How to Apply for the National Interest Waiver Green Card in 2020 (Step-by-Step Guide).
If you are seeking permanent residency, the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) offers many advantages in 2020. The processing time for most applicants is relatively short when compared to the alternatives and it has the benefit of providing a direct path to a green...
EB2 National Interest Waiver Approved for Food Safety Auditor
Congratulations to our client, a Brazilian national, who recently received a notice of approval for an EB2 National Interest Waiver. Due to the client’s documented track record of success in the food safety industry as well as the significance of her proposed...
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How Long Does the National Interest Waiver Process Take? [2020 Update]
If you are a professional seeking to live and work in the United States, you have likely considered a number of immigration options. One option that has gained considerable attention since 2017 is the EB-2 visa with National Interest Waiver – an employment-based visa...
Green Card Eligibility for Foreign Doctors Encouraged by Trump’s Executive Order and Easing of Licensing Requirements by US States
The path to US residency for foreign physicians has long been a series of obstacles leading to a dead end for many. With limited options to obtain even a temporary visa and burdensome requirements to reach the opportunity for the green card stage, many foreign...
Immigration Denials: Complete Guide to Overcome Immigration & Green Card Denials and Win.
Strategies discussed include Motions to Reopen, Reconsider, BIA and AAO Appeals as well as Federal Court Challenges. Did you just receive an immigration denial or are you concerned about the possibility of receiving one? You are not alone. Based on data released from...
EB-1 Visa and J-1 Waiver Approved for Brazilian Epidemiologist and Infectious Disease Specialist in 4 days.
Our experienced EB1 Visa team at Colombo & Hurd recently obtained an approval for a Brazilian epidemiologist and infectious disease doctor who previously had his EB-1 case denied by USCIS through another law firm. There were a number of of factors that we were...
US Visa Opportunities for Foreign Physicians and Healthcare Workers: The Impact of Coronavirus in the US and the Potential for a Green Card through the EB-2 National Interest Waiver.
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has created a worldwide health crisis, highlighting the importance of well-trained healthcare staff around the world. As the United States has become the country with the highest number of COVID-19 infections, the number of...
EB-1 v. EB-2 National Interest Waiver: Advantages and Disadvantages of the Green Card Options
For individuals interested in living and working in the United States, obtaining permanent residency (a green card) is often the ultimate goal. With a green card, an immigrant has certain rights that they would not otherwise have. This includes the ability to live...
USCIS Holds EB-5 Stakeholder Engagement to discuss new Processing Procedures
On March 13, 2020 USCIS held an EB-5 Stakeholder agreement via telephone to discuss the recent changes to I-526 processing procedures and other updates to the program as part of the regularly scheduled stakeholder engagement schedule. The main topic of discussion was...
The Top Four National Interest Waiver Trends for 2020
The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an incredibly attractive option for many professionals and others who are considering immigrating to the United States. This type of visa allows you to self-petition, which means that you do not need a job or job offer in...
EB2 National Interest Waiver Approved: Another Client Receives Approval of an EB2 NIW after Nine Months
Congratulations to our client, a Brazilian national, who recently received a notice of approval for an EB2 National Interest Waiver. Due to the client’s documented track record of success in producing, editing and post production of a variety of video content, such as...
Visa Bulletin for EB-2 Remains Current for February 2020: How Does This Impact Prospective National Interest Waiver Applicants?
For prospective immigrants seeking to come to the United States on an employment-based visa, such as the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) visa, the Visa Bulletin has a substantial impact on when your green card becomes available. The EB-2 visa is an...
E2 Visa Approved in Toronto for Investor & Essential Employee for Men’s Personal Care Company
Congratulations to our E2 Visa Clients from Canada who were each recently approved through the US Consulate in Toronto, Canada for a company that specializes in the production and distribution of men's personal care products. Dedicated to innovation and customer...
USCIS Finalizes Overhaul of H-1B Visa Lottery – Selection Starts 3/1/2020
1. The New Rule On January 9, 2020, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published its final rule concerning the H-1B Visa registration process for H-1B cap-subject petitions for Fiscal Year 2021. The new Rule fundamentally alters the selection...
EB1 Approval for Neurologist in Just 9 days
Congratulations to our client, a neurologist and world-renowned expert in transcendental meditation and consciousness, on his recent approval of his Extraordinary Ability Petition. In addition to developing new techniques for meditation, he has obtained degrees and...
L-1B Visa Approved for Dominican Employee of Medical Supplies Company with Specialized Knowledge
Congratulations to our client who obtained an L-1B visa approval as Specialized Employee for a company dedicated to importing and exporting of medical supplies. In compliance with the requirements of an L-1B visa, our client was transferred from the parent company...
E2 Visa Approved for Colombian Entrepreneur owner of Tourist Transportation Company in Orlando.
Congratulations to our Colombian client, who recently obtained E-2 visa approval to manage his transportation business in Central Florida. After reviewing several businesses in the State of Florida, the businessman decided to invest in the transportation industry,...
Which Jobs or Occupations Qualify for the EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW)?
What Professions Qualify for the EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW)? EB-2 visas are a second preference employment visa. Many foreign nationals find these visas attractive, as they are a path to permanent residency, allow them to bring their spouse and children to...
E2 Visa Approved for Solar Panel Company Employee at US Consulate in Bogota, Colombia.
Colombo & Hurd congratulates our Colombian client whose E2 visa application was recently approved for a five year visa. We initially assisted our client in changing his status from a B-1/B-2 visa to an E-2 visa category as Essential Employee/General Manager. Most...
E2 Visa Approved for Argentinian Investor in Food Trucks
Colombo & Hurd congratulates our Argentine client who recently received his E-2 visa as an investor for 5 years to manage and develop a Food Trucks business in the United States. After being interviewed by a Consular Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires,...
