A common question asked by EB-5 investors is: “If I get married during the EB-5 process, can my spouse receive a green card with me?” The answer depends largely on when the marriage occurs. In many cases, the timing of the marriage can determine whether a spouse receives a green card as a derivative beneficiary...
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The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program continues to be a key pathway for foreign investors seeking U.S. permanent residency. Staying aware of upcoming deadlines is essential, with several critical dates in 2026 and 2027 that investors should watch closely. September 30, 2026: Grandfathering Deadline EB-5 petitions filed before September 30, 2026, are statutorily protected under the...
When a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident sponsors a family member for a green card, they must demonstrate that they have sufficient income or assets to support the intending immigrant. This is done through Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, one of the most consequential documents in the family-based immigration process. What Is the Income...
May282026
Whether you are petitioning for an internationally recognized artist under O-1B or for the essential support personnel who make that artist’s work possible under O-2, one phrase tends to appear at the center of nearly every Request for Evidence (RFE): critical role. For O-2 petitions in particular, proving that a foreign national plays a critical...
In yet another attempt to create fear and chaos within the immigration community, USCIS released a memo right before the long weekend reminding its officers that adjustment of status is a form of extraordinary relief. This comes despite decades of USCIS routinely adjudicating and approving adjustment of status applications as a normal part of the...
May212026
A single improper signature could now cost you your filing fee, your case, and precious time. On May 11, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published an Interim Final Rule that fundamentally changes how USCIS handles signature defects on immigration forms. Effective July 10, 2026, the rule gives USCIS officers explicit authority to...
Over the past year, I have seen a growing number of highly educated, accomplished, and genuinely talented professionals assume they qualify for EB-1A classification simply because they have a strong résumé. That is not enough. In 2026, USCIS is scrutinizing EB-1A petitions far more aggressively than it did several years ago. Many denials are not...
Signed into law on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) reshapes the tax landscape for many transactions. The OBBBA is one of the most significant overhauls to the U.S. tax code since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (“TCJA”). Buried in the headlines are several provisions with real, immediate...