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Our experience with the team at VisaPlace has been absolutely amazing. Special thank you to Nadia Bakhtiari whom we had the pleasure of partnering with. Nadia was attentive, empathetic, knowledgeable, professional, friendly and accessible. She provided guidance and kept us in the loop every step of the way. We were so impressed with the professionalism and exceptional client experience from VisaPlace that we partnered with them for both our PR application and our citizenship application. Thank you VisaPlace and thank you Nadia!
Work Options for International Students in the United States
Every year students are moving abroad for higher education in the United States through the F-1 visa or M-1 visa. As the US offers many top-class learning institutions and cities for every liking, many individuals are getting more and more serious about the move. When applying for a US student visa, the applicant is asked […]
Immigration to the US as a Physical Therapy Aide
Are you currently working and have experience as a Physical Therapy Aide and are also interested in immigrating to the United States? We have wonderful news for you! The US considers Physical Therapist Aides as highly skilled workers which qualify individuals for many US visa options for this profession, both temporary and permanent. Job Description […]
Do I Need a Co-Sponsor for the K-1 Visa?
The K-1 Visa is a fiance visa made for foreign fiances to move to the United States and get married to their fiance(e) within 90 days. If you’re looking to come to the United States on a K-1 Visa, your sponsor must meet income requirements in order to prove they can provide for you in […]
US Immigration for LGBTQ+ Immigrants
As pride month comes to an end in the United States, we find it important for same-sex couples to understand and explore their immigration options. For decades, many in the US have been fighting for more equality and we are slowly taking a stride forward. In 2015, the US Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage in […]
US TD Visa for Dependents of TN Visa Holders
The Treaty NAFTA visa is also known as the TN visa is known to be one of the fastest pathways for Canadians and Mexicans with a job offer looking to work in the United States. This agreement was established under the United States Canada Mexican Agreement (USCMA) formerly known as NAFTA specifically for Canadian and […]
Prepare to Study in the United States: Checklist, Tips, Resources
Fall semester is right around the corner in the US, and after a challenging year, international students are scrambling to gather everything they need before they make the move. Studying in the United States is a popular option for those looking for higher education and some individuals later explore their options to receiving a permanent […]
US E-2 Visas in 2022: Why Now is a Good Time to Apply
On June 2nd, there was a free Facebook live event where immigration professionals spoke about E2 visas in 2022 and why it may be the perfect path for you. International Legal & RE Expert Lauren Cohen and Fadi Minawi from Visaplace discussed… Watch the Full Video on E-2 Investor Visas in 2022 here: Why Choose […]
IER Relaunched For Entrepreneurs Immigrating to the United States
Many foreign entrepreneurs have been on the lookout for the perfect pathway to immigrate to the United States. Most candidates will pursue US visas like the E2 Visa which allows one to start a US business without a huge investment. Unfortunately, the US doesn’t have any visa programs specifically for start-up founders looking to expand […]
US Citizens Can Travel Back to US with Specific Expired Passports
The United States government has stated that if you are currently overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. How Do I Qualify to Return to the US? You do qualify for […]
US Temporarily Restricts Visitor Travel from India
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! It was announced that the United States plans on restricting travel to the US from India due to the increased amount of COVID cases in India. […]
The US Adds Canada to ‘Do Not Travel’ List
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! On Tuesday, April 20th, the United States added a substantial amount of countries to the State Department’s “Do Not Travel” list – Canada, Mexico, […]
US Immigration Application Backlog: What to Expect
The last few years within US Immigration have been challenging. Not only were work visas banned, but travel restrictions were implemented because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and former President Trump made it difficult for foreigners to reach their immigration goals. As President Biden works hard to reverse any anti-immigration policies, these events along with others […]
Can Visitors Get Covid-19 Vaccine in the US?
The United States of America is producing and distributing more COVID vaccines than anywhere in the world right now. People from outside of the US are desperate to get one of these vaccines. Some people have found a way to jump the line for a COVID-19 vaccine, it’s called Vaccine Tourism. Medical tourism has always […]
Canadians Moving to the US through Investments
Fadi, from VisaPlace Legal, and Shiraz, from Sartorial Wealth of Raymond James Ltd, discussed how Canadians can move to the US through investments. We went on Facebook and YouTube live to discuss this topic and help answer any questions pertaining to moving to the US through investments from Canada. Fadi, the immigration professional, explained the […]
How To Prepare For A Biometrics Appointment in the United States
There are a number of requirements needed and actions to complete when applying for US immigration. In most cases, this includes completing the visa-specific requirements, immigration interview, a medical exam, and attending a biometrics appointment. What is Biometrics? Your biometrics appointment, also known as ASC, is generally scheduled 5–8 weeks after your filing date. Biometrics […]
