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Visa Fee Increases for Consular Processing

  • Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
  • On May 26, 2023

On March 28, 2023, U.S. Department of State (“DOS”) published a final rule regarding nonimmigrant visa fee increases at consular processing. The...

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USCIS Ends Covid-19 Related Flexibilities

  • Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
  • On May 9, 2023

Extension of Deadline to Respond to Notice or Request Has Ended on March 23, 2023 On March 23, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and...

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Proposed Rule on New USCIS Fees

  • Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
  • On January 27, 2023

On January 4, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule to adjust certain immigration and naturalization fees charged...

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Premium Processing Expanded for EB-1 and EB-2

  • Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
  • On January 14, 2023

Premium Processing Expansion for EB-1C and EB-2 NIW Petitions On January 12, 2023, USCIS announced the final phase of premium processing expansion...

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Interview Waivers for Nonimmigrant Visa

  • Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
  • On January 5, 2023

Extension of interview waivers: The U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced extension of the authority of consular officers to waive an in-person...

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What is the Child Status Protection Act?

  • Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
  • On November 9, 2022

The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) was enacted to protect the status of a “child” who is eligible to obtain lawful permanent...

 What is the Cost for EB2-NIW Green Card Petition?

What is the Cost for EB2-NIW Green Card Petition?

  • Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
  • On May 26, 2022
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The cost to obtain a green card under EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver) category consists of USCIS fees plus attorney fees. In general, USCIS fees are $1,925 plus medical examination fee. Green card under the EB2-NIW category can be self-petitioned. That is, you do not need a sponsorship from your employer to file the immigration petition. […]
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