Rule restricting visas for pregnant women goes into effect in the U.S.

B visa pregnant

The U.S. government wants to curb the so-called "maternity tourism", and to that end, announced the modification of the regulation of B-1 and B-2 visas granted to temporary visitors for business or tourism. The new regulation, published in the Federal Register, the official bulletin of the U.S. government, entered into force on ... Read more

Consequences of living illegally in the U.S.

This week in my column "Consulta Migratoria" published online by several impreMedia publications including LaOpinión.com, I answer questions from readers. Remember, each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history, so I can only answer your questions in a general way. Please consult with an immigration attorney ... Read more

U.S. extends validity of tourist visas for Colombian nationals

The U.S. Department of State announced that it will extend the validity of visas for Colombians traveling temporarily to the U.S. from 5 to 10 years. This means that most Colombian applicants who qualify for a "B" category nonimmigrant visa could receive a 120-month visa with multiple entry authorization. The great benefit of the extended validity ... Read more

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