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New Policy Makes Green Card Holders Ineligible for SBA-Backed Loans

The Small Business Administration (SBA) will only back funds loaned to U.S. businesses that are 100% owned by U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals, according to a recent memorandum. Beginning on March 1, businesses owned or partly owned by Green Card holders or foreign national...


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O-1 Visa Processing Time and Application: How Long Does it Take in 2026?

Key Takeaways The O-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement in fields like science, business, the arts, or the motion picture and television industry. Building a qualifying portfolio can take anywhere from 3 to 12 months, especially if you’re starting without major press or credentials. Once your case is strong enough to mov...


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Understanding L-1 Visa Processing Times in 2026

Key takeaways An L-1 visa lets a multinational company transfer an employee from a foreign office to a related U.S. office or entity. Total processing can take 6 months or longer, especially when consular appointment and issuance wait times vary by location. Premium processing speeds the USCIS petition decision to 15 business days, but it adds thousands in extra governmen...


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What Is the K-2 Visa?

Key takeaways The K-2 visa allows unmarried children under 21 to enter the U.S. with their K-1 visa parent. K-2 status is tied to the K-1 parent and requires the U.S. citizen to list the child on Form I-129F. Eligible K-2 holders can apply for a Green Card after the K-1 holder’s marriage. Timing is critical, as children who turn 21 before entry or adjustment of status ma...


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Green Card Renewal Processing Time

If your 10-year Green Card is expired or will expire within the next six months, it’s time to take action. But fear not, renewing your Green Card is simpler than you might think.

Green card renewal requirements

Once you’re officially a permanent resident of the United States, you’ll receive your Green Card, also known as your lawful permanent resident card.

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