VISA2US Blog

VISA2US secured an EB-2 NIW approval for a Ph.D. electrical engineering researcher by strategically positioning his research-focused proposed endeavor and academic trajectory to align with U.S. national priorities in renewable energy, grid stability, and energy storage.

One of the problems with the H1-B visa is the long application cycle that can create an out-of-status situation for some applicants. The O-1 visa, however, is available immediately once it has been granted.

The 90 day rule is expressly used as a discretionary analysis tool by USCIS officers to determine if a non-immigrant has misled immigration according to the original intent of their existing visa.

Most green card holders will have to pay U.S. federal taxes each year as they will easily pass the Substantial Presence Test. Some LPRs will have decreased tax rates based on tax treaties, but will still need to file a Form 1040 with the IRS.

The USCIS has expanded their NIW criteria for highly skilled individuals in the science and technology fields. Those applying for an NIW can forgo the Department of Labor’s lengthy certification process.

Non-resident aliens still need to pay taxes based on services that are performed in the U.S. at their current rate of pay. To learn more about this process, see the following blog below.

A No Objection Letter is a statement from your country’s embassy to the State Department confirming they do not object to waiving the two year home residency requirement.

J-1 exchange visitors often have difficulties remaining in the U.S. and pursuing legal residence after graduate school. However, some options are available to aid in this process so exchange students can eventually become legal permanent residents.

Some visa applicants will need to show an intent to return to their home country given they are successful in being admitted to the United States. Below are some recommendations for how to navigate this process.

Maintaining a healthy and prosperous economy in the U.S. is also dependent on the health of the environment. Pursuing an NIW in the field of environmental science should absolutely be considered in the national interest.