The United States continues to send clear signals of support for foreign investment and the international expansion of businesses. In this context, the U.S. government has recently highlighted the role of the L-1 visa as a strategic pathway to facilitate talent mobility and the launch of business projects in the country. This message was reinforced […]
Can you imagine obtaining permanent residency in the United States through a lottery? That is exactly what the Green Card Lottery offers — one of the most widely recognized programs for legally immigrating to the United States. However, in 2026, the rules have changed, and not everyone will be able to participate as before. For […]
Every year, thousands of professionals already living in the United States under different visa categories view the H-1B visa as an opportunity to continue building their careers in the country. With the opening of the H-1B registration period, concerns have also resurfaced around misinformation suggesting that obtaining an H-1B visa may require paying a supposed […]
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that the initial registration period for cap-subject H-1B visas for fiscal year 2027 will open at noon (Eastern Time) on March 4, 2026, and remain open until noon on March 19, 2026. During this period, employers seeking to participate must electronically register each beneficiary through an online […]
The IRS requires the filing of several mandatory tax forms, including Form 1099, which is used to report payments made to third parties during the 2025 tax year. This form allows the IRS to track income that does not come from a traditional employment relationship, provided certain requirements are met. What types of payments must […]
The U.S. Department of State announced that, effective January 21, 2026, the issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries will be temporarily suspended while policies aimed at ensuring that immigrants are financially self-sufficient and do not rely on public benefits are under review. The measure affects countries across Latin America, Africa, Asia, and […]
The U.S. Department of State has recently updated the list of countries whose citizens, when applying for a B-1/B-2 visa (business and tourism), may be required to provide a visa bond as a requirement for visa issuance. This deposit, which may amount to USD 5,000, USD 10,000, or USD 15,000, does not guarantee visa approval. […]
Through a post on X (formerly Twitter), the U.S. Embassy announced that, effective November 24, 2025, all consular services related to visas (including nonimmigrant visas), passports, citizenship, and notarial services will be provided at its new facilities in Mexico City. New Official Address Presa Angostura 225Colonia IrrigaciónMiguel Hidalgo BoroughC.P. 11500, Mexico City Consular Entrance Calzada […]