M&A Immigration Strategy: How Your Visa May Be Impacted During a Buyout
Foreign-national founders and employees who build a company from the ground up may want to consider an M&A immigration strategy, or clarification of how their visa may be impacted during a buyout, before proceeding with their move to the United States. Mergers and acquisitions immigration questions surface during due diligence, and the answers can determine […]
USCIS Adjustment of Status Policy Change What Founders, Executives, and Researchers Need to Know
Key Takeaways On May 21, 2026, USCIS issued an Adjustment of Status Policy Change, PM-602-0199, reframing it as a discretionary “act of administrative grace” and an “extraordinary form of relief,” not a guaranteed right for those founders, executives, and researchers who meet the statutory criteria. The memo did not change the law. INA Section 245 […]
EB-1A vs. O-1A in 2026: When Should Founders Transition Their Visa?
Key Takeaways The O-1A is a temporary work visa renewable indefinitely; the EB-1A is a self-petitioned green card. Most founders need both. The right time to transition is not when your O-1A expires. It is when your evidentiary record has matured enough to meet the EB-1A’s higher “sustained acclaim” standard, typically 18–36 months after meaningful […]
The Bootstrapper’s Visa: Why the E-2 May Be the Right Fit for Your U.S. Immigration Strategy
Key Takeaways The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa allows nationals of qualifying treaty countries to enter the United States to develop and direct an active U.S. business they have invested in. There is no statutory minimum investment, but the capital must be “substantial” relative to the cost of the specific business, making the E-2 viable for […]
Not Selected in H-1B? Best Alternative Immigration Options for 2026
Not being selected in the H-1B lottery does not always mean your U.S. work plans are over. It means you need to consider the next-strongest path based on your profile, employer, nationality, and long-term goals. For some people, the best option may be an O-1, E-3, TN, L-1, cap-exempt H-1B, or International Entrepreneur Parole. For […]
E-3 Visa Requirements in 2026 How Australians Can Work in the U.S.
What Is the E-3 Visa and Why It Matters For Australian professionals with a U.S. job offer, the E-3 visa can be a practical work visa option in 2026. It is available only to Australian nationals coming to the United States to work in a specialty occupation. Unlike the H-1B, the E-3 does not use […]
The Importance of Self-Advocacy: Deb Dutta’s Journey from Product to Founder
In this episode, Sophie speaks with Deb Dutta, the founder of Criya, who shares her journey from corporate product management to entrepreneurship and offers valuable insights for aspiring founders, immigrants, and anyone navigating the complexities of self-advocacy. Deb emphasizes the importance of making it easy for decision-makers to say yes. In the realm of immigration, […]
Space is Our Future, with Christopher Hearsey
Let’s take an interstellar journey into the world of space and immigration law with Christopher Hearsey, a decorated global space executive, founder and CEO of OSA Consulting, and also the chairman of the Space Court Foundation. Christopher delves into the intriguing intersection of space and immigration law, the legalities of outer space exploration, and the […]
Tech for Good: Impact Investing in the Digital Age with Chintan Panchal
The incredible journey of attorney and entrepreneur lawyer Chintan Panchal takes center stage in the latest podcast episode of Immigration Law for Tech Startups. From working at a prestigious international law firm to creating his own practice, RPCK, Chintan’s path has been anything but ordinary. His experience with a pro bono case representing Guantanamo Bay […]
Navigating the EB-2NIW Journey with Nadia Zaidi
If you’re looking for an employment-based immigration option that doesn’t require labor certification, look no further. The EB-2NIW green card is a unique option that allows individuals to skip the labor certification process and obtain permanent residency in the US. It recognizes individuals whose work is in the US national interest, making it a great […]