Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
USCIS Releases Recommendations for Paper Filings to Avoid Scanning Delays
Don't make a mistake that could delay your application being scanned and received by USCIS. Here are the do's and don't of paper filings.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Nov 9
- 2 min
E2 Visas: Department of State Provides Clarification on "Real and Operating" for E2 Enterprises
The US Department of State recently provided clarification on the exact meaning of "real and operating" as used in the E2 visa regulations.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Sep 30
- 2 min
E2 Visas Under $100,000. Read About Our Recent Approval!
Read about one of our recent E2 visa approvals with an investment amount under $100,000.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Mar 3
- 1 min
TPS for Ukraine!
DHS just designated Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status for the next 18 months.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Feb 9
- 2 min
E2 Approval With Less Than $100K Investment in Fitness Gym Franchise
Read about our recent E2 approval for an applicant who only invested $80,000 to start a new fitness gym in the US.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Dec 23, 2021
- 1 min
Can You Remain in the US After Your Visa Expires?
Do you have to leave the US when your visa expires? Generally, no. Your visa does not control how long you can stay in the US.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Dec 15, 2021
- 1 min
Traveling on a B visa to Apply for Adjustment of Status in the US
Be careful not to misuse your B visa. Do not travel to the US on a B visa with the intent to apply for a green card.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Nov 29, 2021
- 4 min
New COVID-19 Omicron Variant US Travel Ban - Planning Your Trip to the US
Summary: Biden instituted a new set of COVID-19 travel restrictions in response to the Omicron variant, adding many Southern African...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Oct 27, 2021
- 1 min
New COVID Travel Restrictions for Nonimmigrants Coming to the US
Here is an overview of the new COVID-19 US travel restrictions that will take effect on November 8, 2021.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Sep 20, 2021
- 1 min
Immediately Check Your I-94 After You Arrive in the US
As soon as you arrive in the US, immediately check the date that CBP wrote on your passport stamp and the date on your online I-94. This...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- May 30, 2021
- 3 min
How To Take Advantage of the International Entrepreneur Parole Program
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is continuing the International Entrepreneur (IE) parole program!
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- May 28, 2021
- 4 min
How to Apply for Burmese (Myanmar) TPS
Burmese nationals who are currently in the United States have just been granted TPS until November 25, 2022. They can now submit a TPS...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Apr 1, 2021
- 1 min
The H/L/J Visa Ban Has Expired! What Does That Mean for You?
On March 31, 2021, the ban on issuance of certain H/L/J nonimmigrant visas expired. However, travel restrictions and due to COVID-19...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Mar 31, 2021
- 5 min
The Difference Between a Visa Validity Period and Authorized Period of Stay
Having a US visa does not guarantee you entry to the US, and the validity period of your visa is unrelated to your authorized period of...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Mar 20, 2021
- 5 min
Syria TPS: How to Register (or Re-Register)
Syrians have been granted TPS until September 30, 2022. Here is how to register or re-register...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Mar 17, 2021
- 2 min
Update on the Public Charge Rule: I-944 No Longer Needed
Summary: The I-944 is no longer needed! But the I-864 is still in force, and you should not ignore RFEs related to the I-944. You may...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Mar 8, 2021
- 4 min
How to Apply for Venezuelan TPS
Venezuelans who are currently in the United States have just been granted TPS until September 9, 2022.
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Mar 2, 2021
- 4 min
Why You Shouldn’t Trust “Immigration Services” Companies
Have you ever encountered an “immigration services” company or a “notario publico”? These companies and individuals claim that they can...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Feb 25, 2021
- 2 min
The Travel Ban Has Been Lifted! What Does That Mean for You?
On February 24, 2021, President Biden issued a Presidential Proclamation which lifted the travel ban on immigrant visas that President...
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Daniel Shaffer, Esq.
- Feb 22, 2021
- 1 min
Leaving the US Before Your Extension of Stay Is Approved
With the COVID-19 virus slowing down normal processing times, I have been getting one question frequently: “I applied for an extension of...
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