Temporary Visas, Handled with Precision
Whether you are coming to the U.S. to visit family, pursue a degree, conduct business, or explore investment opportunities, the nonimmigrant visa category can be complex and unforgiving of errors. We assist individuals, families, students, and businesses in obtaining the right visa category, maintaining lawful status, and transitioning to other categories when circumstances change.
Common Visa Categories
- B-1/B-2 visitor visas & ESTA issues
- F-1 student visas, OPT and STEM OPT extensions
- J-1 exchange visitor status & waiver of home residency requirement
- M-1 vocational student visas
- E-1 treaty trader & E-2 treaty investor visas
- O-1 extraordinary ability visas
- P visas for athletes and entertainers
Status Maintenance & Changes
- Extension of nonimmigrant status (Form I-539)
- Change of status between visa categories
- Reinstatement of status after violations
- Unlawful presence analysis and risk assessment
- Consular re-entry strategy after international travel
- Dual intent analysis for immigrant intent
Status Violations Have Consequences: Even brief periods of unlawful presence can trigger 3-year or 10-year bars to re-entry. If you are unsure of your current status, consult with us before you travel or allow your authorized period to expire.
Student & Exchange Visa Issues
- SEVIS record maintenance and transfers
- Curricular Practical Training (CPT) authorization
- Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT
- J-1 two-year home residence requirement waivers
- Reinstatement after status violations
Common Problems We Solve
- Overstay corrections and status restoration
- Visa denial review and reapplication strategy
- Consular interview preparation
- Administrative processing delays
- Travel document issues and advance parole