We are reliable and affordable USA and UK immigration lawyers

Our experienced lawyers are experts in all areas of immigration law. We can give you the best chance of success with your personal or corporate immigration case. We use our expertise to create a customized strategy that works for you.

We draft unique case documents, reference letters, and briefs that meet all USCIS requirements and increase the chances of a successful application.

As with all immigration cases, we understand the need to move quickly. When you get in touch with us, we can provide urgent immigration support and advice.

Working together with your dedicated immigration lawyer, you can be guaranteed a professional, personalized service from the start of the process until the end, with a focus on helping you and your family to achieve your goals.

As well as our outstanding team of immigration lawyers, our client care team are always available to help you at any time. We aim for 100% client satisfaction and our client reviews demonstrate how we have helped thousands of clients with their goals.

Speak to our friendly advisors on +1 844 290 6312 for immediate help and assistance with your immigration situation or worries.

US Family Visas

If you want to come to the United States to join a family member or spouse, you may need to apply for a visa which is sponsored by a US citizen. Depending on your circumstances, we can advise you on the best route for you to join your loved ones in the US.

K Visas are a non-immigrant category designed for US citizens to petition for their fiancé(e), spouse, children, or the spouses of their children to enter the US. It is important to note that each category has numerous rules and eligibility criteria that an applicant must meet.

• K-1 Visa – Fiancé(e) Visa: Allows an eligible engaged partner of a US citizen come to the US to marry their partner within 90 days of arrival
• K-2 Visa – K-1 Dependents: Allows the children of the US citizen’s fiancé(e) to enter the US (if the parent qualifies for the K-1 visa)
• K-3 Visa – Spouse Visa: Enables spouses of US citizens that are not currently residents in the country to come to the US
• K-4 Visa – K-3 Dependents: Enables the children of K-3 visa recipients to enter the US

Family-Based Green Cards

The family-based green card is one of the ways to become a US lawful permanent resident (LPR). There are 226,000 of these green cards issued every year and competition is high. Some people may have to wait years for their application to be accepted.

Having a legal expert to guide you through the process and ensure that your application is completely accurate can be a major help and may save you time and money in the long term.

• Unmarried Children: The Family First Preference Visa allows unmarried children of US citizens and their dependent children to come to the US
• F-2A Visa – Spouses & Children: The Family Second Preference Visa (A) allows dependent children under 21 years and spouses to join an LPR resident in the US
• F-2B Visa – Adult Children: The Family Second Preference Visa (B) allows unmarried children to join the LPR sponsor
• F-3 Visa – Adult Children: The Family Third Preference Visa is for married children of US citizens and their offspring under the age of 21
• F-4 Visa – Brothers & Sisters: The Family Fourth Preference Visa is designed for siblings of US citizens, as well as their children under 21 years and any spouses, to come to the US

One of the first steps in applying for a family-based green card is petitioning USCIS. The sponsor (who must be a US citizen or LPR), submits Form I-130 on behalf of their ‘alien’ relative to come to the US.

If this petition is approved, the applicant may begin the application process to come to the US. It’s important to note that this is the first stage in a multi-step application and can take a significant period of time from the date of the initial petition to the granting of the visa.

The US is an attractive destination for many workers who wish to take advantage of the many opportunities in multiple industries. There are a number of routes available for those who wish to seek employment in the United States.

Temporary non-immigrant worker visas

One option is to work in the US on a temporary basis on a non-immigrant visa. Some of these categories are outlined below:

• E-1 Visa – Treaty Traders: Treaty traders and some qualified employees
• E-2 Visa – Treaty Investors: Treaty investors and some qualified employees
• E-3 Visa – Australian Professionals: Some specialty professions from Australia
• H1-B Visa – Specialty Workers: Workers in a specialty occupation
• H2-B Visa – Temporary Workers: Temporary and non-agricultural workers
• H-3 Visa – Exchange Visitors: Trainees in a field other than medicine or academia
• 01 Visa – Extraordinary Ability: For people with extraordinary abilities in the sciences, arts, education, business, athletics or media production industries
• I Visa – Journalists and Media: Representatives of international press or foreign media
• L-1 Visa – Intra-company Transfer: Individuals who are being transferred to a US branch of a multinational organization
• P-1 Visa – International Athletes: People who are internationally recognized athletes
• P-3 Visa – Artists and Entertainers: Individuals who are part of a group or individually coming to the US to perform, teach, or coach on a culturally unique program
• R-1 Visa – Religious Workers: Eligible workers in a faith-based or religious organization
• TN Visa – NAFTA Professionals: Temporary professionals coming from Mexico or Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement

Permanent worker visas

For those who qualify, it is possible to apply to live and work permanently in the US on an employment-based immigrant visa. The five main categories are outlined below:

• EB-1 Visa: First Preference Visa for applicants with extraordinary abilities in the sciences, arts, education, business or athletics sectors. This also includes notable professors, researchers, multinational executives and managers
• EB-2 Visa: Second Preference Visa for people who hold advanced degrees in a specific profession, or have exceptional abilities in the arts, sciences, or business industries
• EB-3 Visa – Workers Green Card: Third Preference Visa for professionals, skilled workers, and some other workers
• EB-4 Visa: Fourth Preference Visa for those termed ‘special immigrants.’ This category includes some religious workers, employees of US foreign services, retired employees of international organizations, and some classes of non-citizens
• EB-5 Visa – Investors Green Card: Fifth Preference Visa for business investors who can demonstrate an ability to invest a minimum of $1.8 million in a commercial enterprise employing US workers

You may wish to apply for US citizenship if you meet the eligibility criteria. The advantage of holding American citizenship is that you can live, work, and study freely and without restriction as to your immigration status.

There are some options available to help people become US citizens, but it is a complex and usually lengthy process. Our experienced immigration lawyers understand how important a citizenship application is, and work carefully with you to maximize your chances of success.

If the following situations apply, you may be eligible for US citizenship:

• You were born in the United States or a recognized US territory
• You have one parent who was a US citizen when you were born

You must also demonstrate that you meet all the eligibility requirements, which include continuous residency in the US for a number of years, proving that you have good character, and passing a US citizenship test.

Furthermore, you must be prepared to accept the duties and responsibilities involved in becoming an American citizen. These include supporting and defending the US constitution, respecting the beliefs and rights of others, and participating in the democratic process when necessary.

The US is home to some of the world’s most renowned universities and educational institutions. If you wish to study in the US, the two main options are the F Visas or the M Visas. There are other visas that allow for international exchange or cultural development (J-1 and Q-1).

• F-1 Student Visa: To allow eligible students to attend academic educational courses from elementary to graduate level, as well as some language courses
• M-1 Visa: Enables students to come to the US to undertake some vocational or non-academic educational programs (excluding language courses)
• J-1 Visa: A student permit that allows eligible young people to come to the US to teach, study, or receive training on some accredited exchange and visitor programs
• Q-1 Visa: Allows for people to come to the US on an international cultural exchange program

In some cases, it is possible to apply as a dependent of a Student Visa holder, if the applicant meets the eligibility criteria.

Demonstrating that you fulfil the requirements of each student visa is not an easy process and your application could be supported with the help of an expert immigration lawyer.

There are almost 80 million tourist visitors who come to the US every year. For people who wish to enter the United States on a short-term visit visa, there are two main types:

• B-1 Business Visitor Visa: Allows eligible applicants who wish to come to the US for a short-term business trip (and undertake only permitted business activities such as meetings, negotiations, or tours)
• B-2 Tourist Visitor Visa: Enables international visitors to come to the US for the purposes of tourist or leisure reasons

In most cases, Visitor Visas are issued relatively soon after the date of application.  The United States has agreements with some 39 countries for a Visa Waiver Program. This allows eligible foreign citizens to come to the US for visitor purposes without applying for a visa.

However, it is essential that the traveler applies for and receives authorization from the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before entering the US.

If you are a US citizen and wish to emigrate to the UK, Immigration Advice Service is available to help you.

With offices based throughout the UK, we are experts on emigration from the US to the UK. Whether you or your family wish to live in the UK on a Family Visa, apply for British citizenship, or work in the UK, we can advise you on the best immigration route for your situation.

We work with clients from the beginning to the end of the process, ensuring that they have the best and most accurate legal advice and support.

As one of the largest law firms in the UK, we are well placed to assist you with any matter involving emigration to the UK.

We also provide support and advice to those who wish to emigrate from the US to other areas, including Canada, Scotland, and Ireland.