Seeking to enter the United States for personal reasons, work purposes or to seek safety are all valid reasons to apply for a visa. There are different types of visas, and the right one for the individual depends on his or her long-term goals and intentions once...
US Immigration Law
Do you need to prepare for a Stokes Interview?
The day of your wedding in Louisiana may have been one of the happiest days of your life. Perhaps it took a long time for you to be able to come to the United States from your country of origin. By the time you were able to plan your wedding, you may have quite ready...
A master hearing and other removal issues
If you’re one of many Louisiana immigrants who have been given a “Notice to Appear,” you might be feeling worried and anxious about upcoming legal proceedings. In a perfect world, everyone who enters the United States from another country of origin would have all of...
African visa applicants facing extensive challenges
The pandemic affected many functions of the U.S. government, including immigration processes. Because of the shutdown and less staffing at many offices, including in Louisiana, there is an extensive backlog of visa applications in most categories. Reports indicate...
Entrance into the United States as an immigrant religious worker
While there are many who want to immigrate to the United States, there are strict requirements for those who are applying to do so. Those seeking entrance into the country must be eligible for a specific type of visa, but there are limits to the number of visas...
Long waits for those applying for E-2 investor visas
The process of gaining entry into the United States is a long and arduous process, especially for those seeking certain types of visas. Gaining permission to live and work in the United States is based on applying for a specific visa based on the immigrant’s goals and...
Green card eligibility following a spouse’s death
You might be one of many Louisiana residents who came to the United States from another country of origin. Perhaps you married a U.S. citizen and chose to lay your family roots in this state as you began your life together. Like most spouses, you undoubtedly expected...
Petitions for religious workers
If you’re interested in temporarily relocating to the United States to do religious work, there are several issues to keep in mind to help you prepare for your journey. It is important to make sure that you clearly understand the application process for obtaining a...
Immigration options for investors and entrepreneurs
Entering the United States for work or business purposes is a complex process that comes with many challenges. Investors and entrepreneurs who are investing in the operations of a Louisiana-based business could have certain immigration options available to them,...
EB5 investor visa needs renewal and reform
Through various visa programs, foreign nationals can come to the United States to pursue a path to citizenship. This often involves seeking naturalization through a family visa program, but certain employment programs also provide this opportunity. In fact, the United...
