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This video gives a brief overview of the L1 Visa Requirements. To summarize, the L1 Visa requires… A qualifying corporate relationship between the transferring entity abroad and the entity in the US. One year of employment abroad as a qualifying manager, executive or specialized knowledge employee. The employee in the US must work in an […]

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This video provides a brief introduction to three US visa options for entrepreneurs. These options include: The E2 Visa: This visa is best for entrepreneurs from treaty countries who want to start and direct a business in the US. The E2 option is not a good fit for those who want a direct path to

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Employers oftentimes want to sponsor an amazing foreign national for a green card but they don’t know where to start. For most types of positions, the employer will start by conducting a test of the US labor market. After government approval, the employer can then apply for the employee’s green card. This process, known as

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Grenada Citizenship by Investment

GRENADA CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT—YOUR KEY TO AN E2 VISA? Benjamin Frear, Esq. Immigration Lawyer For Entrepreneurs, Employers and World Class Performers IMPORTANT UPDATE!!! IN JANUARY 2023 , US REPRESENTATIVE JIM COSTA ANNOUNCED THE PASSAGE OF THE AMIGOS WHICH REQUIRES THOSE WHO OBTAINED CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT TO…have been domiciled in that foreign country for a continuous

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THE PATH FROM L1 VISA TO GREEN CARD STATUS FOR MANAGERS AND EXECUTIVES Business Immigration lawyers are commonly asked if it is possible to transition from the L1 Visa to green card status. Thankfully it is possible. In fact, it is quite common. This is especially true for multinational executives and managers who are in

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In this post, I briefly discuss the different types of L1 Visas.  The L1 Visa is a useful but highly scrutinized employment based visa. It allows employers to transfer highly valued employees from a position abroad to a position in the United States.  The L1 Visa comes with some fairly complex requirements. There are some

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THE BEST ENTREPRENEUR VISA FOR THE USA? The Best Entrepreneur Visa For The USA? There are a number of business visas that enable world class entrepreneurs from all around the world to grow their businesses in the US. Unfortunately, deciding which option to pursue can be challenging.  How Can An Entrepreneur Use The E2 Visa?

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L1 VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYEES Benjamin Frear, Esq. Immigration Lawyer For Entrepreneurs, Employers and World Class Performers Introduction: L1 Visas Requirements for Employees The L1 Visa enables companies to transfer world class employees to a related US based company. In a previous post, I briefly discussed the employer requirements for the L1 Visa. I also

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TN STATUS: 6 THINGS THAT CANADIANS SHOULD KNOW Benjamin Frear, Esq. US Business Immigration Lawyer—Practicing Immigration Law Throughout The US When NAFTA was signed on January 1, 1994, it created the world’s largest free trade area. The agreement also created special visa categories for amazing Canadian professionals who want to bring their unique talents to

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