Law Office of Andrew R. Sones

Law Office of Andrew R. Sones Licensed, experienced immigration attorney and member of the American Immigration Lawyer's Association (AILA).

USCIS policy emphasizes that a failed marriage is not an automatic bar to residency, provided you can prove the relation...
04/09/2026

USCIS policy emphasizes that a failed marriage is not an automatic bar to residency, provided you can prove the relationship was genuine at its inception.

Divorced before your 10-year green card? Learn how to file the I-751 Good Faith Marriage Waiver in 2026 and protect your residency in South Florida.

USCIS Fraud Detection and National Security (FDNS) Directorate has significantly increased the use of unannounced Site V...
04/08/2026

USCIS Fraud Detection and National Security (FDNS) Directorate has significantly increased the use of unannounced Site Visits for marriage-based green card cases

Unannounced USCIS home visits are rising in 2026. Learn your rights, how to prepare your South Florida home, and why FDNS visits aren't an automatic denial.

The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) allows highly skilled professionals and entrepreneurs to bypass the labor certif...
03/16/2026

The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) allows highly skilled professionals and entrepreneurs to bypass the labor certification process and self-sponsor their green card without an employer. With recent H-1B fee increases and lottery uncertainties in 2026, the EB-2 NIW is surging as the most strategic pathway for foreign talent to secure permanent residency in the United States.

Learn why the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) is the best employment-based immigration strategy in 2026. Self-sponsor your green card without an employer using Form I-140. Attorney Andrew Sones, AILA member.

USCIS has implemented stricter security vetting procedures, leading to noticeable slowdowns in marriage-based green card...
03/13/2026

USCIS has implemented stricter security vetting procedures, leading to noticeable slowdowns in marriage-based green card processing times. Couples should anticipate longer wait times for interview scheduling and final approvals.

USCIS has intensified security vetting in 2026, causing marriage green card delays. Learn how to navigate Form I-130 and Form I-485 processing slowdowns with immigration attorney Andrew Sones.

With the H-1B lottery becoming difficult and expensive due to wage-weighted selection and new fees in 2026, the O-1 "Ext...
03/07/2026

With the H-1B lottery becoming difficult and expensive due to wage-weighted selection and new fees in 2026, the O-1 "Extraordinary Ability" visa has emerged as the premier alternative for highly skilled professionals.

Summary Answer: With the H-1B lottery becoming difficult and expensive due to wage-weighted selection and new fees in 2026, the O-1 "Extraordinary Ability" visa has emerged as the premier alternative for highly skilled professionals. The O-1 requires no lottery, has no annual cap, and offers a direc...

A recent unanimous Supreme Court ruling makes it significantly harder to overturn a denied asylum claim on appeal.  This...
03/06/2026

A recent unanimous Supreme Court ruling makes it significantly harder to overturn a denied asylum claim on appeal. This clarifies that missing a deadline or submitting a weak first claim can permanently bar you from obtaining asylum, employment authorization, and a pathway to a green card.

A recent unanimous Supreme Court ruling makes it significantly harder to overturn a denied asylum claim. Learn why filing a robust Form I-589 within one year of arrival is more critical than ever.

U.S. Department of State recently updated the Foreign Affairs Manual (9 FAM 402.2) to create a brand-new "Specialized Tr...
03/05/2026

U.S. Department of State recently updated the Foreign Affairs Manual (9 FAM 402.2) to create a brand-new "Specialized Trainers" category under the B-1 business visitor visa. This is the most meaningful expansion of B-1 visa eligibility for technical training in years — and if your company relies on foreign-sourced equipment, machinery, or industrial processes, it may directly affect how you bring in international expertise.

The State Department's December 2025 update to the Foreign Affairs Manual created a new B-1 visa "Specialized Trainers" category, expanding eligibility for foreign nationals who train U.S. workers on proprietary techniques tied to foreign-sourced equipment and processes. Here is what employers and f...

Bringing a loved one to the United States is a life-changing decision, but the immigration path you choose can dramatica...
03/04/2026

Bringing a loved one to the United States is a life-changing decision, but the immigration path you choose can dramatically affect your journey.

Deciding between a K-1 fiancé visa and a CR-1 spousal visa in 2026? This guide breaks down processing times, costs, and the impact of new policies. The Law Office of Andrew R. Sones helps clients nationwide choose the best path. Call +1 (888) 365-VISA.

As of March 1, 2026, USCIS has officially increased the filing fees for Premium Processing (Form I-907).  Any form postm...
03/02/2026

As of March 1, 2026, USCIS has officially increased the filing fees for Premium Processing (Form I-907). Any form postmarked on or after March 1, 2026, with the incorrect fee will be rejected by USCIS.

USCIS increased Form I-907 Premium Processing fees on March 1, 2026. H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, I-140, and I-765 petitions are affected. Learn the new fee amounts and what to do.

The U.S. Department of State recently released the March 2026 Visa Bulletin, bringing unexpected and highly favorable ne...
03/01/2026

The U.S. Department of State recently released the March 2026 Visa Bulletin, bringing unexpected and highly favorable news for EB-2 applicants.

The March 2026 Visa Bulletin shows EB-2 as Current for most countries. Learn why now is the time to file your Form I-140 NIW self-petition with Attorney Andrew Sones, AILA member.

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