by the … Read more

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From Visa Waiver to US Citizenship

Hi, my girlfriend entered the U.S on a visa waiver program. We plan to get married now and I’m a US citizen. Can she get her citizenship automatically by marring me? Unfortunately, there is nothing automatic involving immigration. While we should be able to assist the both of you, she will not be able to obtain citizenship immediately. You … Read more