The 5 most common mistakes in a family-based petition
When your family depends on a form Behind every family-based petition there is more than just a case number: there are video calls, birthdays on a screen, and life plans on hold while everyone waits for an answer. In legal terms, the tool is called a family-based petition (usually through Form I-130, Petition for Alien […]
When H-1B gets stuck: a story-driven map to keep you moving
They told Ana luck wasn’t on her side. A data engineer, fresh out of a U.S. master’s program on OPT, her employer entered her in the H-1B lottery and the email she was waiting for never came. Bruno, a manager in Bogotá at a company that opened a market in Florida, worries about something else: […]
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 […]
TPS for Venezuela faces uncertainty: decisions, consequences, and legal alternatives
On October 3, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court (https://www.reuters.com/world/us-supreme-court-lets-trump-strip-temporary-status-venezuelan-migrants-2025-10-03/) voted 6–3 (conservative majority vs. progressive minority) to allow the Trump administration to move forward with ending Temporary Protected Status, TPS (https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/temporary-protected-status) for Venezuelan nationals. This decision overturned the order of federal judge Edward Chen, who had kept the program in place while litigation continued. In […]
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 […]
From father to son: ensure your business survives generations
Building a successful business in the United States is like producing an iconic studio album: it requires vision, dedication, strategy, and a bit of intuition. But if you don’t plan how to pass it on to your children, your legacy can lose momentum or even disappear. The question thousands of entrepreneurs face every year 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 […]
What employers look for when sponsoring an H-1B visa
Think of a scene from The Office (U.S. version) where a new employee joins Dunder Mifflin, and everyone is watching closely to see if they’ll fit in, deliver results, and handle the company’s pace. In real life, employers in the U.S. sponsoring an H-1B visa are looking for exactly that: talent that not only masters […]
