Under certain circumstances, you may be able to request an expedited visa appointment from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), such as when you're in an emergency situation or sustain substantial financial loss. It's important to know which situations may warrant expedited... read more
Recent Blog Posts
Public Charge Rule Barred in Illinois
In mid-June, a Seventh Circuit panel upheld the decision to bar a federal public charge rule in Illinois. The new policy from the Trump administration aims to create additional obstacles for immigrants who are seeking green cards while living on food stamps, public benefits, or housing... read more
Which Visa Services Can Immigrants Receive During COVID-19 Pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic caused an abrupt halt to many visa services, however, in the past month many of these services have resumed. Individuals wishing to work or study in the United States should closely monitor the latest updates from the US Department of State and contact a Chicago... read more
Trump Temporarily Halts New H1-B and Other Job Visas
President Trump has recently suspended H-1B and other types of visas, a move that many businesses are opposing because of the prevention of recruiting foreign talent from abroad. The Executive Order Blocking Work Visas In late June, Trump signed an executive order barring as many as... read more
Immigration Interview? Here’s What NOT to Do
If an individual applying for immigration is required to undergo an immigration interview with the Bureau of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), there are certain things to do and avoid doing throughout the interview. Any missteps during an interview could harm an individual's... read more