Global immigration

Any I 485 approvals this week? Could you please share your timelines.

I’m filling out N-400 (Application for Naturalization). One of the questions asks “If the law requires it, are you willing to bear arms on behalf of the United States”. Does answering No to this quest… more

Am i screwed if I get L1b?

I am.currently talking to big 4 US after getting offer (im at europe big4)

I am not a manager but I have strong evidence where i managed hiring ppl in my practice,client engagement as an EM equivalen… more

Hello,

I am looking for instructions on how to find a job in Costa Rica. My wife and I decided to relocate our family to Costa Rica. I need advice from a local employment agency on whether I can start … more

Community help:
If I’m already with advance paroled in the green card process do I need to renew my L1a visa?

EAD + AP: anyone recently travelled to India and back without any issues?

Any EB1C approvals this week? Could you share your timelines?

Which are the mid tier consulting firms that currently sponsor h1b (non big 4 or Accenture)?

I started a new job one month ago but regret. If I boomerang back to my previous firm (who sponsored my approved I140), do I need to re-do the entire PERM process?

Any good services for filing taxes as a dual status tax resident? I was F1 Opt until mid October and H1B since then. In New York. i will likely owe some 2K federal and get a 2K refund state.

I will be relocating to a new country for a new job. Anyone have some tips on what I should be aware of? No visa process(EU to EU), the company is offering relocation assistance. I have 3 options for … more

Has anyone moved from UK to Spain as a graphic designer/UX UI designer/digital product designer? I’m looking to do so and would like some advice!

Anyone with recent GC approved from EB1C path? If so could you please share your timelines! Thank you!!

Hi, community members! What do you think about working in the US, the UK, the EU or Canada? Which country is better to work?

Hi everyone,

Does anyone know of a legitimate company in the UK that’s currently hiring Health Care Assistants / Support Workers and supports visa switching (Skilled Worker route)? I’m actively looking and able to… more

Do you report your parents oversees as dependents on your taxes? I send at least $500/ month to support them. Do you report these as dependents expenses or gift/charity?

Anyone waiting on their H1B extension, or just got approved. Mine was filed Aug 2025 end and the processing timeline has gone up to 8 months. Anyone actually receiving approvals or just recd and if yo… more

Anyone with recently approved EB1C green card can share their timelines from I 140 approval to I 485 approval (for concurrent fillings), especially if you were retrogressed ahead of your date becoming… more

Has anyone heard about this pause in visas from 75 countries? Apparently it was said by Fox News reporters

Visa stamping question. I recently went back to home country to refresh my H1B visa stamp with a new 3-year period I797 form. However I ended up getting a 1-year limit visa stamp which i found interes… more

Do you file your parents as dependents if they live with you and you pay their expenses?

MBB internationals - did your company sponsor you for EB1C after 1 year working abroad, even if not in an official manager title ? Eg as an associate?

Is it normal to get an H1B visa rejection pending social media review these days?

Can you request for an employment letter from Deloitte reflecting your start and end dates when you have already submitted resignation?

I am a chartered stockbroker in Nigeria and I am interested in a working as a sales and trading broker /relationship manager in the UK, US or Asia or Middle East. Can You advice me on what i need to … more

Has anyone tried to renew a TN visa while having their I-130 pending? While complicated, I’ve heard its possible and would love to hear anyones experience

How long is it taking for EB1C with approved I 140 (concurrent filing for I 485), updated medicals. My date just became current as of Jan 1.

I didn’t get my H1B last year so my company transferred me to London. I’m planning to stick it out here for the next 4-5 years till I make manager, after which I can come back on a L1A visa. What’s the L1->EB1… more

I’m currently on L1A and considering the H1B as a contingency. If selected, my employer may file H-1B via change of status this year. However, my I-40 hasn’t been filed yet. Would the change of status… more

Does anyone know if BCG still sponsors green cards post MBA? I know they normally do after a year of joining but was wondering if the policies have changed given recent political climate.

I’m relocating to Canada this year and would really like to mingle with people already there to help me blend in and adjust smoothly.

Hi everyone,
Has anyone with a PERM filed in August 2024 received approval yet?

My PERM was filed on August 6, 2024 and is still in “Analyst Review.” Trying to understand current timelines.

A few quick questions:
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Need suggestions for insurance for parents who are coming to visit US for 3 months. Anyone who has experience with insurance that actually paid out for any emergency visits, pls suggest.

I’m a US citizen and given my mom is alone, I sponsored her GC and brought her to live with me here in US. She stays in US 6 month a year and with my Brother in a different country for other 6 months.… more

Hi, anyone has experience self-petitioning through the EB2 - NIW path, from the perspective of future plans of starting a business within the US, that will definitely bring value and impact within a c… more

NJ/NY based folks - any recommendations for a good immigration lawyer? Need help with I131 reentry permit on GC. Thanks

I recently applied for a care role advertised for Fitzwarren Care Home UK. Throughout the process, I experienced repeated redirection to a non connected board and unclear communication regarding whether my applic… more

Hi all,
Has any US law firm associate tried working remotely abroad with their firm using an Employer of Record or as a 1099 independent contractor?
Thanks!