UPDATE: The changes implemented by the Trump administration as discussed in the following article were rescinded by President Biden On February 24, 2021. You can read more here Presidential Proclamation on at least 60-day suspension of some immigrants to the US. Due to COVID-19 and its effects on
Visa Waiver Program ESTA Travel and COVID-19 Pandemic
As the US continues to face the spread of COVID-19, for visitors in the US who have entered using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) it is important to understand US immigration law related to your entry. The Visa Waiver Program is commonly referred to as "the ESTA" in Australia or "Visa Waiver" more
Visa Options to Marry a US Citizen Outside of the United States
During the pandemic, it became increasingly difficult for partners/fiancé(e)s of US citizens to remain together. There was significant disruption for the families of US citizens, including planning where the family may want to reside and plans for marriage were routinely disrupted due to travel
I Have A US Citizen Spouse – How Can I Apply For A Green Card?
I have a US Citizen Spouse - how can I apply for a green card? Generally, an immediate family immigrant case usually has four steps for an immigrant visa (IR-1/CR-1). An I-130 Petition for Alien Relative filed generally with USCIS by the US citizen spouse. Upon approval of the I-130 Petition, the
Australian Temporary Visa Holders Receive Good News
Good news for Australian temporary visa holders with the announcement of the new pathway via Temporary Activity (Subclass 408) visa. The Department of Home Affairs has announced the introduction of a new pathway available under the Temporary Activity (Subclass 408) Visa. Within the stream of
E-3 Visa Extensions and Renewal Options During COVID-19 Pandemic
With borders reopening to travel for vaccinated Australian citizens, please see our primary post on Renewing an E3 Visa Do you have an E-3 visa that will expire soon? What are your options? With the COVID-19 global pandemic crisis currently limiting travel and visa renewal options, many
Requiring an E-3 Visa Employee to Work from Home
Throughout the pandemic lockdowns and travel restrictions, there were many questions that E-3 Australian Specialty Occupation workers had related to their employment. One of the most common concerns we worked through was what happens when the employee may temporarily need to work from home? This
Australian Partner Visas Explained
There are three options for Australian Partners Visas if you are in a relationship with an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Eligible New Zealand Citizen and your intention is to reside in Australia. If you are not currently in Australia, then you may apply for a Tourist (Subclass 600) visa
URGENT NOTICE: CANCELLATION OF VISA APPOINTMENTS AT CONSULATES IN AUSTRALIA
URGENT NOTICE: CANCELLATION OF VISA APPOINTMENTS AT CONSULATES IN AUSTRALIA We have just received notices of the cancellation of several client appointments at the US consulates in Australia. Their exact language is: If you are one of our clients, we will be in touch with you shortly to discuss
COVID-19 and US Immigration
Important update on COVID-19 and US Immigration - March 12, 2020 While the United States government has taken several steps to counter the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the most drastic step was the announcement today that travel has been banned from Europe (except the U.K.) to the US for the next