Category Archives: Immigration
What To Know About Applying For An E-1 Visa
Are you preparing to apply for an E-1 visa? It is an immigration option that is well-suited for certain situations. To get an E-1 visa application approved, it is imperative that you submit a comprehensive and well-supported package. At Ellenberg Law Group, we have the skills and legal expertise to help people apply for… Read More »
Five Qualities To Look For In A Philadelphia Immigration Attorney
Immigrants help to form the backbone of the economy and our society. According to data cited by the Migration Policy Institute (MPI), 27 percent of people in the United States are themselves immigrants or are the child of an immigrant. Navigating the immigration process can be challenging. For a number of different reasons, you… Read More »
What Is Temporary Protected Status (TPS)?
The United States has certain specialized immigration options in place for vulnerable people. One notable example is Temporary Protected Status or “TPS.” Eligible foreign nationals who cannot—in the view of the U.S. government—safely return to their country of origin may be able remain in the country via TPS. There are many myths and misconceptions… Read More »
What Is The Difference Between An E1 Visa And An E2 Visa?
As described by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), E visas are a specialized type of work-related visa designed for temporary traders/investors who are coming to the United States for a limited period of time. Most E visa holders must apply for the E-1 visa or the E-2 visa. Here, our Philadelphia immigration… Read More »
Your Guide To L-1 Visas
L-1 visas are temporary, non-immigrant visas reserved for qualifying foreign nationals to come and work in the United States on an “L-1 status.” According to the Office of Policy and Strategy Research and Evaluation Division, USCIS approved nearly 30,000 L-1 visa petitions in FY 2019 alone—with approximately 12,000 being for new employment and 17,000… Read More »
Applying For An O-1 Visa? Key Things You Should Know
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) explains that an O-1 visa is a specialized type of visa that is reserved for individuals who possess extraordinary abilities in a qualifying field. Are you considering applying to obtain an O-1 visa? There are many myths and misunderstandings about the qualification standard and the application… Read More »
Immigration Law: What Is International Entrepreneur Parole (IEP)?
Entrepreneurs make important contributions to the American economy. They take the risk to build new and innovative companies that will employ people in the future. International Entrepreneur Parole (IEP) is a specialized immigration option for foreign entrepreneurs who are interested in coming to the United States. In this blog post, our Philadelphia immigration lawyer… Read More »
Parole In Place (PIP): An Immigration Option For Family Of Certain Military Members/Veterans
Immigrants make incredibly important contributions to the United States military. MPI reports that there are more than 500,000 American military veterans who are themselves immigrants. There are another 1.9 million military veterans who are the children of immigrants. Parole in Place (PIP) is a unique immigration option that is available for certain families of… Read More »
What Is An E-2 Non Immigrant Visa?
There are a wide range of different paths for foreign nationals to come to live and work in the United States. The E-2 visa is a non-immigrant visa through which nationals of “treaty” countries can apply to live and work in America. The E-2 visa is an important but sometimes misunderstood option. In this… Read More »
What Is The Difference Between An F-1 Visa And M-1 Visa?
The U.S. is home to some of the world’s top colleges and universities. In Southeast Pennsylvania alone, there is Villanova University, the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, Swarthmore College, and much more. Many international students come to the country to study. According to data from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), there are… Read More »
