Enhanced Security Measures Tailored to Each Country Under the Travel Suspension
Yesterday, President Trump released new measures to Section 2 of Executive Order 13780 for enhanced national security. The new measures are aimed at creating minimum requirements for foreign countries to support visa and immigration vetting and adjudications for...
Exceptions to Fraudulent / Preconceived Intent – 30/60/90 Day Rule
Immediate relatives of United States citizens are afforded certain advantages under immigration law. Most foreign nationals who come to the United States and apply for an adjustment of status or change of status are subject to the 30/60/90 – day rule…
What is the RAISE Act?
The purpose provided by the Act’s supporters is to protect American workers, taxpayers, and the American economy by creating a merit based system to prioritize the most highly skilled immigrants. The RAISE Act has not been enacted, so only time will tell what effect the Act will have on immigration.
What are the Effects of the Presidential Executive Order on the Immigration Country Ban?
People can be exempted if visiting someone with whom they have a close familial relationship as determined by the U.S. Department of State. If a refugee meets the criteria they cannot be excluded from entry, even if the 50,000 cap has already been reached or exceeded. Even if nationals from the designated countries do not qualify, they may be…
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