DV Lottery

We’re excited to announce the launch of a new blog series dedicated to exploring the EB-1A visa criteria in depth. Over the coming weeks, we’ll break down each of the 10 criteria one by one, showing what counts, how it works, and how you can use it to strengthen your petition. This series is designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, artists, …

Good news for EB-5 investors and regional centers: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a 14% reduction in EB-5 filing fees, offering welcome relief to stakeholders in this vital job-creating program. The proposal comes just a year after DHS raised EB-5 filing fees by nearly 300%, a sharp increase that drew concern across the industry. The EB-5 …

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA” or simply the Big Beautiful Bill), which came into effect in July 2025, stands out as the first major comprehensive law introduced by the Trump administration. As a sweeping tax reform, OBBBA is considered one of the most significant fiscal policy shifts in recent U.S. history. Fundamentally, it is a tax-cut law designed …

In a significant shift in immigration policy, the U.S. government has introduced a new parole program aimed at providing relief to U.S. citizens’ spouses and stepchildren who entered the country unlawfully. This initiative reflects a broader effort to address complex immigration issues with compassion and practicality. Here’s a detailed look at what this new program entails and its potential implications. …

The green card lottery (or the “diversity lottery”) for 2025 (DV-2027) is NOT OPEN YET. The most important thing to know: There’s only one way to legitimately enter. Don’t listen to any of the websites out there that say they will give you a special service or a higher chance of winning, it’s never real. So what else is very …

The path to U.S. citizenship is getting a refresh. Starting October 20, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will roll out a revamped civics test for naturalization applicants. This isn’t just a tweak—it’s a significant overhaul designed to deepen civic understanding while keeping the process fair. Whether you’re preparing to apply for citizenship or just curious about the …

When an employer files an I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker under the EB-3 category, USCIS requires evidence that the employer has the financial ability to pay the offered wage. This obligation begins from the priority date (the date the PERM application was filed) and continues until the foreign worker becomes a permanent resident.Under 8 C.F.R. § 204.5(g)(2), an employer …

1. Overview The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a significant revision to the fee structure applicable to EB-5 investors and regional centers. The proposal would reduce most filing fees charged by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), introduce several new petition types and fees, and realign overall costs with current operational and processing needs under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 …

With a population of approximately 8.5 million and an average of over 60 million annual visitors, New York, the apple of the United States’ eye, serves as the starting point for those who wish to live the American dream. While the idea of settling in this great city can be immensely exciting, the complexity of the U.S. immigration process can …

There has been ongoing debate about whether U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) can deny a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) entry into the United States. All international travelers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, are subject to CBP inspection upon arrival at an airport or land border. During this process, CBP will determine whether the individual qualifies as a returning resident …