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Versfeld & Hugo Immigration Leon Versfeld is a prominent US Business Immigration attorney with the immigration office of Versfeld & Hugo, LLC.

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The founding members of Our Immigration Law Firm, Versfeld & Hugo, LLC, are immigrants who practiced law in South Africa before immigrating to the United States and Australia respectively.

10/16/2026

FROM IRAN TO AN AMERICAN DREAM

What does the American dream mean to you?

Vahid Assadpour joins Leon Versfeld on the Versfeld & Hugo Immigration Podcast to share his experiences and discuss family, immigration, sports, education, and business success.

Join us for a personal conversation about his journey from Iran and opportunity in the United States.

Watch the full conversation:
https://youtu.be/esoXQUbG9oc

10/13/2026

Your priority date is current. Does that mean your Green Card is next?

Not necessarily.

In this video, immigration attorney Leon Versfeld explains the important difference between the Dates for Filing and Final Action Dates charts, and why a current priority date does not automatically mean Green Card approval.

Understanding these distinctions is essential when planning your immigration journey.

For a closer look at the latest changes, read the October 2026 Visa Bulletin update from Versfeld & Hugo:

https://versfeldimmigration.com/visa-bulletin-october-2026/

YOUR NEXT MARKET. YOUR PROVEN PEOPLE.Your business has people who know its products, understand its operations, and help...
10/07/2026

YOUR NEXT MARKET. YOUR PROVEN PEOPLE.

Your business has people who know its products, understand its operations, and help drive its success. Could one of them help build your presence in America?

The L-1 visa category may allow qualifying businesses to transfer eligible employees from a related overseas operation to the United States:

• L-1A: For qualifying executives and managers.
• L-1B: For employees with qualifying specialized knowledge.

Depending on the circumstances, a transfer may support an established U.S. operation or help establish a new office.

Eligibility depends on the relationship between the businesses, the employee’s qualifying employment abroad, and the proposed U.S. role. Registering a U.S. company alone does not establish eligibility.

Planning your next move? Contact Versfeld & Hugo to assess how an L-1 transfer could fit your business expansion.

www.versfeldimmigration.com
[email protected]
WhatsApp us: https://wa.me/18167776571

A Long-Term Base in the United Arab EmiratesThe UAE Golden Residency framework may provide qualifying investors, entrepr...
10/05/2026

A Long-Term Base in the United Arab Emirates

The UAE Golden Residency framework may provide qualifying investors, entrepreneurs, and exceptional talent with renewable long-term residence in the United Arab Emirates.

Depending on the qualifying category, the program may also support residence for eligible family members and provide a stable base from which to live, work, study, and pursue international business opportunities.

Eligibility and documentation requirements differ across investor, entrepreneur, and talent categories. Applicants should obtain current legal and financial guidance before making an investment or relocation decision.

For guidance on international residence and investment migration options, contact Versfeld & Hugo, LLC.

[email protected]
+1 816 891 8600
www.versfeldimmigration.com

This post is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

Could your next chapter be in Italy?Italy’s culture, history and lifestyle make it an appealing place to consider a new ...
09/29/2026

Could your next chapter be in Italy?

Italy’s culture, history and lifestyle make it an appealing place to consider a new beginning. For eligible non-EU nationals, the Investor Visa for Italy offers a route to residence through a qualifying investment.

Understanding the investment options, supporting documentation and ongoing requirements is an important first step.

Contact Versfeld & Hugo to explore how Italy’s investor residence options could fit your plans.

WhatsApp us: https://wa.me/18167776571
www.versfeldimmigration.com

Today, we celebrate all the things that make South Africans uniquely South African.The traditions. The flavours. The sou...
09/24/2026

Today, we celebrate all the things that make South Africans uniquely South African.

The traditions. The flavours. The sounds. The stories. The humour. The shared moments. And those little things that need no explanation.

If you know, you know.

Happy Heritage Day, South Africa. 🇿🇦

Could your next property investment open the door to permanent residence in Panama?Explore Panama’s Qualified Investor P...
09/21/2026

Could your next property investment open the door to permanent residence in Panama?

Explore Panama’s Qualified Investor Program, with qualifying real estate investment starting at US$300,000 and options for eligible family members. Investment retention, eligibility requirements, and additional costs apply.

Contact Esther at Versfeld & Hugo to discuss your next chapter.

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WhatsApp us: https://wa.me/18167776571

YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A HOUSEHOLD NAME TO HAVE AN EXTRAORDINARY CAREER.Think the O-1 visa is only for celebrities and pro...
09/16/2026

YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A HOUSEHOLD NAME TO HAVE AN EXTRAORDINARY CAREER.

Think the O-1 visa is only for celebrities and professional athletes? Think again.

The O-1 also covers qualifying individuals in science, education, business, and the arts. Recognition within your field can matter even when the general public does not know your name.

The standard is high, and a successful career alone does not establish eligibility. Your achievements need to be supported by evidence that meets the requirements for your category.

Before you rule yourself out, find out whether your professional record deserves a closer look.

Contact Versfeld & Hugo to discuss your O-1 options.

WhatsApp us with “O-1” and a short description of what you do:
https://wa.me/18167776571

www.versfeldimmigration.com
+1 816 891 8600

09/15/2026

Your future could reach beyond borders.

Explore citizenship by investment in St. Kitts & Nevis. Contact Esther at Versfeld & Hugo to discuss the possibilities for you and your family.

[email protected]
WhatsApp us: https://wa.me/18167776571

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honor the courage of the first responders, and stand with the f...
09/11/2026

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honor the courage of the first responders, and stand with the families and communities forever changed.

From all of us at Versfeld & Hugo, we honor their memory.

We will never forget.

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