Not everyone who enters the United States for work plans to stay permanently. Certain categories of visas pertain to temporary workers, and there are different types. One of the important parts of the application process for temporary worker visas is the interview, so...
Immigration
Illegal immigration crackdowns impact legal residents
Florida leadership has touted the success of recent efforts to crack down on illegal immigration. However, evidence suggests that the majority of the people arrested as part of the crackdown are living in the country legally. What recourse do legal residents arrested...
Can disabled persons take the naturalization test?
The immigration process might intimidate you, especially if you experience disabilities that interfere with your mobility and comprehension. Fortunately, you can still participate in the naturalization test and you can also request modifications. Communicating...
What does your priority date mean?
For a variety of reasons, the U.S. continues to be appealing to citizens of other countries. In fact, according to the Migration Policy Insitute, more than 700,000 foreign nationals became legal permanent residents of the U.S. in 2020 alone. Some of them, though,...
The USCIS is trying to improve processing times
If you have ever tried to obtain an immigrant or nonimmigrant visa, you have probably experienced some frustration with processing times. After all, it is not uncommon for petitioners and applicants to wait months or even longer to receive an answer. Officials with...
How dangerous is falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen?
As you probably know, being a citizen of the U.S. comes with some meaningful benefits. For example, as a citizen, you can vote in U.S. elections and compete for certain government jobs. You also have a U.S. passport, which enables you to travel freely to many...
Who may qualify for an EB-5 investor visa?
Investors applying for a United States EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program visa may use it to pursue American business opportunities. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website notes you may apply for an EB-5 visa if you plan to start and manage a commercial...
How long does it take to become a U.S. citizen?
The path to becoming a U.S. citizen is not an easy one, but it is worth it in the end. One thing you may wonder before embarking on the journey is how long will it take from start to finish. According to USA.gov, it is difficult to give a solid timeline as the...
H1B work visa: finding the right employee for the job
Finding the right candidate for a position at your Florida organization can become complicated when you require the advanced skills of a highly-educated, experienced employee. If you have exhausted your local talent pool, you may have another option. According to the...