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May Chinese Nationals invest in Florida?
Recently, LOIGICA Immigration Attorneys, has received many inquiries about Chinese Nationals investing in Florida, particularly regarding a new Florida State Senate Bill, that has been signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, and promptly enacted into law. We understand, upon initial review, this can appear complex and may even evoke a sense of uncertainty. However, we are […]
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Lawsuit challenges the $100,000 H-1B visa fee: what we know so far
In September 2025, President Donald Trump’s administration announced a measure that sparked strong reactions among employers, legal professionals, and foreign workers: an additional $100,000 fee for all new H-1B visa petitions, effective September 21, 2025. The measure was introduced through a presidential proclamation, justified as a way to strengthen domestic competitiveness and ensure that […]
Case denied: avoid the immigration mistakes that could cost you your visa
Every year, thousands of people see their plans to live or work legally in the United States cut short because of an avoidable mistake. Aware of this reality, LOIGICA launched a powerful campaign called “Case Denied,” a series of educational videos that reveal the most common immigration errors that can lead to a visa denial […]
H-1B for mid-sized companies: how to compete for global talent without being Big Tech
For years, most conversations about the H-1B visa have been reduced to a single question: “Did I get selected in the lottery or not?” That view has a problem: it reduces your professional project in United States to a registration number and a confirmation email. In the current environment, with more controls, new selection rules […]
H-1B and talent retention: what happens to your career when the goal is not just “winning the slot”
For years, most conversations about the H-1B visa have been reduced to a single question: “Did I get selected in the lottery or not?” That view has a problem: it reduces your professional project in United States to a registration number and a confirmation email. In the current environment, with more controls, new selection rules […]
Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans: decisions beyond the first million dollars
The Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans is being promoted as a new fast track to residence in United States for those able to contribute 1,000,000 dollars (or more) to the federal government. For many readers in Latin America —business families, company owners, senior executives, diversified investors— the question seems obvious: if I […]
Gold Card in United States: everything you need to know in 2026
In just a few days, the so-called Gold Card in United States went from being a political announcement to becoming one of the most talked-about topics in the immigration system. The idea is easy to summarize but complex to evaluate: a fast track to permanent residence in exchange for a seven-figure contribution to the federal […]
What’s coming in 2026: immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States
Talking about migration to United States today without talking about immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States is like watching only half of the movie. In 2025, the combination of more reviews, more data cross-checks, and more discretion for authorities is redefining how families, executives, investors, and global companies relate to […]
Trump suspends citizenship and green cards for 19 countries: legal implications and possible paths
As of December 3, 2025, a memorandum from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) ordered the suspension of processing for permanent residence (green card) applications, naturalization, and certain immigration benefits for nationals of 19 countries classified as “high risk.” Among those countries are Cuba, Haiti, and Venezuela, as well as Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Burundi, […]
Case denied: avoid the immigration mistakes that could cost you your visa
Every year, thousands of people see their plans to live or work legally in the United States cut short because of an avoidable mistake. Aware of this reality, LOIGICA launched a powerful campaign called “Case Denied,” a series of educational videos that reveal the most common immigration errors that can lead to a visa denial […]
EB-1 vs. O-1: which one is better for your career in the U.S.?
If you are a distinguished professional, artist, executive, scientist, or high-level athlete from Latin America, you have probably heard about EB-1 and O-1 visas for working in the United States. Both recognize extraordinary talent, but they have different objectives, requirements, and benefits. Choosing the right visa depends on your professional trajectory, long-term goals, and the […]
Expiration of family reunification parole: scenarios and legal options
For many families, family reunification parole was, for a time, a bridge: a way to enter United States under a regulated process while waiting for an immigrant visa based on an already-approved family petition. That bridge was always meant to be temporary, but the government’s recent decision to end all family reunification parole programs has […]
Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans: decisions beyond the first million dollars
The Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans is being promoted as a new fast track to residence in United States for those able to contribute 1,000,000 dollars (or more) to the federal government. For many readers in Latin America —business families, company owners, senior executives, diversified investors— the question seems obvious: if I […]
Gold Card in United States: everything you need to know in 2026
In just a few days, the so-called Gold Card in United States went from being a political announcement to becoming one of the most talked-about topics in the immigration system. The idea is easy to summarize but complex to evaluate: a fast track to permanent residence in exchange for a seven-figure contribution to the federal […]
End of family reunification parole: deadlines and risks of doing nothing
Amid all the recent immigration changes, one decision directly affects thousands of families from Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti and Honduras: the end of family reunification parole (Family Reunification Parole, FRP). Until very recently, this process was a regulated way for certain beneficiaries of approved family petitions to enter United States while they […]
What’s coming in 2026: immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States
Talking about migration to United States today without talking about immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States is like watching only half of the movie. In 2025, the combination of more reviews, more data cross-checks, and more discretion for authorities is redefining how families, executives, investors, and global companies relate to […]
Trump suspends citizenship and green cards for 19 countries: legal implications and possible paths
As of December 3, 2025, a memorandum from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) ordered the suspension of processing for permanent residence (green card) applications, naturalization, and certain immigration benefits for nationals of 19 countries classified as “high risk.” Among those countries are Cuba, Haiti, and Venezuela, as well as Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Burundi, […]
Expiration of family reunification parole: scenarios and legal options
For many families, family reunification parole was, for a time, a bridge: a way to enter United States under a regulated process while waiting for an immigrant visa based on an already-approved family petition. That bridge was always meant to be temporary, but the government’s recent decision to end all family reunification parole programs has […]
Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans: decisions beyond the first million dollars
The Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans is being promoted as a new fast track to residence in United States for those able to contribute 1,000,000 dollars (or more) to the federal government. For many readers in Latin America —business families, company owners, senior executives, diversified investors— the question seems obvious: if I […]
Gold Card in United States: everything you need to know in 2026
In just a few days, the so-called Gold Card in United States went from being a political announcement to becoming one of the most talked-about topics in the immigration system. The idea is easy to summarize but complex to evaluate: a fast track to permanent residence in exchange for a seven-figure contribution to the federal […]
End of family reunification parole: deadlines and risks of doing nothing
Amid all the recent immigration changes, one decision directly affects thousands of families from Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti and Honduras: the end of family reunification parole (Family Reunification Parole, FRP). Until very recently, this process was a regulated way for certain beneficiaries of approved family petitions to enter United States while they […]
What’s coming in 2026: immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States
Talking about migration to United States today without talking about immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States is like watching only half of the movie. In 2025, the combination of more reviews, more data cross-checks, and more discretion for authorities is redefining how families, executives, investors, and global companies relate to […]
Trump suspends citizenship and green cards for 19 countries: legal implications and possible paths
As of December 3, 2025, a memorandum from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) ordered the suspension of processing for permanent residence (green card) applications, naturalization, and certain immigration benefits for nationals of 19 countries classified as “high risk.” Among those countries are Cuba, Haiti, and Venezuela, as well as Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Burundi, […]
Thanksgiving and migration: 7 legal decisions that make the difference for 2026
On Thanksgiving, many people take stock: what worked this year, what turned out differently than expected, and what cannot stay the same. In migration it is the same: it is not just about “having a visa”, but deciding what place you want your life project in United States to occupy in 2026 and what legal […]
Migration opportunities from Canada to the United States
Canada and the United States share one of the most stable and productive relationships in the Western Hemisphere. Throughout history, mobility between the two countries has been a key driver of economic development, talent exchange, and business expansion. In recent years, however, there has been a notable increase in Canadian citizens seeking to cross the […]
Case denied: avoid the immigration mistakes that could cost you your visa
Every year, thousands of people see their plans to live or work legally in the United States cut short because of an avoidable mistake. Aware of this reality, LOIGICA launched a powerful campaign called “Case Denied,” a series of educational videos that reveal the most common immigration errors that can lead to a visa denial […]
H-1B update: $100,000 fee applies only to new petitions, not current visa holders
The past 48 hours have been filled with confusion surrounding the Presidential Proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, entitled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers”. Initially, the proclamation appeared to require a $100,000 payment for any H-1B worker outside the United States to reenter starting at 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025, leading […]
H-1B alert: new $100,000 travel restriction takes effect September 21, 2025
On September 19, 2025, President Trump signed a proclamation that has already shaken the foundations of the H-1B visa program. The order, titled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers”, states that beginning at 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025, H-1B workers outside of the United States will not be allowed to reenter the […]
Trump 2025: what you need to know if you plan to move to the United States
Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2025 has reshaped the immigration landscape in the United States. From his very first day in office, the president has reinstated and deepened restrictive measures that affect both those seeking to enter the country without legal status and those already living in the U.S. under temporary visas. […]
H-1B: the new ‘weighted lottery’ and what it means for employers and professionals
The H-1B visa continues to be one of the most sought-after pathways for highly skilled professionals seeking opportunities in the United States. Traditionally, the selection process has been based on a random lottery system. However, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a proposal that could significantly reshape the H-1B registration process. What is […]
H-1B update: $100,000 fee applies only to new petitions, not current visa holders
The past 48 hours have been filled with confusion surrounding the Presidential Proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, entitled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers”. Initially, the proclamation appeared to require a $100,000 payment for any H-1B worker outside the United States to reenter starting at 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025, leading […]
H-1B alert: new $100,000 travel restriction takes effect September 21, 2025
On September 19, 2025, President Trump signed a proclamation that has already shaken the foundations of the H-1B visa program. The order, titled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers”, states that beginning at 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025, H-1B workers outside of the United States will not be allowed to reenter the […]
How to transfer key employees to the U.S. with an L1 visa
In today’s global economy, companies expanding into the United States often face the challenge of bringing along the talent that has been essential to their success. The L1 visa has become the main tool to transfer executives, managers, or employees with specialized knowledge to a U.S. subsidiary or affiliate. Understanding how this process works is […]
How to register a U.S. company as a foreign founder?
Starting a business in the United States is one of the most strategic decisions a foreign entrepreneur can make. It is not only about expanding borders, but about gaining access to the world’s largest market and an unparalleled innovation ecosystem. To achieve this, it is necessary to understand that the legal and tax process is […]
Why protecting your brand in the U.S. is key to growth
In business, few assets are as valuable — and at the same time as vulnerable — as a brand. It’s not just a logo, a catchy name, or a slogan. A brand embodies reputation, consumer trust, and long-term value. In fact, according to Forbes, intangible assets like brands and intellectual property account for over 80% […]
Expiration of family reunification parole: scenarios and legal options
For many families, family reunification parole was, for a time, a bridge: a way to enter United States under a regulated process while waiting for an immigrant visa based on an already-approved family petition. That bridge was always meant to be temporary, but the government’s recent decision to end all family reunification parole programs has […]
Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans: decisions beyond the first million dollars
The Gold Card for high net worth Latin Americans is being promoted as a new fast track to residence in United States for those able to contribute 1,000,000 dollars (or more) to the federal government. For many readers in Latin America —business families, company owners, senior executives, diversified investors— the question seems obvious: if I […]
Gold Card in United States: everything you need to know in 2026
In just a few days, the so-called Gold Card in United States went from being a political announcement to becoming one of the most talked-about topics in the immigration system. The idea is easy to summarize but complex to evaluate: a fast track to permanent residence in exchange for a seven-figure contribution to the federal […]
End of family reunification parole: deadlines and risks of doing nothing
Amid all the recent immigration changes, one decision directly affects thousands of families from Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti and Honduras: the end of family reunification parole (Family Reunification Parole, FRP). Until very recently, this process was a regulated way for certain beneficiaries of approved family petitions to enter United States while they […]
What’s coming in 2026: immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States
Talking about migration to United States today without talking about immigration control, estate planning strategy, and asset protection in United States is like watching only half of the movie. In 2025, the combination of more reviews, more data cross-checks, and more discretion for authorities is redefining how families, executives, investors, and global companies relate to […]
Trump suspends citizenship and green cards for 19 countries: legal implications and possible paths
As of December 3, 2025, a memorandum from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) ordered the suspension of processing for permanent residence (green card) applications, naturalization, and certain immigration benefits for nationals of 19 countries classified as “high risk.” Among those countries are Cuba, Haiti, and Venezuela, as well as Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Burundi, […]