WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a temporary final rule (TFR) making available an additional 64,716 H-2B temporary nonagricultural work...
The U.S. Visa Waiver Program: An In-Depth Analysis of Overstays and Enforcement Policies
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Piotr Swat / shuttertsock.com The United States Visa Waiver Program (VWP) facilitates streamlined travel for citizens of designated countries, promoting t...
The Process for Extending a Stay in the U.S. on a Visitor Visa
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Visitors to the United States on a temporary visitor visa, such as the B-2 visa for tourism, are generally admitted for a specified period, typically up to six months. However,...
Defenses Against Deportation for Visa Violations and Overstay in the U.S.
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Introduction When a person enters the United States on a visa and overstays their authorized time, they may be subject to deportation (also known as removal). U.S. Immigration ...
The Process of Applying for an H-1B Visa for Professionals in the U.S.
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The H-1B visa is one of the most sought-after nonimmigrant visas for professionals in the United States, particularly for those in specialty occupations that require theoretica...
The Process for Extending a Stay in the U.S. on a Visitor Visa
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Visitors to the United States on a temporary visitor visa, such as the B-2 visa for tourism, are generally admitted for a specified period, typically up to six months. However,...
The Process of Simultaneous Petitioning and Adjustment of Status for a Spouse Who Overstayed Their Visitor Visa in the U.S.
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. U.S. immigration law provides a pathway for U.S. citizens to petition for their foreign-born spouses to adjust their immigration status and obtain lawful permanent residency, c...
How a Religious Worker Living Overseas Can Successfully Apply for an R Visa to Perform Religious Work in the U.S.
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. For religious workers living overseas, the R-1 visa provides an opportunity to come to the United States and serve their religious community. Whether you are a minister, a miss...
How a Professional Worker Living Overseas Can Successfully Apply for an H1B Visa
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The H1B visa is one of the most sought-after visas for professionals aiming to work in the United States. This visa allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty o...
How an Artist, Band, or Musician Living Overseas Can Successfully Apply for an Entertainer Visa to Perform in the U.S.
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. For many artists, bands, and musicians worldwide, performing in the United States represents a significant opportunity to expand their careers and connect with a global audie...