Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about immigration? You’re not alone. We’ve answered the most common questions about family and business immigration, from visa types to processing times. Click a question below to see the answer!
A: We specialize in family immigration and business immigration, assisting clients with visa applications, green cards, and naturalization. Our firm helps individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complex U.S. immigration system.
A: You can schedule a consultation by calling our office, filling out our online contact form, or emailing us directly. We offer in-person, phone, and virtual consultations for your convenience.
A: We assist with spousal visas, fiancé(e) visas, parent-child petitions, sibling sponsorships, and adjustment of status applications for family members seeking lawful permanent residency (green cards).
A: Processing times vary depending on the visa type, country of origin, and case complexity. Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens typically have shorter wait times compared to family preference categories.
A: Processing times vary depending on the visa type, country of origin, and case complexity. Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens typically have shorter wait times compared to family preference categories.
A: We assist businesses and professionals with various work and investor visas, including:
- E-1 Visa (Treaty Trader Visa)
- E-2 Visa (Treaty Investor Visa)
- H-1B Visa (Specialty Occupation Visa)
- L-1A Visa (Intracompany Transferee – Executive or Manager)
- L-1B Visa (Intracompany Transferee – Specialized Knowledge)
- O-1 Visa (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
- TN Visa (NAFTA Professionals from Canada & Mexico)
- EB-1 Visa (Employment-Based First Preference – Extraordinary Ability, Outstanding Professors, and Multinational Managers)
- EB-2 Visa (Employment-Based Second Preference – Advanced Degree Professionals & Exceptional Ability)
- EB-3 Visa (Employment-Based Third Preference – Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Other Workers)
- PERM Labor Certification (Employment-based Green Card Process)
A: The H-1B visa is for professionals in specialty occupations requiring a bachelor’s degree or higher. Common industries include IT, engineering, healthcare, and finance. The visa is employer-sponsored and subject to an annual cap.
A: The L-1A visa is for executives and managers transferring to a U.S. office of their company. The L-1B visa is for employees with specialized knowledge essential to the company’s operations.
A: To qualify for an E-2 visa, you must be a citizen of a treaty country, invest a substantial amount in a U.S. business, and actively develop and direct the business.
A: The PERM process typically takes several months, including job market testing, labor certification filing, and approval before proceeding with an employment-based green card application.
A: Employment-based green card categories include:
- EB-1: For individuals with extraordinary ability, outstanding professors, and multinational executives.
- EB-2: For professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability.
- EB-3: For skilled workers, professionals, and other workers.
A: It depends on the stage of the process. Generally, after your I-140 petition is approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days, you may change employers if the new job is in the same or similar field.
A: You can apply for naturalization if you have been a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) for at least 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen) and meet residency, good moral character, and English proficiency requirements.
A: The naturalization test includes an English language test and a U.S. civics test covering history, government, and rights/responsibilities of citizens.
