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🌟 Myth-Bustin’ Monday! 🌟💥 MYTH: If someone marries a U.S. citizen, they get a green card right away. 💍✈️
An article about the myth concerning getting a green card by marrying a U.S. citizen.

Mia Giacomazzi
Mar 111 min read


TN Visas: A Cornerstone of North American Professional Mobility
The TN visa powers North America’s professional mobility—connecting Canadian and Mexican talent with U.S. opportunity. Discover how this vital visa evolved, drives innovation, and shapes the region’s future.

Mia Giacomazzi
Nov 75 min read


From Consulates to Construction Sites: How Immigration Enforcement Is Following the Worker — and the Employer
Immigration enforcement is no longer confined to the border. It’s happening at consulates, at job sites, and even inside interview rooms.
What began as a system to detect fraud has evolved into a network of overlapping agencies — each sharing data, referrals, and red flags.
Today, a single inconsistency in a visa filing can trigger a chain reaction across multiple agencies — from FDNS to DOL to ICE. For employers, that means compliance isn’t just about paperwork anymore; i

Mia Giacomazzi
Oct 146 min read


🚨 Government Shutdown = Immigration Shutdown (Sort of)
Immigration isn’t considered “essential” during a U.S. government shutdown. While USCIS and many consular operations (visa/passports) usually continue since they’re fee-funded, DOL-dependent filings (PERM, LCAs, prevailing wages) are likely to pause. Applicants and employers should plan ahead, document delays, and monitor agency updates closely.

Mia Giacomazzi
Oct 12 min read


🚨 USCIS’s New Enforcement Arm: What You Need to Know
🚨 Big shift: USCIS now has its own law enforcement arm. Agents can carry guns, make arrests, and investigate fraud—independently of ICE or HSI.

Mia Giacomazzi
Sep 222 min read


🔍 USCIS Revives Neighborhood Investigations: What This Means for Naturalization
🚨 Big change for naturalization: USCIS revives neighborhood investigations. Applicants may need community letters and face longer N-400 waits.

Mia Giacomazzi
Sep 222 min read


Understanding Visa Administrative Processing: What’s Really Happening Behind the Scenes
⏳ “Your case requires administrative processing” — five words that can delay visas, disrupt travel, jobs, and family plans. Administrative processing isn’t a denial but an extra review step that can last weeks or months. Understanding the triggers—like missing documents, database checks, or security reviews—helps applicants and employers plan ahead and minimize disruptions.

Mia Giacomazzi
Sep 14 min read


The U.S. Diversity Visa Lottery: What You Need to Know — and Why Legal Help Matters
✨ The DV Lottery offers 55,000 visas yearly, but chances are slim. Denizen Immigration helps you apply correctly and avoid pitfalls so you don’t lose your shot at approval.

Mia Giacomazzi
Aug 272 min read


Summer 2025: Major Updates to the H-2A Program
Big changes hit the H-2A visa program. From the rollback of the Farmworker Protection Rule to AEWR updates and a temporary suspension of certification fees, employers need to stay alert. At Denizen Immigration, we track these shifts so you can stay compliant and focused on your business.

Mia Giacomazzi
Aug 212 min read


❓ How Can an Employer Sponsor an Employee for a Green Card, and How Long Does It Take? 🤔
Wondering how employers can sponsor foreign workers for green cards? It involves PERM, I-140, and green card filing—and can take 1–2+ years depending on the category and backlog. We can help! 🌍📄

Mia Giacomazzi
Aug 61 min read


❓ What’s the Difference Between an H-2B Visa and an H-2A Visa? 🤔
H-2B visas are for seasonal, non-agricultural jobs—think landscaping, hospitality, or construction. H-2A visas cover temporary agricultural work like planting or harvesting. Different rules, different industries—same goal: meeting your workforce needs. 🌎📩 Let us help you hire the right workers!

Mia Giacomazzi
Jul 301 min read


Providing Predictability in an Unpredictable Immigration Landscape
Immigration law is unpredictable—but your strategy doesn’t have to be.
At Denizen Immigration, we bring clarity to a complex system with mapped timelines, proactive planning, regular updates, and human-centered guidance.
Because even when the law shifts, our clients deserve a steady hand and a clear path forward.

Mia Giacomazzi
Jul 171 min read


Immigration Fraud Enforcement Is Escalating — Are Your Petitions Audit-Ready?
🚨 Approval is no longer the final word. USCIS is reexamining approved petitions, and fraud investigations are ramping up across EB-2, EB-3, H-1B, and O-1 filings. Now more than ever, petitions must be credible, verifiable, and audit-ready.

Mia Giacomazzi
Jul 111 min read


What Can a Foreign Worker Do in the U.S. on a Visitor Visa or ESTA?
Thinking of bringing foreign talent to the U.S. on a B-1 visa or ESTA? It’s possible—but only in specific, carefully planned ways. From setting up a U.S. business to installing equipment, know what’s allowed. Get strategic immigration guidance before you act.

Mia Giacomazzi
Jun 133 min read


✨ Client Success Story: Overcoming the Odds ✨
✨ From H-2B visa to green card—despite major hurdles. Our client faced complex inadmissibility issues, but we successfully secured his employment-based green card without an interview. At Denizen Immigration, we’re committed to finding solutions, no matter how challenging the case. 🇺🇸

Mia Giacomazzi
Jun 121 min read


Reuniting Families, Restoring Hope 🏡
Denizen Immigration recently expedited a family petition for a couple facing a medical emergency abroad. This case highlights the real-world impact of immigration law in urgent, life-changing moments.

Mia Giacomazzi
Jun 111 min read


🌱 A Client’s Experience with Denizen Immigration 🌱
A multi-commodity farm shared its experience with Denizen Immigration. 🚜 Need help with H-2A or employment-based visas? Let’s connect.

Mia Giacomazzi
Jun 31 min read


🔍 What to Expect During a USDOL Investigation: FLSA Interview
Learn what to expect during a USDOL FLSA interview: questions focus on job duties, wages, recruitment fees, housing, and workplace safety. Preparing for these topics helps ensure compliance. Denizen Immigration can guide you through labor laws and H-2B requirements.

Mia Giacomazzi
May 301 min read


🎉 FAQ Friday: H-1B Edition! 🇺🇸💼
🎉 The H-1B lottery opens March 7! Apply for this work visa for professionals in specialty fields. Up to 6 years stay, but spots are limited. Got questions? Contact us! 🇺🇸💼

Mia Giacomazzi
Mar 71 min read
🚨 Trump’s $5M “Gold Card”: Not Really a New Concept💰🇺🇸
Trump’s proposed $5M “Gold Card” visa isn’t new—the U.S. already has a proven investor visa: EB-5. It requires less money, creates jobs, and offers a path to citizenship.

Mia Giacomazzi
Feb 272 min read


How Does the Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake Beef Relate to Immigration Law? 👊
Could the Kendrick vs. Drake feud affect Drake’s immigration status?
If Drake is a U.S. citizen—no issue. If he’s a green card holder or on a visa, criminal allegations could pose serious risks. From visa revocations to deportation proceedings, immigration law doesn’t play around when it comes to crime.
Entertainment meets legal reality. Let’s break it down.

Mia Giacomazzi
Feb 132 min read
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