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If the person you plan to marry is not a U.S. citizen, you may petition for a K-1 fiancé(e) nonimmigrant visa to allow them to enter the United States. Once admitted on a K-1 visa, you must marry within 90 days or your fiancé(e) will lose legal immigration status. The application process involves multiple federal […]
To apply for a green card for your spouse through marriage, you must file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. If your spouse is already living lawfully in the United States, they may also submit Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. If your spouse lives outside the United States, they must […]
The United States issues two main types of visas: non-immigrant visas, for temporary stays such as tourism, study, work, or medical treatment; and immigrant visas, for those seeking permanent residence, often through family sponsorship or employment. Common examples include the business visa (B-1), the religious visa (R-1), the student visa (F-1), and family-based visas like […]
Applying for lawful permanent resident status, commonly known as a Green Card, generally requires filing a petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and submitting supporting documentation. In most cases, applicants must have a sponsor, typically a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member, or a U.S. employer. Some applicants may qualify for […]
To sponsor a family member for U.S. immigration, you must initiate the process by filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). You must also meet specific eligibility requirements and submit evidence of your legal status in the United States, along with proof of your financial ability to support […]
If you are part of a growing number of professionals who have an opportunity to bring their expertise to the U.S. workforce, you must obtain work authorization. Unlike a visitor visa, a U.S. employment-based visa requires a formal application procedure, compliance with specific eligibility criteria, and thorough documentation to establish both the bona fides of […]
Establishing a business in the United States is a common objective for international entrepreneurs. Whether expanding an existing enterprise, launching a new venture, or entering the U.S. market, non-residents are legally authorized to form business entities under U.S. law, subject to compliance with applicable federal and state requirements.. At Bassey Immigration Law Center, P.A., we […]
The E-1 and E-2 visas are temporary, nonimmigrant options available to citizens of countries that have a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States. The E-1 visa is designed for individuals engaged in substantial trade with the U.S., while the E-2 visa is intended for those investing in and managing a U.S.-based business. […]
Some individuals may be unable to return to their home country due to serious threats to their safety. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a humanitarian program that offers protection to eligible foreign nationals from designated countries where conditions temporarily prevent safe return. These conditions may include armed conflict, environmental disasters, epidemics, or other extraordinary but […]
The H-1B Visa allows employers to temporarily hire highly skilled foreign professionals in specialty occupations where qualified U.S. workers are in short supply. For foreign nationals, it provides the opportunity to live and work in the United States for an initial period of up to three years, extendable to six. Under certain circumstances, it may […]