Applying for a visa to the United States is a complex process for people of many nationalities. Attorneys often provide support and guidance from the preparation stage through to the end of a client's immigration journey. Support and guidance are typically most...
Visas
What happens if you lose your job on a work visa?
Layoffs are stressful for most employees but for employees whose legal presence in the United States depends on their employment, they can be life-changing. However, there are steps you can take to maintain your immigration status. If you are currently in the United...
What qualifications are needed for a student visa?
Many prospective students want to travel abroad and study in America. In order to do so, all prospective students must apply for a student visa. There are two classes to choose from: F-1 and M-1. The former applies to traditional universities, with the latter applying...
What are the 2 types of family-based immigrant visas?
As someone who lives in Georgia as either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you may wish to bring a loved one who lives in another country to the United States to live with you. Your loved one needs to get an immigrant visa before he or she may do so, and...
Does your situation make you eligible for a fiancé visa?
As a Georgia resident who is in a romantic relationship with someone born in another nation, you may wish to bring your fiancé to the United States so that the two of you may marry and start your lives together. The first step in doing so involves securing a K-1...
What if the USCIS cancels an interview?
Unfortunately, even after months of waiting, it is possible for the USCIS to cancel an interview for a green card. What do you do in this case? Why will the USCIS cancel an interview in the first place, and how can you take this information with you into the future?...
Qualities universities look for in an international student
To benefit from a student visa to the United States, an authorized university or institution must accept your application. That may seem daunting, especially if you face hurdles such as language barriers or cultural expectations. With the right preparation, though,...
Reviewing family-based immigration visa quotas
Those people in Atlanta dealing with the United States' immigration process know that it can be extremely complex. So much so, in fact, that many who may hope to reunite with their families and friends who would also like to immigrate into the country may actually...
What should you know about employment-based visas?
Some immigrants can seek out visas based on employment. About 140,000 employment-based visas are available each year, and also allow you to bring your spouse and children to this country. Understanding the different types of employment visas ensures you can submit an...
What should you know about U visas?
America serves as a relatively safe country for victims seeking refuge from their current life circumstances. Sometimes, this means providing visas for people fleeing from a country in war. Other times, it means providing a safe haven for victims of human trafficking....