Self Petition News – 2023-12-04
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News Articles
- U.S. Department of State Announces Domestic Visa Renewal Pilot Program
- Can I apply for an NIW if I have previously been denied a Green Card or visa?
- What types of evidence should I submit?
- Understanding the U.S. Domicile Requirement for Alien Relative Petition Sponsors
U.S. Department of State Announces Domestic Visa Renewal Pilot Program
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced a pilot program for domestic visa renewals, set to begin in December 2023. Initially, the program will be limited to H1B renewals and will issue a maximum of 20,000 visas between December 2023 and February 2024. This is the first time in two decades that the DOS will issue visas domestically. The pilot program is part of a broader effort to reduce backlog and improve visa processing times at U.S. consular posts abroad. The complete details of the program are expected to be released soon. The initiative is expected to simplify the process of working, studying, or living in the U.S. for individuals.
Date: 2023/11/29
Can I apply for an NIW if I have previously been denied a Green Card or visa?
Yes, you can apply for an NIW (National Interest Waiver) even if you have previously been denied a Green Card or visa. However, the reason for your previous denial may affect your new application. If the denial was due to ineligibility or fraud, it may be difficult to get an approval. If it was due to a lack of evidence or meeting criteria, you may have a better chance with an NIW, especially if your situation has changed. As an advanced degree holder, you are in a favorable position for an NIW, as one of the criteria is that the applicant’s work must have substantial intrinsic merit and benefit the U.S. Your advanced degree may help demonstrate this, as it can show that you have unique skills or knowledge that can contribute to the national interest.
Date: 2023/12/04
What types of evidence should I submit?
Any evidence that you think can meet the EB1A USCIS criteria would be useful. For an EB1A green card application, a range of evidence can be submitted to demonstrate extraordinary ability. Examples include major international awards, national awards, membership in exclusive professional associations, published material about the applicant, scholarly articles, or exhibitions, serving as a judge of others in the field, and evidence of high salary or other significant remuneration in relation to others in the field. The evidence should be carefully chosen to best represent the applicant’s accomplishments and recognition in their field. It is also important to include letters of recommendation from experts who can attest to the applicant’s extraordinary ability and explain why they are among the top few percent in their field.
Date: 2023/12/04
Understanding the U.S. Domicile Requirement for Alien Relative Petition Sponsors
To qualify as a sponsor for an alien relative petition (form I-130), the petitioner must demonstrate a U.S. domicile, meaning the U.S. is their principal place of residence and where they intend to stay for the foreseeable future. This requirement is not satisfied by U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status alone. A joint sponsor cannot relieve a primary sponsor’s U.S. domicile requirement. A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident can maintain a U.S. domicile while living abroad under certain conditions. If living abroad, a sponsor must demonstrate the establishment of or intent to establish a U.S. domicile prior to the beneficiary’s adjustment of status to qualify as a sponsor. Evidence of a U.S. domicile can include a U.S. bank account, U.S. employment, or registering children in U.S. schools.
Date: 2023/11/27
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