US Immigration Blog
Donald Trump and Immigration: Implications for Policy and the Future
Donald Trump’s tenure as president reshaped U.S. immigration policy in profound ways, with effects that continue...
The Impact of US Elections on Immigration Policies
Elections in the United States often bring significant changes across various sectors, with immigration policy being...
The Biden Program That Offers Undocumented Immigrants a Path to Green Card and U.S. Citizenship
In a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy, the Biden administration has introduced a program that...
Vartelas v. Holder, 566 U.S. 257 (2012): A Landmark Decision on Retroactive Immigration Law
Vartelas v. Holder, 566 U.S. 257 (2012): A Landmark Decision on Retroactive Immigration Law In the annals...
The Decline of H-1B Visa Lottery Bids in the US
In a notable turn of events, lottery bids for highly educated worker visas in the United...
Taxing Returns: Canada's Fiscal Direction (2024)
Introduction: Canada’s economic landscape is often shaped by the policies outlined in its federal budget. The recently...
Highly Trained – Poorly Treated
In a recent story, Mexican workers have allegedly been exploited by automotive manufacturing plants. LeGrange auto...
Leveraging the E-2 Visa
The E-2 Visa is your golden ticket to realizing your investment dreams in the United States....
Entrepreneurs & the E2 Visa
Canadian businesses often have extensive experience operating in international markets. This experience can be attributed to...
Investment Criteria for E2 Visas in the United States
Entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in the United States often find that obtaining an E2...
USCIS to Increase Filing Fees (April 1)
For the first time since 2016, USCIS will issue a major fee increase for a wide...
The Emerging Border Deal and Its Implications
Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of U.S. politics, bipartisan negotiations have taken center stage, particularly in discussions...
Solo Stardom to Collective Brilliance: O-1 vs. P-1 Visas
In the pursuit of professional aspirations across international borders, individuals often encounter the intricacies of visa...
Navigating the Immigration Backlog
Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of immigration, one cannot ignore the pressing issue that has become a...
A Citizen's Quest for Transparency in Spousal Visa Decisions
Background Information – Sandra Muñoz In a move that could shape the lives of countless families navigating...
Increase in Premium Processing Fees
As of February 26, 2024, USCIS will be increasing their premium processing fees. The increase in...
6 Most Common Waiver Application Mistakes
The US Waiver Application process is not simple. And after completing dozens upon dozens of applications,...
Our Focus at Silver Immigration
Navigating the complex landscape of United States immigration law can be a daunting task. For many...
EB-5 vs. E-2 Visa: A Comprehensive Comparison for Ottawa Investors
Investing in the US market provides access to a vast consumer market and business...
The E2 Visa Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Ottawa Entrepreneurs
The E2 visa is a non-immigrant visa designed for those looking to invest in...
Green Card Success: Ottawa Residents Achieving US Permanent Residency
Are you an Ottawa resident seeking lawful permanent residency in the United States? Obtaining...
Understanding EINs: What They Are and How to Obtain One
When starting a business, one of the first steps is to navigate the maze of paperwork...
Unlocking the Path to Talent: Exploring the P-1 Visa
The United States has long been a hub for talented individuals from around the world, particularly...
Exploring Work Visa Options in the US: Insights from a Montreal Immigration Lawyer
As a foreign national, obtaining a work visa to pursue employment opportunities in the...
Navigating the Complexities of Montreal Immigration Law: How an Immigration Lawyer Can Help
Montreal, the largest city in Quebec, is a sought-after immigration destination. This vibrant city’s...
Canadians Moving to the US
Are you dreaming of starting a new chapter of your life in the United...
How to Get a Green Card
The United States has one of the world’s largest economies, with diverse industries creating...
Battered Spouse or Child Petition
Domestic violence is a traumatic experience that can leave deep emotional and physical scars...
TN Economist
The TN Economist category has plagued applicants for a long time. Inconsistent adjudications and a lack...
Self-Sponsored Green Card
If you are interested in migrating to the United States, you will need to...
How to Change from an H-1B Visa to a Green Card
The H-1B visa is a temporary dual-intent work visa that allows an individual...
I Have an H-1B Visa and Just Got Laid Off – What Happens Now?
You’ve uprooted your life, moved to the US and started a great new job...
Fiancé Visa or Immigrant Visa: Which Is Best for You?
The fiancé(e) visa and the immigrant visa allow foreign nationals to immigrate to the...
Green Card Through PERM
Many foreign nationals seeking opportunities in the United States do so with the hope...
Different Types of Green Cards: Your Comprehensive Guide to Eligibility & Application
The United States has long been a beacon for those seeking new opportunities and...
E1 vs E2 Visa
The United States has become a launching pad for many small and large businesses. Whether it’s...
Difference Between Work Visa and Work Permit; Which One Is for Me?
If you are entertaining the idea of exploring career opportunities in the United States,...
My Spouse Died; What Happens to My Green Card Process/Application?
In March 2022, David J. Bier, associate director of immigration studies at the Cato...
3 Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a B-1/B-2 Tourist Visa
As a Canadian citizen, you have one of the most powerful passports in the...
How Can a Canadian Get a Marriage Green Card if He Has a TN Visa?
When the US government grants you TN visa status, it’s with the explicit understanding...
Which Visa Is Best for Canadian Artists, Athletes and Entertainers?
If you’re a Canadian artist, musician, entertainer, lecturer, performer or person with a special...
Premium Processing Updates
Premium Processing Updates Earlier this year, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it would be...
Obtaining a US Green Card Through the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program
The United States Department of State administers the Diversity Immigrant Visa (DV) Program to...
Can You Get a US Green Card With a Criminal Record?
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is strict about who it grants...
4 Things You Should Consider When Applying For A US Waiver
In previous blogs, we’ve gone through why you need a US Waiver, that much is...
Is It Possible for Canadian Citizens to Get an H-1B Visa?
As a Canadian citizen and professional, you may know that many of your compatriots...
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 The EB-5 program inaugurated by Congress was created to stimulate...
E2 Visa Work Authorization for Spouses
E2 visas are granted to entrepreneurs, investors, or business owners who wish to start...
Waiver to Enter US
If you were denied entry at the border and told that you need a waiver...
How to Obtain an Investment-Based U.S. Green Card (EB-5 Visa)
Individuals looking to move to the United States (U.S.) permanently can get a green...
What Is the Difference Between E1 and E2 Visas?
The United States (U.S.) is considered an ideal place for lucrative business opportunities. Business...
5 Things to Know: OPT for International Students
Having the work-related experience that complements or supplements your area of academic studies adds...
Work Permits for Spouses L2 & H4
Major changes in the framework for issuing work permits for spouses L2 and H4 are on...
Market Research Analysts H-1B
Marker Research Analysts – H-1B Visa USCIS reached a settlement agreement in the case of MadKudu...
Flying & Driving Into USA
As of November 8, 2021, new rules will allow non-citizens who are fully vaccinated for...
How Long Does It Take to Get a US Entry Waiver Approved?
Do you have a criminal record and are trying to enter the United States?...
Aggravated Felony for Immigration
A new precedent decision makes clear what will be deemed an aggravated felony for immigration purposes. Matter...
How to Get a Green Card for Your Parents as a U.S. Citizen
Green Cards, or permanent resident cards, are government identification documents issued by the United...
National Interest Exception
Due to COVID-19, four presidential proclamations suspend the entry into the United States of all noncitizens...
Diversity Visa Lottery Lawsuit
Several related diversity visa lawsuits (Filazapovich et al. v Department of State et al.; Goh et...
EB-5 Regional Center
An EB-5 Regional Center can offer several benefits for EB-5 investors. The EB-5 Visa is a...
Green Card Vaccination Requirements
There are new green card vaccination requirements. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Public Benefits a Green Card Holder Can Receive
If you are a US green card holder or are currently in the process...
How U.S. Permanent Residents Can Avoid Problems On Return
Recently, as the U.S. has been emerging from the COVID-19 era, many U.S. permanent residents attempting...
Direct Consular Filing
A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) normally starts the marriage-based or family-based or green...
Diversity Visa Program: Goodluck v. Biden
Diversity Visa Program The Diversity Visa Program (DV Program) makes approximately 50,000 immigrant visas available per year....
What Do You Need to Know About Applying for a TN Visa?
Through the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), now succeeded by the United States-Mexico-Canada...
EB-5 Investment Threshold $500,000
EB-5 Investment Under the EB-5 program, investors (as well as their spouses and unmarried children under 21 years...
USCIS News
Read about USCIS news with Silver Immigration. Background In 2013, USCIS published guidance stating that, before denying a...
What Should You Consider Before Hiring an Immigration Lawyer?
The immigration process can be intimidating, as it involves many steps and complex paperwork....
Green Card for Entrepreneurs
Green Card for Entrepreneurs can be tricky – there are several routes with varying criteria and...
Common Mistakes People Make When Applying for a U.S. Green Card
It’s undeniable that ...
U.S. Student Visa Explained
When it comes to studying abroad, the United States of America is the most...
Who Qualifies for a U.S. Work Visa?
All non-U.S. citizens must obtain work authorization if they wish to seek employment in...
How to Prepare for Your First Consultation With a U.S. Immigration Lawyer
If you plan to immigrate to the United States from Canada, it would be...
Quarantine Hotel - Canada
As Silver Immigration has been getting a lot of questions regarding the quarantine hotel rules...
The Types of US Work Permits
If you wish to live and work in the United States as a Canadian...
TN Visa Renewal
There are two principle routes an applicant can take to secure a TN Visa Renewal:...
Mayorkas named as DHS Secretary
President-elect Biden is naming Alejandro Mayorkas as the next Secretary of the Homeland Security Department, the...
Joe Biden Immigration
The results are in, Joe Biden will be the country’s next president. Joe Biden’s immigration plans...
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Immigration
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away last week and left behind a legacy that rivals any historical...
Kamala Harris Immigration
Kamala Harris has taken bold stances on a variety of immigration issues such as DACA, Sanctuary...
TN Management Consultant
TN Management Consultant Visas are available to Canadian or Mexican nationals who are seeking entry to...
Major H-1B Lawsuit Challenges Visa Ban
Major U.S. business organizations filed a new H-1B lawsuit challenging a recent Proclamation that blocks...
International Students May Need to Leave the US
International students may need to leave the United States if they are studying online. U.S. Immigration and...
New Executive Order Restricting Work Visas
New restrictions on the issuance of non-immigrant visas. Yesterday, the Trump Administration released the Proclamation Suspending Entry...
Supreme Court Keeps DACA Alive
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled against the Trump Administration’s decision to end...
Premium Processing
On March 20, 2020, USCIS announced the suspension of premium processing for all I-129 and I-140...
Matthew Silver Elected to AILA Canada
The AILA Canada Chapter’s new Executive Committee for the 2020-2021 term is as follows: Chair: Ellen Kief Vice-Chair: Jessica Jensen Treasurer:...
National Interest Waiver
The national interest waiver is a useful tool that can speed up the green card process. Most...
Court Upholds Coronavirus Immigration Ban
On Wednesday, US District Judge Michael Simon refused to suspend President Donald Trump’s executive order temporarily...
J-1 to Green Card
J-1 to Green Card is a common transition but it can be complicated by the residency...
What is "Essential Travel"?
The Secretary of Homeland Security made the decision to temporarily limit the travel of individuals from...
US Bans Travel from Europe
Breaking news: US bans travel from Europe. Last night it was announced that the US is implementing...
All New Yorkers Banned from NEXUS
The Department of Homeland Security recently announced that New Yorkers will be banned from applying for,...
Supreme Court Allows Trump's Public Charge Rule
On Monday, the US Supreme Court ruled to allow the new public charge rule to go...
NEXUS Announces Changes at Canadian Airports
The Canadian Border Services Agency (“CBSA”) announced that it is making changes to the popular NEXUS...



































































































