By Mary Campbell A controversial new travel fee—dubbed the “visa integrity fee”—was enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill, signed into law on July 4, 2025. It imposes a $250 charge on top of existing visa application fees for most non‑immigrant visa holders, including tourist (B‑1/B‑2), student (F/M), work (H‑1B/H‑4), and exchange (J‑1/J‑2) categories. When […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. U.S. visitor visas (commonly B-1/B-2) are nonimmigrant visas granted to individuals who wish to travel temporarily to the United States for business or tourism. However, many applicants find their applications denied under Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)—especially when a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident has filed […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The H-1B visa is one of the most sought-after nonimmigrant visas for professionals in the United States, particularly for those in specialty occupations that require theoretical and practical expertise in fields like IT, engineering, healthcare, finance, and more. This visa allows U.S. companies to employ foreign professionals for a limited period, […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: / shutterstock.com Visiting the United States is a dream for many around the world. Whether you want to explore iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, experience American culture, or visit friends and family, the first step is securing a U.S. visitor’s visa, known as a B-2 visa. […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Alisa.strj/shutterstock.com When a foreign national is visiting the United States on a temporary basis, such as for tourism or vacation purposes, they may sometimes wish to extend their stay beyond the period initially granted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Under federal immigration law, extending a vacation […]