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A Guide to Hiring Global Talent for Columbus Employers

Since 2021, Columbus has seen rapid business growth in many legacy industries as well as new fields for the region. With top talent incubators in institutions like Ohio State University and investment from major companies like JP Morgan Chase, Intel,…

Dec 08, 2025

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Citizenship and Naturalization | Employment Based Immigration | Visas

How Florida’s Tech and Defense Employers Depend on Foreign Talent and Visa Programs

Florida has a booming demand for skilled tech and defense talent. Tampa in particular—which is home to companies like Lockheed Martin, Anduril Industries, Peraton, and Boeing, not to mention MacDill Air Force Base—is a hub for local defense contracts and…

Dec 05, 2025

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Immigration | Immigration in the News | Immigration Procedures | Visas

The Disappearing Promise: How the U.S. Is Failing Afghan Allies

For years, the U.S. promised safety to Afghan interpreters, contractors, and other allies who risked their lives to support American forces. While some have been successfully relocated, thousands remain stranded or in danger, despite having followed the legal pathways set out for them.

Dec 02, 2025

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Visas | Waivers

What Is the Visa Waiver Program?

Depending on your country of origin, you may be eligible for the Visa Waiver program. Today, we talk about what that Program is and how we can help.

Jun 04, 2025

Donald Trump Has Promised a Closed Border and Mass Deportations

Immigration has been a focal point of Donald Trump’s political agenda, and his return to the presidency would likely renew these discussions. Based on his past policies, we can anticipate stricter border enforcement and increased immigration raids. While these predictions remain…

Dec 03, 2024

Immigration | Immigration Law Archives | Visas

USCIS Increases Automatic Extension Period of Work Permits for Certain Applicants

Today, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced a new rule that increases the automatic extension period for employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), available to certain EAD renewal applicants, to up to 540 days. The increase, which will be…

May 03, 2022

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DHS Approves New STEM Student Visa Extension Period

The Department of Homeland Security has finalized its amendment of F-1 nonimmigrant student visa regulations regarding optional practical training (OPT). However, the amendment only applies to students of science, technology, engineering, or math—otherwise known as STEM students. The amended regulation…

Mar 15, 2019

Green Card | Immigration | Visas

Can I Get a Green Card or Visa with a Criminal Record?

If you or a loved one is planning on applying for a green card or immigrant visa anytime in the near future, a criminal record could make you ineligible to gain entry into the United States. Immigration laws are very…

Jun 20, 2014

Immigration | Visas

Having Trouble Obtaining Your Visa? Our Firm Can Help.

The immigration process is not a simple one. Every year millions of a people apply for visas in the hopes that they will be able to come to the United States and live a better life. As a result of…

Mar 12, 2014

Family Based Immigration | Immigration Procedures | Visas | Waivers

Usted ha entrado los Estados Unidos sin visa? El proceso nuevo de visa podría ser una opción para usted!

En el 4 de marzo de 2013 empieza una regla del procesamiento de dispensas. Esta nueva regla afectará las personas que han acumulado presencia ilegal en los EEUU y son familiares inmediatos de ciudadanos de los EEUU. La nueva regla…

Jan 04, 2013

Citizenship and Naturalization | Removal, Deportation, and Exclusion | Visas | Waivers

Instructions for Submission of Waivers from Abroad

Submission of Applications for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility and Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission to the U.S. After Deportation or Removal. Recently, US Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) has changed the filing procedures for waivers required from…

Dec 26, 2012

Miscellaneous | Visas

New USCIS Immigrant Fee to begin on February 1, 2013

The new fee is being imposed so USCIS can recover the costs of processing immigrant visas after individuals receive their visa packages from the Department of State abroad. Beginning Feb. 1, 2013, an new fee of $165 will be collected…

Dec 13, 2012

Family Based Immigration | Visas

2014 diversity visa program begins October 2, 2012

The Diversity Immigration Visa is a program mandated by congress that makes 55,000 diversity visas available each year. The recipients of the diversity visa are selected randomly from all applicants who meet the stringent eligibility criteria from countries with low…

Aug 22, 2012

Family Based Immigration | Visas

USCIS Clarifies Qualification Rules for Visas to Spur Economy

With unemployment rate hovering in the 9 to 10 percent range, the U.S. government is turning to foreign entrepreneurs in an effort to spur the economy. By "clarifying" visa rules, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) hopes that foreign…

Nov 29, 2011

Family Based Immigration | Visas

February 18, 2011 DOS Issues Scam Alert for Diversity Visa Applicants

Scammers are sending fraudulent emails and letters, according to the US Department of State to Diversity Visa (DV) applicants. The DV notes that the 'visa lottery' is being targeted by scammers sending fraudulent emails and letters posing as US government…

Feb 20, 2011

Visas

How Immigration Affects Travelers at Tampa International Airport

A Guide to Hiring Global Talent for Columbus Employers

How Florida’s Tech and Defense Employers Depend on Foreign Talent and Visa Programs

The Disappearing Promise: How the U.S. Is Failing Afghan Allies

What Is the Visa Waiver Program?

Donald Trump Has Promised a Closed Border and Mass Deportations

USCIS Increases Automatic Extension Period of Work Permits for Certain Applicants

DHS Approves New STEM Student Visa Extension Period

Can I Get a Green Card or Visa with a Criminal Record?

Having Trouble Obtaining Your Visa? Our Firm Can Help.

Usted ha entrado los Estados Unidos sin visa? El proceso nuevo de visa podría ser una opción para usted!

Instructions for Submission of Waivers from Abroad

New USCIS Immigrant Fee to begin on February 1, 2013

2014 diversity visa program begins October 2, 2012

USCIS Clarifies Qualification Rules for Visas to Spur Economy

February 18, 2011 DOS Issues Scam Alert for Diversity Visa Applicants

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