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Oct. 19, 2016

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) is instituting a “no eye glasses” policy in all visa photos beginning November 1, 2016. From November 1, to November 30, 2016 photographs with eyeglasses may be accepted.

Oct. 14, 2016

The 2018 Diversity Lottery will close on Monday, November 7th. There are many scams out there who might try to charge you money to help you apply, promise to increase your chance of being picked or send you a message saying you won and ask for money.

Oct. 11, 2016

In an effort to streamline the I-94 process, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced that travelers may apply for an I-94 prior to their arrival at a land port of entry. In order to expedite the entry process, travelers can apply online, up to seven (7) days prior to entry. The application fee is $6 application.

Oct. 4, 2016

The Diversity Immigrant (DV-2018) Visa Program, more commonly known as “the lottery” opens today — Tuesday, October 4th. Administered by the U.S. Department of State, the purpose of the Diversity Lottery is to give foreign nationals from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the U.S. the opportunity to immigrate. For 2018, 50,000 diversity visas will be available.

Sept. 30, 2016

Yesterday, President Obama signed into law a Continuing Resolution that extends the EB-5 program until December 9, 2016. The passage of the Continuing Resolution temporarily avoids a government shutdown.

Sept. 23, 2016

WARNING – USCIS has recently issued an alert to the public about individuals calling as government officials or law enforcement officers and threatening deportation. These scam callers will indicate more information is required to continue the immigration process and demand payment in the form of a money transfer or money order to fix any problems with your case and avoid deportation.

Sept. 23, 2016

Representative Bob Goodlatte (R-VA) introduced the American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 to the House of Representatives on September 9, 2016. The proposed bill will implement new reforms and amend section 203(b)(5) of the Immigration and National Act.

Sept. 13, 2016

On August 31, 2016, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed a rule for International Entrepreneurs embracing investment in the United States by foreign investors. This rule would give DHS authority to grant discretionary parole to “entrepreneurs of start-up entities whose entry into the United States would provide a significant public benefit through the substantial and demonstrated potential for rapid business growth and job creation.”

Sept. 12, 2016

Foley Law Offices is pleased to introduce and welcome Nicole O. Fink, Esq. as its newest Associate Attorney. Attorney Fink is a 2015 graduate from New England Law | Boston and admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Nov. 9, 2015

Foley Law Offices was delighted to be able to participate in the Irish Network’s 2015 National Conference held at the Seaport Hotel in Boston last week. Our primary attorney, John Foley, shared a panel on the New Global Irish Diaspora with IN-Boston President Sean Moynihan, Ronnie Millar, the Executive Director of the Irish International Immigration Center and Louise Corrigan, the President of IN-Dublin.