Posts by Michael Niren

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi this is Michael Niren, Immigration Lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Apparently Slava Voynov, I think I’m pronouncing his name right, defense-man for the Los Angeles Kings hockey team, has been detained by immigration. He’s under immigration detention on allegations of domestic abuse, which is a terrible thing […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. We we’re asked this question. What happens to my application once I file it with the government? The context of the question is we’re handling your case. You hire a lawyer. You hire a law firm to […]

How we help people stay in Canada “I really feel happy to have chosen this firm to represent my mother’s application to extend her stay in Canada. Even though the situation was pretty complicated the lawyer assigned to me and her assistant were absolutely great in obtaining a successful outcome. Very professional, extremely supportive, serious […]

If you’re a nurse who wants to go work in the United States, the H-1B Visa may now be an option. The H-1B Visa is a temporary worker visa designed for non-immigrant applicants in specialty occupations, including careers focused on medicine. Because the standard required education for H-1B Visas is a post-secondary degree with at […]

The H1-B visa program was created to allow US based organizations to employ foreign based nationals who work in an occupation that requires theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge, and attainment of a bachelor’s or higher degree in the specific specialty (or its equivalent). Most professionals qualify for the program […]

According to the American Trucking Associations, “To move 9.2 billion tons of freight annually requires nearly 3 million heavy-duty Class 8 trucks and over 3 million truck drivers.” America needs truck drivers. If you are a foreign worker hoping to work as a truck driver in the US, you may be served best by applying […]

As if new immigrants to Canada didn’t have enough problems, a new immigration scam is making the rounds fooling a lot of newcomers into giving up their money. The scam has received attention in Calgary but is potentially affecting any new immigrants, particularly of East Indian descent. Posing as Government Officials Various reports from the Calgary area […]

If you’re a business owner who wants to expand into the US, you may be contemplating an L-1 Visa. You may also have some questions about the visa and what’s involved in applying. Here are some quick FAQs to get you started, based on information from US Citizenship and Immigration Services: Q: Do I qualify for […]

As recently reported by the Toronto Star, a woman has been charged with carrying out a massive immigration scam that has conned millions out of prospective Filipino immigrants. At first glance, Imelda ‘Mel’ Fronda Saluma, 46, was a Toronto-based woman that was helping people achieve their dream of living and working in Canada. In reality, it was an immigration scam carried out […]

Moving to Canada can mean you’re opening your world to exciting new opportunities and challenges, but it can also be daunting if you don’t know how to get around. That’s why Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada has provided a free online interactive map to help you find immigrant services in your area. Find Free Local Services […]

British Columbia has unveiled a new path to permanent residency for business immigrants, opening an online registration program that allows potentially qualified applicants to express their interest by completing a comprehensive application package. For experienced business people who can establish themselves in B.C. while investing in and operating a commercially successful business – one providing significant benefit to […]

If you’re a dentist hoping to work in the United States, the H-1B Visa for dentists is something to consider. This visa is for temporary foreign workers in specialized occupations, including dentistry. In addition to the standard educational requirements (a bachelor’s degree or higher), proof of a valid employer-employee relationship, and evidence of appropriate pay […]

Preparing to immigrate to the United States, or currently find yourself in the process of filing to keep your status current with the government? Successfully navigating U.S. Immigration Services has historically been a long, complicated and often expensive process. With a de facto requirement of meticulous record keeping and note taking at every step, hiring […]

Canada has announced new changes to immigration laws regarding sponsorship of spouse, common-law and conjugal partners in order to better protect women and at-risk groups. In particular, to protect women against forced marriages for immigration purposes. The changes will apply to all immigration programs, both permanent and temporary.   For any applications made prior to […]

  An L-1 visa is a temporary, non-immigrant visa. Although it is defined as a temporary visa, it can be extended to as many as seven years. L-1 visas are available to employees of an international company with offices in both the United States and abroad, and allows such foreign workers to relocate to the […]