The EB-5 program experienced the most significant changes in at least 10 years with new regulations taking effect on November 21, 2019. With increased investment amounts, restricted targeted employment areas and lengthy quota backlogs, the EB-5 visa has lost its luster for many foreign nationals. A few years ago, Ron Klasko developed a strategy for high net worth individuals from countries without bilateral investment treaties with the U.S. to achieve their U.S. immigration goals by obtaining citizenship by investment (CBI) in a treaty country followed by a treaty investor visa (E-2) application. That is the subject of this bonus episode.

In partnership with the Investment Migration Council, Ron Klasko, joined by Jessica DeNisi and Oliver Yang, talks about when CBI/E-2 is the best option, how to qualify for the E-2 visa, how to use the E-2 visa in conjunction with EB-5, and how to decide between the citizenship-by-investment countries. To view this webinar recording, please click here. 

Speakers on this bonus episode are:
H. Ronald Klasko- rklasko@klaskolaw.com
Jessica DeNisi- jdenisi@klaskolaw.com
Oliver Yang- fyang@klaskolaw.com

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The EB-5 program experienced the most significant changes in at least 10 years with new regulations taking effect on November 21, 2019. With increased investment amounts, restricted targeted employment areas and lengthy quota backlogs, the EB-5 visa has lost its luster for many foreign nationals. A few years ago, Ron Klasko developed a strategy for high net worth individuals from countries without bilateral investment treaties with the U.S. to achieve their U.S. immigration goals by obtaining citizenship by investment (CBI) in a treaty country followed by a treaty investor visa (E-2) application. That is the subject of this bonus episode.
In partnership with the&nbsp;<a href="https://investmentmigration.org/">Investment Migration Council</a>, Ron Klasko, joined by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/jessica-a-denisi/">Jessica DeNisi</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/f-oliver-yang/">Oliver Yang</a>, talks about when CBI/E-2 is the best option, how to qualify for the E-2 visa, how to use the E-2 visa in conjunction with EB-5, and how to decide between the citizenship-by-investment countries.&nbsp;To view this webinar recording, please <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/event/citizenship-by-investment-and-e-2-a-u-s-immigration-strategy-for-high-net-worth-individuals-2/">click here.</a>&nbsp;
Speakers on this bonus episode are:
<ul>
<li>H. Ronald Klasko- <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/">rklasko@klaskolaw.com</a></li>
<li>Jessica DeNisi- <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/jessica-a-denisi/">jdenisi@klaskolaw.com</a></li>
<li>Oliver Yang- <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/f-oliver-yang/">fyang@klaskolaw.com</a></li>
</ul>
For the latest business and employment based immigration updates, follow Klasko Immigration on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/">LinkedIn</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw">Twitter</a>. Sign up for our <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/">newsletter here</a>.

Welcome to Statutes of Liberty: An Immigration Podcast by Klasko Immigration Law Partners. 

The United States is many things: a great melting pot, a nation of immigrants, a land of opportunity. Millions have journeyed here seeking freedom and the chance for a better life. Belief in the American ideal means providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race or birthplace, to achieve their highest potential. 

Join us as we unravel the ins and outs of American immigration policy, from the issues of today to the historic basis for laws already in place.

Statutes of Liberty

Join Klasko Immigration Law Partners and Anu Nair in this podcast, Statutes of Liberty, as we unravel the ins and outs of American immigration policy, from the issues of today to the historic basis for laws already in place.

The EB-5 program experienced the most significant changes in at least 10 years with new regulations taking effect on November 21, 2019. With increased investment amounts, restricted targeted employment areas and lengthy quota backlogs, the EB-5 visa has lost its luster for many foreign nationals. A few years ago, Ron Klasko developed a strategy for high net worth individuals from countries without bilateral investment treaties with the U.S. to achieve their U.S. immigration goals by obtaining citizenship by investment (CBI) in a treaty country followed by a treaty investor visa (E-2) application. That is the subject of this bonus episode.  In partnership with the Investment Migration Council, Ron Klasko, joined by Jessica DeNisi and Oliver Yang, talks about when CBI/E-2 is the best option, how to qualify for the E-2 visa, how to use the E-2 visa in conjunction with EB-5, and how to decide between the citizenship-by-investment countries.

Bonus Episode: Citizenship by Investment and E-2: A U.S. Immigration Strategy for High Net Worth Individuals

With a large wave of layoffs reported in November 2022, many H-1B visa holders worry about what their next steps should be. In this podcast episode, Anu Nair speaks with partner Bill Stock and senior associate Maria Mihaylova to discuss the potential impact of recent layoffs occurring in the different industries and how they affect H-1B employees.

As concerns rise for H-1B employees, Klasko attorneys address these pressing questions on what you need to know in the case of an H-1B layoff.
How long can an H-1B worker remain in the U.S. once they have been laid off?
What happens if a new H-1B employer is found within the grace period?
Is a change of status an option during the grace period?
If unable to find a new employer within the grace period, what will be the cost of a return trip home?
Are F-1, O-1, or J-1 visas an option to return to the U.S.?
Do you get to keep your priority date if your previous employer filed your I-140 petition?
Can you still get a green card approved if you no longer have a job offer with the I-140 employer?
What are some self-sponsor options for people who are not able to find a petitioning employer?

For more information on this topic, read our latest blog and infographic:
I Have an H-1B Visa and Just Got Laid Off. What Do I Need to Know?

Speakers on this episode are:
Bill Stock
Anu Nair
Maria Mihaylova

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Schedule a consultation here.

With a large wave of layoffs reported in November 2022, many H-1B visa holders worry about what their next steps should be. In this podcast episode, Anu Nair speaks with partner Bill Stock and senior associate Maria Mihaylova to discuss the potential impact of recent layoffs occurring in the different industries and how they affect H-1B employees.
As concerns rise for H-1B employees, Klasko attorneys address these pressing questions on <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/h-1b-employment/h-1b-layoff-infographic-for-employees/">what you need to know in the case of an H-1B layoff</a>.
<ul>
<li>How long can an H-1B worker remain in the U.S. once they have been laid off?</li>
<li>What happens if a new H-1B employer is found within the grace period?</li>
<li>Is a change of status an option during the grace period?</li>
<li>If unable to find a new employer within the grace period, what will be the cost of a return trip home?</li>
<li>Are F-1, O-1, or J-1 visas an option to return to the U.S.?</li>
<li>Do you get to keep your priority date if your previous employer filed your I-140 petition?</li>
<li>Can you still get a green card approved if you no longer have a job offer with the I-140 employer?</li>
<li>What are some self-sponsor options for people who are not able to find a petitioning employer?</li>
</ul>
For more information on this topic, read our latest blog and infographic:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/h-1b-employment/h-1b-layoff-infographic-for-employees/">I Have an H-1B Visa and Just Got Laid Off. What Do I Need to Know?</a></li>
</ul>
Speakers on this episode are:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/william-a-stock/">Bill Stock</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/">Anu Nair</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/maria-mihaylova/">Maria Mihaylova</a></li>
</ul>
Stay connected with us:
<ul>
<li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/">WeChat</a></li>
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</ul>

With a large wave of layoffs reported in November 2022, many H-1B visa holders worry about what their next steps should be. In this podcast episode, Anu Nair speaks with partner Bill Stock and senior associate Maria Mihaylova to discuss the potential impact of recent layoffs occurring in the different industries and how they affect H-1B employees.  As concerns rise for H-1B employees, Klasko attorneys address these pressing questions on what you need to know in the case of an H-1B layoff. •	How long can an H-1B worker remain in the U.S. once they have been laid off?  •	What happens if a new H-1B employer is found within the grace period? •	Is a change of status an option during the grace period? •	If unable to find a new employer within the grace period, what will be the cost of a return trip home? •	Are F-1, O-1, or J-1 visas an option to return to the U.S.? •	Do you get to keep your priority date if your previous employer filed your I-140 petition? •	Can you still get a green card approved if you no longer have a job offer with the I-140 employer? •	What are some self-sponsor options for people who are not able to find a petitioning employer? For more information on this topic, read our latest blog and infographic: •	I Have an H-1B Visa and Just Got Laid Off. What Do I Need to Know? Speakers on this episode are: •	Bill Stock •	Anu Nair •	Maria Mihaylova Stay connected with us: •	Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat •	Sign up for newsletter and email updates •	Schedule a consultation here.

Episode 31: H-1B Layoff Information for Employees

Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy, both partners with Klasko Immigration Law Partners, talk with Anu Nair about a major litigation victory on which they were co-counsel. The litigation is significant because USCIS had put restrictions on the EB-5 regional center program that went beyond what Congress intended when it reinstated the program in March 2022, which would have killed the program for years.

Anu Nair asks Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy to explain the importance and the details of the settlement and what it means for regional centers and investors moving forward:
Why was the litigation necessary to reopen the program?
What are the terms of the litigation settlement?
Are all the regional centers active again?
What is the difference between the forms I-956 and the I-956F?
What documents can investors use now to file their petitions?
What is the likelihood of issues with regional center recertification?
Will there be any deference given to previously approved regional centers and projects?
What happens to investors if their regional centers don’t continue in the program?
What more communication will the EB-5 industry have with USCIS in the future?

Thank you to  our clients, who were plaintiffs in this litigation: EB-5 Capital, CanAm Enterprises, Civitas Capital Group, Golden Gate Global, Pine State Regional Center, and IIUSA. Without their intervention, the EB-5 regional center program would still be inactive today.

Please email us at podcast@klaskolaw.com with any questions you have on this topic.

Speakers on this episode are:
 Ronald Klasko
Daniel B. Lundy
Anu Nair

Stay connected with us:
Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat
Sign up for newsletter and email updates
Schedule a consultation here.

Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy, both partners with Klasko Immigration Law Partners, talk with Anu Nair about a major litigation victory on which they were co-counsel. The litigation is significant because USCIS had put restrictions on the EB-5 regional center program that went beyond what Congress intended when it reinstated the program in March 2022, which would have killed the program for years.
Anu Nair asks Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy to explain the importance and the details of the settlement and what it means for regional centers and investors moving forward:
<ol>
<li>Why was the litigation necessary to reopen the program?</li>
<li>What are the terms of the litigation settlement?</li>
<li>Are all the regional centers active again?</li>
<li>What is the difference between the forms I-956 and the I-956F?</li>
<li>What documents can investors use now to file their petitions?</li>
<li>What is the likelihood of issues with regional center recertification?</li>
<li>Will there be any deference given to previously approved regional centers and projects?</li>
<li>What happens to investors if their regional centers don’t continue in the program?</li>
<li>What more communication will the EB-5 industry have with USCIS in the future?</li>
</ol>
Thank you to  our clients, who were plaintiffs in this litigation: <a href="https://www.eb5capital.com/">EB-5 Capital</a>, <a href="https://www.canamenterprises.com/">CanAm Enterprises</a>, <a href="https://www.civitascapital.com/">Civitas Capital Group</a>, <a href="https://www.3gfund.com/">Golden Gate Global</a>, <a href="https://pinestateregionalcenter.com/">Pine State Regional Center</a>, and <a href="https://iiusa.org/">IIUSA</a>. Without their intervention, the EB-5 regional center program would still be inactive today.
Please email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a> with any questions you have on this topic.
Speakers on this episode are:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/"> Ronald Klasko</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/">Anu Nair</a></li>
</ul>
Stay connected with us:
<ul>
<li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/">WeChat</a></li>
<li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/">newsletter and email updates</a></li>
<li>Schedule a consultation <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/schedule-a-consultation/">here</a>.</li>
</ul>

Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy, both partners with Klasko Immigration Law Partners, talk with Anu Nair about a major litigation victory on which they were co-counsel. The litigation is significant because USCIS had put restrictions on the EB-5 regional center program that went beyond what Congress intended when it reinstated the program in March 2022, which would have killed the program for years.  Anu Nair asks Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy to explain the importance and the details of the settlement and what it means for regional centers and investors moving forward:  1.	Why was the litigation necessary to reopen the program? 2.	What are the terms of the litigation settlement? 3.	Are all the regional centers active again? 4.	What is the difference between the forms I-956 and the I-956F? 5.	What documents can investors use now to file their petitions? 6.	What is the likelihood of issues with regional center recertification? 7.	Will there be any deference given to previously approved regional centers and projects? 8.	What happens to investors if their regional centers don’t continue in the program? 9.	What more communication will the EB-5 industry have with USCIS in the future? Thank you to  our clients, who were plaintiffs in this litigation: EB-5 Capital, CanAm Enterprises, Civitas Capital Group, Golden Gate Global, Pine State Regional Center, and IIUSA. Without their intervention, the EB-5 regional center program would still be inactive today.  Please email us at podcast@klaskolaw.com with any questions you have on this topic. Speakers on this episode are: •	H. Ronald Klasko •	Daniel B. Lundy •	Anu Nair Stay connected with us: •	Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat •	Sign up for newsletter and email updates •	Schedule a consultation here.

Episode 30: EB-5 Litigation Victory!

On Friday, June 24, 2022, a federal district court judge ordered a nationwide preliminary injunction, which has since reopened the EB-5 regional center program for regional centers. In this episode, Klasko EB-5 attorneys discuss the latest updates to the EB-5 regional center program and what that means for investors, developers, and brokers. They will also address what role they played in this litigation and give advice on next steps for EB-5 clients.

Attorneys Ron Klasko, Dan Lundy, and Allison Li address questions on what the judge’s decision means and more:
Is the regional center program fully operational now?
Can regional centers file project approval applications now?
When can investors file I-526s?
Are there any risks for investors who file I-526 petitions?
What if an existing regional center wants to change or extend its geographic territory?

Speakers on this episode are:
 Ronald Klasko
Daniel B. Lundy
Alison Li

Stay connected with us:
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Sign up for newsletter and email updates
Schedule a consultation here.

On Friday, June 24, 2022, a federal district court judge ordered a nationwide preliminary injunction, which has since reopened the EB-5 regional center program for regional centers. In this episode, Klasko EB-5 attorneys discuss the latest updates to the EB-5 regional center program and what that means for investors, developers, and brokers. They will also address what role they played in this litigation and give advice on next steps for EB-5 clients.
Attorneys Ron Klasko, Dan Lundy, and Allison Li address questions on what the judge’s decision means and more:
<ol>
<li>Is the regional center program fully operational now?</li>
<li>Can regional centers file project approval applications now?</li>
<li>When can investors file I-526s?</li>
<li>Are there any risks for investors who file I-526 petitions?</li>
<li>What if an existing regional center wants to change or extend its geographic territory?</li>
</ol>
Speakers on this episode are:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/"> Ronald Klasko</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li>
<li>Alison Li</li>
</ul>
Stay connected with us:
<ul>
<li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/">WeChat</a></li>
<li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/">newsletter and email updates</a></li>
<li>Schedule a consultation <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/schedule-a-consultation/">here</a>.</li>
</ul>

On Friday, June 24, 2022, a federal district court judge ordered a nationwide preliminary injunction, which has since reopened the EB-5 regional center program for regional centers. In this episode, Klasko EB-5 attorneys discuss the latest updates to the EB-5 regional center program and what that means for investors, developers, and brokers. They will also address what role they played in this litigation and give advice on next steps for EB-5 clients.  Attorneys Ron Klasko, Dan Lundy, and Allison Li address questions on what the judge’s decision means and more:  Is the regional center program fully operational now? Can regional centers file project approval applications now? When can investors file I-526s? Are there any risks for investors who file I-526 petitions? What if an existing regional center wants to change or extend its geographic territory?  Speakers on this episode are:  Ronald Klasko Daniel B. Lundy Alison Li  Stay connected with us:  Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates Schedule a consultation here.

Bonus Episode: Citizenship by Investment and E-2: A U.S. Immigration Strategy for High Net Worth Individuals

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