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...
In the United States, many jobs remain open, especially those in specialized fields, even after searching for job candidates for an extensive amount of time. Many industries in Louisiana rely on the skill and knowledge of immigrant workers who come to the United...
U.S. immigration laws allow immigrants to secure permission to enter the country each year for specific work-related purposes. Individuals hoping to come live and work in Louisiana may seek employment visas to fulfill specific needs of American employers. The tech...
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...
The success and competitiveness of certain aspects of the economy in Louisiana and the United States as a whole has long been reliant on the admission of highly skilled immigrations into the country. However, because of a backlog of visa applications and changes to...
When you learned that you’ll be among thousands of immigrants who arrive in Louisiana on an employment-based visa, you were no doubt excited and a bit nervous at the same time. Especially if it would be your first time entering the U.S., you might be worried about...
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...
A recent move from the House Rule Committee could provide new opportunities for those hoping to come to the United States for work purposes. The committee suggested a new type of visa that is specifically for individuals coming to the United States to produce...
Immigration continues to be one of the most complex and highly contested issues for U.S. lawmakers, and it often seems as if no meaningful change will ever happen. However, a recently proposed bill offers some hope for undocumented immigrants in Louisiana who need to...
Living and working in the United States is a privilege desired by many individuals around the world. One of the main reasons for immigrants to enter this country is for employment purposes, often filling specialized roles. Immigrants who are currently employed in the...