Switch to ADA Accessible Theme
Close Menu

My child was born overseas. Can they become a United States citizen?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If your child was born overseas, your child may have acquired citizenship. I would suggest that you contact the US Consulate. Maybe you’ll be able to apply for the child’s passport. Or if that’s not available to you, based on the citizenship rules, your child may acquire citizenship, but you will have to apply… Read More »

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

I am a United States citizen. How do I petition for my mother?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If you’re a U.S. citizen and you are over 21 years of age? You may file your family petition, also called the I-130, to the USCIS Center that has jurisdiction power to review that case. Once approve that approved petition will be transferred to the National Visa Center also called the NVC for further… Read More »

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Who is eligible for a K-1 visa?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

You’re eligible to apply for a K1 if these requirements are met. One, you are a U.S. citizen. Both two and your fiance have met in person within two years of filing the petition. Three, you are free to marry one another and both of you intend to get married within 90 days of… Read More »

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

I am a Canadian. Can I invest in a new business in the U.S.?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If you’re a Canadian, you can invest in a new business or an existing business in the US. I would recommend that you apply under the E-2 treaty investor’s visa.

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

What type of visa do I need to work in the United States?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If you’re intending to work in the United States you most likely will need a US Working Visa, however, there are different types of US Working Visa’s. For example, we have the H1Bs for professionals. L1s for intracompany transferees and TNs for Canadians and Mexican nationals. For those reasons, I strongly advise that you… Read More »

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

How long does it take to process an E-1 visa?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

The processing times for an A-1 visa at the US Consulate in Toronto is 10 days for the officer to review the application. However, I would suggest that you submit the application way in advance so you can get an interview and the officer has enough time to review your application.

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn