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Embassy Administrative Processing & Background Check Guide
Embassy administrative processing can be tricky and frustrating after you’ve applied for a visa. Imagine waiting anxiously for news about your visa application, only to get a confusing email from the embassy. Consular administrative processing is typically defined as 221(g) or “refused’. It can leave you feeling puzzled and wondering, “What does this mean?” Zi…
Administrative Delay Guide: How You Can Shape True Results!
Have you ever tried to untangle the mysteries of the infamous 221G administrative delay? Many wonder whether the color of the stationery, pen colors, or consular office notes really affect the outcome of a visa application delay. Not too long ago, we were asked this pretty interesting question. Get ready for a deep dive into…
Immigrants in California: The Facts
Immigrants make essential contributions to our community. Los Angeles County is home to 3.45 million immigrants, the most of any county nationwide. LA County has more immigrants than the second and third ranked counties (Miami-Dade County, FL and Harris County, TX) combined. Of course, it is not just Los Angeles County. Immigrants are valued members…
Administrative Processing – Who do we sue to resolve it?
When I File A Mandamus Lawsuit To Get My Visa Out Of Administrative Processing, Who Am I Suing? Here is a question that I get all the time from people who are considering hiring me to help them fight an administrative processing delay. When they go to the consulate, and they’re told that their visa…
K-1 Fiancé Visas Will Be Changing
Changes are coming! If you’re engaged to be married and are going through the K-1 Visa petition process, 2020 has been a rough year! During what should be one of the happiest times in your life preparing to get married, you’ve likely faced frustrating delays, problems at the National Visa Center, or consulates around the…
How to BREAK THROUGH visa delays at the National Visa Center!
Everything you need to know Hey! It’s Josh here again. It’s no secret: The National Visa Center is a source of TREMENDOUS FRUSTRATION for people going through a VISA petition process. In other words…It seems their job is to keep you stuck FOREVER. (Which would make president Trump very happy…) That’s why today, I want to share…
How to Bring a Successful U Visa Petition in California
If you or your loved one was the victim of a crime, the U visa offers a potential form of immigration relief. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) describes a U visa as a type of nonimmigrant status that is available to certain crime victims who suffered significant trauma and provided assistance to…
How K-1 Fiance Visas Will be Different Under Biden
I’ll tell you everything that’s going to happen Hey! It’s Josh here again. Yes, there’s no denying it has been quite the election week. And if you’ve been following me for a while already, you know where I stand in politics: I Stand With The Candidate Who’ll Do The Most For Immigrants! Of course, with Joe…
Do Unemployment Benefits Hurt Your Chances as a Visa Petitioner for Your Family?
Today, I’m going to talk about unemployment benefits. Right now, the economy is not doing well. Hopefully you’re gainfully employed. But if you’re not or if you lose your job, can you take unemployment benefits? And if you did so, would that affect your immigration case? I’ve gotten this question three times. And two of…
Mandamus Lawsuits Offer Hope for Delayed Asylum Decisions
Applying for asylum is difficult and waiting for a delayed asylum decision can be stressful. We understand what you’re going through and want to help you with your refugee status. In our discussion, we’ll cover how long the wait can be and share tips to make it easier. Our goal is to offer hope and…