by SW Law Group, P.C. | Feb 19, 2025 | Employment Based Immigrant Visa, H-1B, Latest News
The U.S. Department of State recently announced unexpected updates on several Consular websites, enhancing the eligibility criteria for the Visa Interview Waiver program, also known as the dropbox or mail-in program. These revisions mark a return to the more...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Jan 28, 2025 | Employment Based Immigrant Visa, Visas
Some amateur athletes can enter the United States on a tourist visa or, in some cases, without a visa; however, many cannot. Athletes traveling to the U.S. for activities that involve compensation, including prize money, over an extended period may consider obtaining...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Jan 24, 2025 | General News, Immigration News, Latest News
President Donald Trump issued Executive Orders on January 20, 2025, aiming to reshape immigration policies that impact foreign nationals who intend to be admitted or are already inside the United States. Here is a summary of the nine Executive Orders related to...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Dec 10, 2024 | General News, Non-Immigrant Visas, Visas
In an increasingly interconnected world, family members often wish to accompany each other during significant life events, such as pursuing education in a different country. For mothers whose daughters are in the United States on an F-1 student visa, understanding the...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Dec 3, 2024 | Family Based Immigrant Visa, H-1B
The H-1B visa program and family-based immigration policies have been significant topics in U.S. immigration discussions, particularly during Donald Trump’s presidency and reelection campaign. Understanding the implications of these visa categories is essential for...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Dec 3, 2024 | Employment Based Immigrant Visa, General News, Visas
Basic FAQs About EB-5 What is the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program? The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a U.S. immigration initiative that enables foreign investors to obtain a green card (permanent residency) by investing in a new commercial enterprise in the...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Dec 3, 2024 | E-1/E-2, Non-Immigrant Visas
When I have an E-2 or other work visa, can I enter on ESTA before my assignment starts? The answer is yes, you could but we don’t recommend it. The individual should consider using the E-2 visa to enter the United States for the business trip, as a precaution, even...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 25, 2024 | General News
Article: Overview of the Battineni v. Mayorkas Case and Its Implications for the EB-5 Visa Program The EB-5 visa program offers a pathway to U.S. residency for foreign investors who make qualifying investments in U.S. projects that generate jobs. In a notable case,...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 19, 2024 | General News, Immigration News, Latest News
Donald Trump’s anticipated inauguration as the 47th President of the United States marks one of the most remarkable political comebacks in American history.[1] His return to office is expected to reshape both the domestic political environment and global dynamics....
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 12, 2024 | General News, Uncategorized, Visas
Following his unexpected reelection in 2024, former President Donald Trump has renewed his focus on immigration, continuing the hardline policies that characterized his first term while introducing new initiatives aimed at reshaping the immigration landscape in the...
