Several related diversity visa lawsuits (Filazapovich et al. v Department of State et al.; Goh et al. v U.S. Department of State et al.; Goodluck et al. v Biden et al., among these) were recently filed on behalf of more than 24,000 diversity visa lottery winners from over 100 countries to challenge the U.S. State […]
An EB-5 Regional Center can offer several benefits for EB-5 investors. The EB-5 Visa is a green card for qualified investors. To be eligible, the individual must make a minimum investment in a new commercial enterprise that will create at least 10 jobs. The minimum investment required is $1 million, or $500,000 if investing in […]
There are new green card vaccination requirements. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as of October 1, 2021, individuals applying for permanent residency in the United States will be required to establish that they have received a complete COVID-19 vaccine series as part of the routine medical examination they are required […]
If you are a US green card holder or are currently in the process of filling out your green card application, perhaps you’re wondering what advantages come with being a permanent US resident. While there are many advantages to be aware of, we are going to focus on a few of the public benefits that […]
Recently, as the U.S. has been emerging from the COVID-19 era, many U.S. permanent residents attempting to return to the U.S. after absences of over a year have been navigating a host of legal challenges. Driven abroad by fears of the virus or other related, emergent obligations such as caregiving brought on by the pandemic […]
A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) normally starts the marriage-based or family-based or green card process by filing a petition on behalf of a relative with United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) using the Petition for Alien Relative Form (Form I-130). This petition often takes several months to be processed. However, there […]
Diversity Visa Program The Diversity Visa Program (DV Program) makes approximately 50,000 immigrant visas available per year. Visas are drawn randomly amongst applicants from countries with low immigration rates to the United States. As most diversity visa lottery winners are located outside the U.S. at the time they win the lottery, they must obtain their […]
EB-5 Investment Under the EB-5 program, investors (as well as their spouses and unmarried children under 21 years of age) are eligible to apply for permanent residence if they meet the following conditions: 1) making the required investment in a commercial enterprise in the United States; and 2) planning to create or preserve 10 permanent full-time […]
Read about USCIS news with Silver Immigration. Background In 2013, USCIS published guidance stating that, before denying a case for insufficient evidence, officers were required to issue a request for evidence (RFE) unless they determined that the benefit requestor would be unable overcome a finding of ineligibility by submitting supplementary evidence. In 2018, USCIS voided […]
The immigration process can be intimidating, as it involves many steps and complex paperwork. An immigration lawyer can guide you through this complicated process, one step at a time. However, not all immigration lawyers are equipped and skilled enough to handle your case. You’ll need a lawyer who will help to simplify the process while […]
Green Card for Entrepreneurs can be tricky – there are several routes with varying criteria and timelines. We will review the most common routes for a Green Card for Entrepreneurs below. Direct EB-5 An EB-5 requires a substantial amount of capital to be invested in a new commercial enterprise. Either 1,000,000 or 1,800,000 (depending on […]
When it comes to studying abroad, the United States of America is the most preferred destination, attracting millions of international students. If you’re not a U.S. citizen and are planning to study there, you’ll need to have a U.S. student visa. A student visa allows you to temporarily reside in the country while enrolled in […]
All non-U.S. citizens must obtain work authorization if they wish to seek employment in the United States. Below are some of the categories under which a foreign citizen may qualify for a U.S. work permit. Family sponsorship You might be eligible for a work permit if you have family ties to a U.S. citizen or […]
If you plan to immigrate to the United States from Canada, it would be wise to consult a U.S. immigration lawyer, especially if you have a complicated case. An immigration lawyer will inform you of your options and help you prepare your application correctly to increase your chances of success. Below are some tips to […]
As Silver Immigration has been getting a lot of questions regarding the quarantine hotel rules in Canada, we have decided to answer the most frequently asked questions. Below are the answers with the current information provided by the Canadian government. However, as the rules are subject to change, please ensure you are up to date […]