EB-5 Program Extended Until September 30, 2017
As part of the federal government spending bill that was passed by Congress this week, the EB-5 Program has also survived for a few more months. At the moment, the program will continue without any changes, so the investment minimums of $1,000,000 (non-Targeted Employment Area) and $500,000 (in Targeted Employment Areas) still stand. However, there is a very high likelihood that these amounts will be increased, and that other changes will be implemented, in the near future.
Abbas Law PLLC Achieves Form I-829 Approval
We are happy to share that Abbas Law PLLC recently achieved approval for a Form I-829 petition filed by an EB-5 investor to the United States! The I-829 petition was approved in under 24 months, and the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Service (USCIS) issued the approval without any substantive Requests for Evidence (“RFEs”).
Federal Judges Prohibit Key Provisions of Travel Ban 2.0
Just hours before the Trump Administration’s March 6th Executive Order (“Travel Ban 2.0”) went into effect, federal judges made nationwide rulings that kept key provisions of the order from being implemented. Both decisions, from federal judges in Hawaii and Maryland, agree that the travel ban was likely intended to discriminate against Muslims.
Abbas Law PLLC Achieves E-2 Visa Issuance
We are happy to share that Abbas Law PLLC recently achieved E-2 Visa issuance for an E-2 Treaty Investor to the United States! The E-2 visa application was approved about one week after the Treaty Investor’s visa interview, and the Consular post issued the approval without any substantive requests for additional information.
March 6, 2017 Travel Ban vs. January 27, 2017 Travel Ban
What is the difference between today’s travel ban and the previous one that was signed on January 27, 2017?
Which visa program is right for you? L-1 vs. E-2 vs. EB-5
Many of our clients come to us thinking that they know exactly which visa program will be best for them. But it is always best to know your options. Abbas Law PLLC’s expertise is in the investment-based and business-based immigration visas – specifically, the L-1, the E-2, and the EB-5 visa programs. If you are interested in any one of these programs, it is important to understand which one (a) is most likely to be successful for you, and (b) will be the least complicated application process for you.
Abbas Law PLLC Achieves Form I-526 Approval
We are happy to share that Abbas Law PLLC recently achieved approval for a Form I-526 petition filed by an EB-5 investor to the United States! The I-526 petition was approved in under 16 months, and the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Service (USCIS) issued the approval without any substantive Requests for Evidence (“RFEs”).
Farah S. Abbas Speaks at AILA’s 2016 EB-5 Investors Summit
On October 24th and 25th, the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) hosted its 2016 EB-5 Investors Summit in Washington, D.C. The theme of the event was “Representing EB-5 Investors & Regional Centers in a Time of Upheaval.” Farah S. Abbas, the Attorney/Owner of Abbas Law PLLC, presented on the introductory panel of the conference.Read More
USCIS Issues New Fee Schedule
USCIS has issued guidance indicating that their fees will increase for many visa programs starting December 23, 2016. For our clients, it is important to note that there have been increases for many of the forms associated with employment-based and investment-based immigration programs. There has also been an increase in the USCIS Immigrant Fee.
For a list of all of the new USCIS fees, please visit: USCIS Fee Schedule
Chicago Office Now Open!
We are pleased to announce that we have opened up a new office in Chicago, IL! Farah Abbas, Attorney/Owner of the firm, is now based out of the Chicago office.
Our Washington, DC office is still operational, but please note our new contact information in Chicago: our office address is 155 N. Upper Wacker Drive, Suite 4250, Chicago, IL 60606, and our phone number is (312) 803-3667.
We hope to see you in our new office soon!