Is a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) IR-1 Visa a Good Idea?

Since the USCIS changed policy regarding requests for evidence in I-130 petitions it may be a prudent course of action to retain an attorney to assist in such matters.
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Travelling to the USA on a Tourist Visa While a K-1 Fiancee Visa Application is Pending

Depending upon circumstances, it is likely inadvisable to try to travel to the USA on a tourist visa while a K-1 is pending.
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How Will The New USCIS RFE Policy Impact the I-601 Waiver Process?

The recent changes to USCIS policy regarding requests for evidence could have a tremendous impact upon the processing of I-601 waivers.
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How Long does an RFE Response Take to Process?

Depending upon the circumstances a response to a request for evidence can take a substantial amount of time to process.
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Thai Embassy, Kuala Lumpur: New Online Visa Appointment System

The Royal Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia appears poised to introduce an online appointment system.
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Are Visa Extension Applications in Thailand Getting More Difficult?

It appears that applications for visa extensions in Thailand are being scrutinized far more carefully when compared to times past.
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"Tipping" Banned from Thailand Immigration Checkpoints

The practice of remitting a gratuity in order to expedite processing of immigration cases has ended.
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Operation X-Ray Outlaw Foreigner Continues in Earnest

The operation to round up, deport, and blacklist overstayers an violators of immigration rules continues in Thailand.
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For Illegal Foreigners in Thailand, "Big Joke" Is No Laughing Matter

Those staying illegally in Thailand are being targeted by the new Immigration Police Chief.
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Overstaying Foreigners Should Leave Thailand Immediately

Due to recent proactive enforcement campaigns from Thai Immigration police it is advisable that foreigners overstaying in Thailand depart as soon as possible.
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