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Second time working with Visaplace, and was successful again with a visa application for parents (2 out of 2). Worked with Felicita and Mansi, strong guidance, very detailed approach to putting together a very thorough and comprehensive application. Good feedback and support throughout the full process. Highly recommend Visaplace!
How to Retire in Canada: Retiring to Canada from the USA
There are many reasons why an individual would want to live in Canada especially coming from the United States as it’s just a cross-border move! More specifically, older applicants living in the US find they want to retire in Canada and think it’s rather easy. Unfortunately, there is no Canadian retirement visa and this is […]
K-1 Visas May Be Prioritized in Processing
K-1 Visas are back! It is overly important to make sure if you’re interested in sponsoring your fiance to the US, to do it now! On August 31st the State Department announced that some consulates will give K-1 fiance visas a high priority. Due to COVID-19 and the border shutdowns, K-1 visas have previously been […]
USCIS Runs Second H-1B Lottery in August 2020
There are many USCIS applicants interested in an H-1B Work Visa which allows those to temporarily work in the United States in their occupations who have specialized knowledge/education in their specific field. Some of these occupations include engineers, teachers, accountants, and more that heavily rely on the H1B lottery. Randomly, the USCIS will have an […]
How to Cross the US/Canada Border During COVID-19 Closure
Note: This article may be out of date and travel restrictions may have changed. Click here to explore the most recent updates and travel restrictions in the United States or Canada! As of November 2022, there are no COVID-related travel restrictions when traveling to or from Canada or the US. Canada and the US shut […]
Why You Shouldn’t Wait Until the Election to Immigrate
We have heard that many immigration applicants interested in immigrating to the United States are waiting for the 2020 presidential election results to decide if it is the right choice for them. To the individuals that may think that is the wiser choice, there are a few reasons why we recommend immigrating before the election, […]
No-Blank Policy for US Applicants
Last fall, the USCIS introduced another roadblock modification to the immigration system making it harder for foreign nationals to come to the US. It began rejecting applications unless every single field was filled in, even those that obviously did not pertain to the applicant which is called the No-Blank Policy. No-Blank Policy Immigration lawyers and applicants […]
Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility for US Applicants
Self-sufficiency has long been an important principle to immigration law since our nation’s earliest immigration statutes. Since the 1800s, Congress announced that aliens are inadmissible to the US if they are unable to care for themselves without becoming public charges. On August 14, 2019, the Department of Homeland Security published a final rule regarding how they determine if someone applying for admission or adjustment of status […]
Options For International Students in the US To Avoid Deportation
UPDATE July 14, 2020: The Trump administration has rescinded its policy that would bar international students who only take online courses from staying in the US. International Students in the US should not be worried about being deported for taking online classes due to COVID-19. If you are concerned about your status in the US […]
Are International Students in the US Affected By New Restrictions?
UPDATE July 14, 2020: The Trump administration has rescinded its policy that would bar international students who only take online courses from staying in the US. International Students in the US should not be worried about being deported for taking online classes due to COVID-19. If you are concerned about your status in the US contact […]
US Immigration Appointment Wait Times and Visa Processing Times
If you are planning on applying for a United States visa to immigrate, it is common to question how long it will take for the US Consulate to process this visa. What Factors Play a Role in USCIS Processing Times? The processing time for a US visa depends mainly on which visa you are trying […]
How Will US Immigration Look the Rest of 2020?
During these unpredictable times and things changing within immigration rapidly, it’s important to be knowledgeable. Knowing how these changes will affect you and/or your family is vital and here at VisaPlace, we try our hardest to keep you updated and informed. On Tuesday, June 30th, VisaPlace’s very own Danielle and Fadi hosted a Facebook Live […]
Are US Work Visas Suspended? Options Instead of Work Visas to the US
Back in March, the Trump administration used the COVID-19 epidemic as an excuse to threaten the existence of legal employment and family immigration to the US. Months later an executive order was signed to limit the entry of certain foreign immigrants and nonimmigrants into the US. President Trump signed a Proclamation on June 22, 2020, […]
Trump’s Plan to End DACA Program
Since the beginning of Donald Trump’s presidency, he has been open about his lack of support when it comes to immigration. As we’ve seen President Trump make it harder for immigrants time after time, he has recently announced his plan to end the DACA Program, also known as the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. On […]
Immigration to the US as an Accountant
Are you an accountant looking to immigrate to the US? There are numerous specific options available to individuals with occupation experience when it comes to immigrating to the United States. Over time, immigrating to the United States as an accountant is an available option and if it is something you’re interested in, it’s important to […]
Immigration to the US as a Scientific Technician
There are numerous specific options available to individuals with occupation experience when it comes to immigrating to the United States. Over time, immigrating to the United States as a Scientific Technician has become very popular and if it is something you’re interested in, it’s important to know the ins and outs of the process. If […]