On January 13, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security announced that noncitizen workers in the US who are victims or witnesses of labor rights violations in the workplace will be able to apply for a new streamlined and expedited deferred action process. Traditionally, victims and witnesses of labor violations would... read more →

If you have anything to do with hiring, it is important to understand the various types of visas available to potential employees. One visa that you should be familiar with is the H1B visa. This visa allows employers to hire foreign workers with specialized skills to fill positions in the... read more →

On January 5, 2023, President Biden announced an expanded parole program to alleviate the current crisis at our southwest border. In October 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a limited 24,000 travel authorization for Venezuelans to apply for parole to enter the United States legally to seek relief... read more →

On October 12, 2022, USCIS announced a new program called “Process for Venezuelans,” which allows Venezuelan nationals with an approved sponsor to come to the United States with parole for up to 2 years. Here is what you need to know if you would like to sponsor a Venezuelan. Do... read more →

The rules for traveling abroad are roughly the same for all. Whether a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (LPR), or a non-immigrant visa holder, you must have a valid passport from your native country. Depending on the country of destination, there might be other requirements such as obtaining a visa. ... read more →

In the United States, a notario (notary public) is authorized to serve as an unbiased witness when performing legal formalities. Immigrants can be confused by the title of notario because in other countries, notarios have training similar to lawyers and can perform legal services in those countries. For example in... read more →

There are a variety of options out there for athletes, coaches/trainers, referees and other people within the sports (and entertainment) community that wish to work in the United States.  There are two main types of visas: nonimmigrant versus immigrant. Nonimmigrant visas are temporary whereas immigrant visas are granted to those... read more →

In 2014, the U.S. government established the Central American Minors Refugee and Parole Program (CAM). This program was started to give at-risk children in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras the opportunity to come to the United States as refugees. However, in 2017, the program was terminated and the Department of... read more →

“Priority dates” are dreaded words to prospective immigrants.  With most immigrant petitions whether it is family-based or employment-based, there is generally a waiting period for priority dates to become current meaning that a visa is available.    Throughout the years, we have received multiple inquiries asking the questions: “My dad... read more →