What is a Waiver of Inadmissibility?
In some instances, individuals who apply for a nonimmigrant or immigrant visa will be denied entry to the US for reasons of inadmissibility (for example, previous immigration violations, criminal history or communicable diseases). In nonimmigrant cases, consular officers have the discretionary power to recommend a waiver of inadmissibility provided that certain salient facts are demonstrated in the application. Immigrant applicants, by contrast, must submit a formal application to USCIS and obtain an approved waiver before completing the immigrant visa process.

How we can help
Using our extensive legal knowledge and familiarity with various consular posts (where applicable), our US team will prepare a comprehensive waiver application addressing all points related to the admissibility issue.

What is a Re-entry Permit?
A re-entry permit is issued by USCIS to US permanent residents so that they may leave the US for a temporary period of up to two years without risking loss of their permanent resident status. These permits are typically used in situations where a permanent resident is temporarily working or studying outside the US or has planned extensive travel.

How we can help
Our US team will prepare the re-entry permit application and advise the client on the best strategy to apply. Because the application requires the applicant to be physically present in the US at the time of filing, and then again for the biometrics appointment, we will assist the client in planning the steps so that they are able to travel without restriction.

What is Abandonment of Permanent Residency?
A US permanent resident who departs the US with no intention of returning to resume permanent residency may formally abandon their residency.

How we can help
Our US team will first review the facts of each case, including how the permanent resident status was obtained, to assess any risks in abandoning permanent residency. We will then prepare the application and guide the applicant through the submission process.

US permanent resident who satisfies the physical residence and continuous residence requirements may be eligible to naturalise as a US citizen.

How we can help
We will assess each case to determine eligibility and, upon confirming a client meets the requirements, we will work with them to prepare the naturalisation application. Our experienced team is well-placed to advise on naturalisation cases with even the most challenging facts and circumstances.