The TN visa classification was created pursuant to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), and is for citizens of Canada and Mexico coming to the U.S. to work in professional positions. Canadian citizens seeking TN status in the U.S. can app…
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Key # 1: Make sure you have the “right” number of letters for your petition There is no set number of letters of recommendation that is required in the regulations. The specific number used in any given case will depend in part on the qua…
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Are you considering filing an EB-1 petition as an alien of extraordinary ability, or outstanding researcher or professor? Or a National Interest Waiver petition? If so, one of the key elements to consider in preparing your petition is the number of p…
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USCIS reports that as of as of 11/18/2011 (last Friday), they have received approximately 61,800 H-1B cap-subject petitions. This means that there are only a few thousand H-1B slots left for this fiscal year. Should I try to file the H-1B petition no…
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As of November 14, 2011, approximately 56,300 H-1B cap-subject petitions were receipted. Additionally, USCIS has receipted 20,000 H-1B petitions for aliens with advanced degrees. Remember, H-1B petitions tend to run out quickly when fewer are left, s…
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1. I’m in a different immigration status right now. Can I change status in to H-1B without leaving the US? You may be able to. If you are in J-1 status, you must confirm with your attorney that you are not subject to the two –year home residence…
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1. What is an H-1B visa? The H-1B visa is a nonimmigrant (meaning not permanent residence/green card) visa for professionals who hold specialty occupations. Specialty occupation is defined as a position that requires the “theoretical and practical…
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Many foreign nationals starting the employment-based permanent residence process are eager to have their case filed in the EB-2 category. The EB-2 category is for positions that require at least a master’s degree, or a bachelor’s degree followed…
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USCIS reports that as of 10/21/2011, approximately 46,200 H-1B petitions have been received for the 2012 fiscal year. This means that only around 13,000 H-1B petitions remain for this fiscal year. Further, 20,000 petitions have been received for the…
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The visitor’s visa (B1/B2) has multiple uses, and in some instances can be a great immigration solution for a foreign national needing to enter the U.S. temporarily. However, if used inappropriate, it can also cause you and possibly your employer h…
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