Skip to content

US Immigration Blog

  • Home
  • About
  • Immigration Topics
  • Contact Us

B-1 Visa

Visa Waiver Entry for Business Purposes Refused at Chicago O’Hare

Updated August 15, 2026 by Immigration Lawyer Peter Messersmith

My name is [REDACTED] and I am the CFO for [REDACTED], a UK firm that has offices in NY and Chicago.  I recently attempted to enter the US for business purpoes through the visa waiver program but was denied entry.  I explained that the purpose of my entry was to review accounting procedures at our … Read more

Categories B-1 Visa, Visa Waiver Program

Company Relationship Requirements for the L1 Visa

Updated August 15, 2026 by Immigration Lawyer Peter Messersmith

I have a B1 visa right now and I am in negotiations to purchase a US company. I have a company in Brazil that is looking to expand and found some opportunities here. What kind of visa can I get if I buy this company? If you have worked for the Brazilian company for one year out … Read more

Categories B-1 Visa, L-1A Visa, L-1B Visa

Nanny Visa Options

Updated August 15, 2026 by Immigration Lawyer Peter Messersmith

Nanny and Domestic Worker Immigration Options

Categories Au Pair, B-1 Visa, H-2B Visa, J-1 Visa, PERM
© 2026 The Messersmith Law Firm, P.A. | US Immigration Blog