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• Thailand Real Estate & Property: Thai Condos, Leases, Usufructs, And Mortgages
  A brief summary of issues associated with Thailand property transfer.
  Published 08Sep2011, viewed 114 times

• United States Family Immigration From Vietnam
  A brief look at immigration issues associated with Vietnamese spouses and fiancees.
  Published 02Sep2011, viewed 103 times

• A Brief Legal Overview Of Issues Associated With Thai Property Acquisition
  A brief synopsis of some of the issues associated with purchase of property in the Kingdom of Thailand.
  Published 13Aug2011, viewed 115 times

• K-1 Visas From Vietnam, Cambodia, And Thailand
  A brief overview of K-1 visas in the context of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
  Published 18Jul2011, viewed 222 times

• Visas For The Kingdoms Of Thailand And Cambodia
  A brief overview of travel documents used by those wishing to visit the Southeast Asian Kingdoms of Thailand and Cambodia.
  Published 15Jul2011, viewed 166 times

• Thai Visas, Work Permits, And Lawful Permanent Residence
  This article is written as a brief overview of issues associated with Thai visas, work permits, and permanent residence.
  Published 28Jun2011, viewed 245 times

• K-1 Visas, CR-1 Visas, IR-1 Visas, Advance Parole, And Employment Authorization
  A quick overview of issues associated with K-1 visas, advance parole, and employment authorization.
  Published 25Jun2011, viewed 318 times

• Thai Amity Companies, Property, And Real Estate
  This article was written for those interested in learning information about Thai property, real estate, and the US-Thai Treaty of Amity.
  Published 24Jun2011, viewed 358 times

• CR-1 Visas, IR-1 Visas, And K-1 Visas Explored
  A brief look at issues associated with the K-1 Fiance Visa and the US Marriage Visas categorized as CR-1 or IR-1.
  Published 23Jun2011, viewed 249 times

• Business Issues In An Asian Context
  The following article discusses issues associated with the undertaking of business in Thailand, ASEAN, China, and Greater Asia.
  Published 09Jun2011, viewed 255 times

• Issues Associated With The Purchase Of Thai Property
  A brief look into the issues associated with purchasing property or real estate in Thailand.
  Published 26May2011, viewed 268 times

• Immigrant Visa and K-1 Visa Processing Issues
  This article is intended for those who are interested in exploring some of the differences between immigrant family visas and fiancee visas.
  Published 23May2011, viewed 200 times

• How Would A Government Shutdown Impact The US Visa Process?
  An overview of possible ramifications for those processing a US visa in the event of a United States government shutdown.
  Published 24Apr2011, viewed 570 times

• Thai Immigration Issues In 2011
  A brief overview of issues pertaining to Thai visas and immigration in 2011.
  Published 09Apr2011, viewed 520 times

• USCIS Processing Delays And The K-3 Visa
  An overview of the current processing situation at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) and the implications for visa seekers.
  Published 09Apr2011, viewed 321 times

• Thailand Companies
  A look at the issues surrounding Thai juristic persons.
  Published 29Mar2011, viewed 274 times

• Permanent Residence In The Kingdom of Thailand
  An overview of the issues pertaining to Thai Lawful Permanent Residence.
  Published 28Mar2011, viewed 401 times

• Work Permits For Foreign Nationals In Thailand
  An overview of issues associated with the Thai work permit.
  Published 25Mar2011, viewed 264 times

• The Violence Against Women Act In An Immigration Context
  A brief look into how the Violence Against Women Act and its amendments can impact the United States Immigration process.
  Published 19Mar2011, viewed 242 times

• Professional Assistance in the Thai Condominium Sale or Purchasing Process
  A look at issues pertaining to acquisition and sale of Condominium Units in the Kingdom of Thailand.
  Published 03Mar2011, viewed 187 times

• Legal Issues Associated With The Conducting Of Business In Thailand
  An overview of the many options that foreign nationals may have with regard to conducting business in the Kingdom of Thailand.
  Published 27Feb2011, viewed 298 times

• American Attorney Assistance With Consular Processing
  A look at Consular Processing at United States Missions (Embassies, Consulates, Institutes, Visa Units, etc.) abroad.
  Published 26Feb2011, viewed 252 times

• United States K-1 Visa Processing in 2011
  This article looks at the K-1 visa process and how it may evolve in the year 2011.
  Published 16Feb2011, viewed 831 times

• The K-3 Visa Process in 2011
  This article is intended to provide insight and information to those interested in processing a US K-3 visa in the year 2011.
  Published 31Jan2011, viewed 1038 times

• The United States E-2 Visa Process
  This article is simply meant to act as a sort of primer for those wishing to learn about the United States E-2 visa.
  Published 21Jan2011, viewed 470 times

• The L-1 Visa Process
  This article is intended for those researching the L-1 visa for the first time. This should be viewed as a primer rather than a definitive resource on this topic.
  Published 20Jan2011, viewed 314 times

• American Visa Denial Pursuant To Section 221(g) Of The Immigration And Nationality Act
  An article about section 221(g) of the United States Immigration and Nationality Act and how that section impacts United States visa applications.
  Published 19Jan2011, viewed 941 times

• American Non-Immigrant Visas: 214(b) Denial and Expedited Removal
  A brief article discussing non-immigrant visas in the context of section 214(b) of the United States Immigration and Nationality Act and the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996.
  Published 15Jan2011, viewed 485 times

• United States K-1 Visas, Immigrant Visas, and Adjustment of Status
  This article provides some insight into the issues surrounding adjustment of status and how K-1 visas differ from Immigrant spouse visas.
  Published 14Jan2011, viewed 208 times

• Comparative Advantages And Disadvantages Of United States Fiance And Marriage Visas
  A brief article which siomply compares and contrasts the varying advantages and disadvantages of the K-1 fiance visa and the United States immigrant visas (CR-1/IR-1).
  Published 24Dec2010, viewed 192 times

• American EB-5 Visa Processing Issues
  An overview of the EB-5 Visa process in the context of India.
  Published 08Jan2011, viewed 221 times

• The EB-5 Visa Process
  A concise synopsis of issues associated with the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa in the context of Thailand.
  Published 07Jan2011, viewed 244 times

• EB-5 Visas from China
  A brief look at EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visas for Chinese Nationals.
  Published 05Jan2011, viewed 218 times

• K3 Visas: Taiwan
  A brief overview of the K-3 visa process for Taiwanese Nationals.
  Published 29Nov2010, viewed 209 times

• K3 Visas: Laos
  A summary of the K-3 visa process in the context of Laos.
  Published 28Nov2010, viewed 225 times

• K3 Visas: India
  An overview of the K-3 visa process in the context of India.
  Published 28Nov2010, viewed 343 times

• K3 Visas: Vietnam
  A brief overview of the K-3 visa process in the context of Vietnam.
  Published 28Nov2010, viewed 230 times

• K3 Visas: Indonesia
  An overview of issues concerning administrative closure of K3 visa applications.
  Published 27Nov2010, viewed 246 times

• K3 Visas: Cambodia
  An overview of K-3 visas and the recent policy of administrative closure in the context of a visa petition for a Cambodian spouse.
  Published 24Nov2010, viewed 292 times

• K1 Visas: Burma
  A quick look at the K1 visa process for Citizens of the Union of Myanmar.
  Published 12Nov2010, viewed 338 times

• K1 Visas: Taiwan
  A concise summary of the United States K1 visa process for those Americans with a fiance(e) from Taiwan.
  Published 11Nov2010, viewed 453 times

• K1 Visas: Malaysia
  An overview of the K-1 visa process as it pertains to the those from the country of Malaysia.
  Published 10Nov2010, viewed 577 times

• K1 Visas: Laos
  A brief primer for those researching the K1 visa process in the context of the Peoples' Democratic Republic of Laos.
  Published 09Nov2010, viewed 309 times

• K1 Visas: India
  A concise overview of issues that could arise during the K1 visa process in an Indian context.
  Published 09Nov2010, viewed 442 times

• K1 Visas: Vietnam
  A brief overview of the K1 visa process for Vietnamese loved ones.
  Published 09Nov2010, viewed 298 times

• K1 Visa Indonesia
  A look at the US K1 Visa Process for an Indonesian fiancee of an American Citizen.
  Published 04Nov2010, viewed 281 times

• K1 Visa Cambodia
  A brief overview of the K1 visa process for a Cambodian fiancee.
  Published 04Nov2010, viewed 632 times

• US Tourist Visas for LGBT Couples
  An overview of the issues associated with an application for a US B2 Tourist Visa for the LGBT loved one of a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
  Published 30Oct2010, viewed 249 times

• US Tourist Visas for Boyfriends and/or Girlfriends of American Citizens or Permanent Residents
  A brief overview of tourist visas and their issuance for the significant others of American Citizens and lawful permanent residents.
  Published 01Oct2010, viewed 700 times

• US Fiance Visa: Searching for an American Attorney for a Thai Fiancee
  A brief look at the importance of attorney licensure in the context of United States Immigration.
  Published 18Oct2010, viewed 272 times

• The US and Thailand: How the "Other Special Relationship" May be the Key to Economic Prosperity
  A look at the current economic climate in the USA, China, Thailand, and the ASEAN community and how the interrelationships between these economies may be the key to future economic prosperity for all involved.
  Published 14Oct2010, viewed 339 times

• Legal Process Outsourcing for American Lawyers
  A brief look at the Legal Process Outsourcing (LPO) industry and how it may forever change the practice of law in the United States of America.
  Published 10Oct2010, viewed 258 times

• E Visas and Ecommerce: American Enterprise in 2010
  A brief look at possible mutual benefits which could be accrued to the US economy from foreign ecommerce enterprises doing business in the United States of America.
  Published 09Oct2010, viewed 282 times

• E1 Visas and US Company Registration
  A brief look at the E1 visa in the context of US Company Registration.
  Published 29Sep2010, viewed 213 times

• E2 Visas and US Company Registration
  A brief overview of the Company Registration process for those seeking an E2 visa.
  Published 29Sep2010, viewed 495 times

• L1 Visas and US Company Registration
  A look at American company incorporation in the context of the L1 visa process.
  Published 29Sep2010, viewed 569 times

• Petitioner's Criminal History and the US Immigration Process
  A brief look at ways that a previous criminal conviction can impact a recently submitted visa petition or application.
  Published 19Sep2010, viewed 640 times

• Recent Developments in the Area of United States LGBT Immigration law
  A look at recent legal developments in the campaign for Equal LGBT Rights.
  Published 10Sep2010, viewed 262 times

• US Company Registration and L1 Visas
  A brief overview of the use of American Corporate entities in certain Immigration matters.
  Published 10Sep2010, viewed 659 times

• K1 Visa Processing Changes
  A brief look at how protocol changes can impact the K1 visa process.
  Published 06Sep2010, viewed 568 times

• US Immigration From Asia
  A brief look at American Immigration in Asia.
  Published 03Sep2010, viewed 277 times

• Company Registration in the USA and Thailand
  A brief synopsis of issues surrounding Thai and US Company incorporation.
  Published 19Aug2010, viewed 259 times

• Recently Filed Complaint Could Have Significant Impact Upon K-1 Visa Processing Procedures
  A brief analysis of a recently filed complaint against the US government regarding processing procedures for US K-1 fiance visas.
  Published 12Aug2010, viewed 779 times

• The Importance of Limited Liability
  An overview of the legal history of Limited Liability Companies in the USA.
  Published 06Aug2010, viewed 1497 times

• American Business Visas
  A look at US Business Visas for Foreign Nationals.
  Published 01Aug2010, viewed 402 times

• American Warrants and Passport Issuance Abroad
  A look at how US warrants can effect an American traveler outside of the USA.
  Published 01Jul2010, viewed 634 times

• Comparing and Contrasting the Corporate Law of Thailand and the United States
  A brief comparison and contrast of business law in the United States of America and the Kingdom of Thailand.
  Published 25Jul2010, viewed 270 times

• Thai Marriage Registration For Foreign Nationals
  A look at Thai Family Law and the impact it has on third country nationals wishing to marry in Thailand.
  Published 23Jul2010, viewed 408 times

• Criminal Law and United States Immigration
  An overview of recent developments in both US Criminal law and US Immigration law.
  Published 22Jul2010, viewed 462 times

• US Warrants from an International Perspective
  An overview of US Criminal procedure in an international context.
  Published 21Jul2010, viewed 245 times

• Registration of Limited Liability Companies in the United States of America
  A brief overview of the benefits of American LLC registration for foreign nationals.
  Published 20Jul2010, viewed 325 times

• Further Fees Proposed in Connection with the US Immgration Process
  An overview of recently proposed USCIS fee increases and recently enacted Department of State fee increases in connection with K visas.
  Published 14Jul2010, viewed 572 times

• How Has the Recent Unrest Impacted the US Immigration Process for those from Thailand?
  A look at how recent social problems may delay US visa processing from Thailand.
  Published 04Jul2010, viewed 259 times

• Department of State Increasing Application Fee For K1 and K3 Visa Applications
  The American Department of State recently announced that the application fee for K visas is set to increase.
  Published 28Jun2010, viewed 478 times

• Consular Practice: Insights from an Attorney on the Ground
  Insights from an American Immigration attorney on the ground in Bangkok, Thailand.
  Published 19May2010, viewed 357 times

• Confidentiality Issues and American Lawyers in Thailand
  A look at the issues surrounding attorney/client privilege and the unlicensed practice of law.
  Published 08Jun2010, viewed 353 times

• Affidavit of Support: the I-134 and the I-864
  An article discussing the legal issues surrounding the different kinds of family based visas and their corresponding affidavits of support.
  Published 25May2010, viewed 2230 times

• Marriage and Prenuptial Agreements in Thailand
  An overview of Thai prenuptial agreements and marriage registration.
  Published 22May2010, viewed 749 times

• US Immigration: Do It Yourself Kits?
  A look at the effectiveness of so-called visa "kits."
  Published 09May2010, viewed 295 times

• The Importance of a Licensed Drafter for Thai Prenuptial Agreements
  A look at the issues surrounding Thai prenuptial agreements.
  Published 30Apr2010, viewed 363 times

• US Visa Thailand: What If My Thai Fiancee Worked In A Bar?
  A look at Legal Grounds of Inadmissibility and US visas from Thailand.
  Published 23Apr2010, viewed 543 times

• US Tourist Visa for a Thai Girlfriend
  A look at the process of obtaining a United States visa for a Thai girlfriend.
  Published 18Apr2010, viewed 926 times

• US Visa Denial Thailand: Information About the US Visa Process
  A brief overview of the US visa process and the various points in the process where a denial may occur.
  Published 16Apr2010, viewed 383 times

• US Visas, Immigration, and the Unlicensed Practice of Law
  A look at how unlicensed legal practitioners can detrimentally affect visa applicants.
  Published 13Apr2010, viewed 368 times

• US Tourist Visa Applications For Thai Fiancees: Misrepresentation Issues
  A brief look at US tourist visas for Thai fiancees.
  Published 12Apr2010, viewed 601 times

• K3 Visa Thailand: "Administrative Closing" and Visa Interview "Forum Shopping"
  An overview of recent changes to the K-3 visa process
  Published 11Apr2010, viewed 251 times

• Will Recent NVC Processing Changes Impact The K-1 Visa Process?
  A look at whether NVC "administrative closure" of certain I-129f petitions will impact K-1 visa seekers.
  Published 02Apr2010, viewed 400 times

• K-3 Visas To Be Administratively Closed In Certain Cases
  A look at recent changes in the administrative processing of K-3 Visa petitions.
  Published 15Mar2010, viewed 712 times

• Proposed Fee Increase For Consular Services at Embassies and Consulates Abroad
  A look at recently proposed fee increases for US Consular Services.
  Published 19Feb2010, viewed 297 times

• Thai Work Permit Rule Changes and the Thai Visa Extension
  A brief look at the new Thai work permit rules and how they may impact Thai visa extensions.
  Published 23Feb2010, viewed 604 times

• US Visa Interview at the US Embassy in Bangkok: The Red Card
  A look at the US Visa Process and the Visa Interview at the Us Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand.
  Published 07Feb2010, viewed 531 times

• US Immigration Issues and Changes
  An overview of the current state of American Immigration
  Published 19Feb2010, viewed 304 times

• US Tourist Visa Thailand: Issues for Thai-American Couples
  A look at American tourist visas and how the are obtained.
  Published 10Feb2010, viewed 351 times

• CR-1 Visas in 2010
  A look at the CR-1 visa process and the impact future legislation may have upon the US Immigration system in 2010.
  Published 04Feb2010, viewed 782 times

• The K-3 Marriage Visa Process in 2010
  A look at the K3 visa and possible changes to the K3 process in 2010.
  Published 03Feb2010, viewed 708 times

• The K1 Fiance Visa in 2010
  A brief look at the K1 visa and how the process could change in 2010
  Published 02Feb2010, viewed 1374 times

• K-1 Visa Interview Fees May be Raised
  A look at the proposed rule that would raise fees for US K1 and K3 visas.
  Published 20Jan2010, viewed 467 times

• Living Wills in the Kingdom of Thailand
  A brief look at living wills and the possibility of their promulgation in the Kingdom of Thailand.
  Published 19Jan2010, viewed 404 times

• K1 Visas and I-601 Waivers: Is Waiver Approval Binding at Adjustment?
  A brief look at the impact of I-601 waivers upon later adjustment adjudication
  Published 19Jan2010, viewed 1044 times

• K1 Visa Issues and Requirements
  An overview of K1 visas, Expedited Removal, Tourist Visas, and 221g Refusals.
  Published 13Jan2010, viewed 562 times

• Thailand Visa Runs: Methods of Maintaining Status
  A look at maintaining lawful presence in Thailand through "visa runs."
  Published 12Jan2010, viewed 491 times

• 99 State: US Immigration Attorneys and Consular Processing
  A brief look at 99 State and the relationship between Consular Officers and US Immigration Attorneys.
  Published 11Jan2010, viewed 375 times

• Thailand Visa Issues
  A brief overview of notations in validly issued Thai visas.
  Published 07Jan2010, viewed 257 times

• The Foreign Affairs Manual's Perspective Regarding US Immigration Attorneys
  A look at the Foreign Affairs Manual and the Department of State protocol for corresponding with American Immigration attorneys
  Published 31Dec2009, viewed 394 times

• Elves In Sombreros: A Look at Christmas in Thailand
  An expatriate's take of the Holiday Season in Thailand.
  Published 29Dec2009, viewed 896 times

• Consular Processing Issues: 221g, 214b, Administrative Processing, and the Fraud Prevention Unit
  A brief overview of ways that US visa applications can be delayed overseas.
  Published 18Dec2009, viewed 3076 times

• A Trend Toward Expedited Removal For Loved Ones of US Citizens Using US Tourist Visas
  An overview of how expedited removal can affect foreign fiancees and spouses using tourist visas.
  Published 17Dec2009, viewed 464 times

• Thailand Visa Update
  A brief overview of the immigration & visa situation in the Kingdom of Thailand.
  Published 29Nov2009, viewed 389 times

• Can Anyone Really Guarantee a US Visa for My Thai Fiancee?
  A look at common "bait and switch" schemes perpetrated by unscrupulous "visa agents."
  Published 28Nov2009, viewed 376 times

• Thai Company Ownership: The Key to Economic Freedom in Thailand
  A look at the benefits foreigners can enjoy by incorporating a Thai company.
  Published 25Nov2009, viewed 412 times

• How do I get my Thai Fiancee United States Citizenship?
  A brief overview of the full process of getting a Thai Fiancee a US passport, from the initial K1 visa until the US naturalization process.
  Published 24Nov2009, viewed 292 times

• Visas To Visit Thailand Long Term
  A look at recent rules regarding Thai visa obtainment. Also, tips for those wishing to expatriate or become long term tourists.
  Published 21Nov2009, viewed 361 times

• Thailand Immigration Information
  A brief look at the constantly changing world of Thai Immigration
  Published 19Nov2009, viewed 852 times

• US Immigration: Changes to the Form G28
  New Changes to the Form G-28 and how it impacts US Immigration from Thailand.
  Published 06Nov2009, viewed 1207 times

• US Immigration and Visa Matters: The Widow's Penalty
  Information regarding the issues that arise should a United States Citizen die before adjudication of an adjustment of status application.
  Published 05Nov2009, viewed 572 times

• What Do The Dates Mean on My Thai Fiancee's K1 Visa?
  An explanation of the information imparted on the US K1 visa
  Published 31Oct2009, viewed 635 times

• How Do I Find Competent Legal Advice for My Thai Fiancee
  Methods of avoiding consumer fraud in the area of US Immigration law from Thailand.
  Published 24Oct2009, viewed 607 times

• State Department & Immigration Forms for US Visas
  A brief description of the Department of State's protocols for issuing US visas
  Published 23Oct2009, viewed 286 times

• CR1 Visa in Thailand: Local Filing
  A brief look at the CR1 visa process when locally filed at USCIS Bangkok.
  Published 05Oct2009, viewed 465 times

• US Visa Process
  The United States Visa obtainment process can be daunting as well as confusing because there are so many different visa categories, and each category has a slightly different way of processing through the American Immigration system.
  Published 02Oct2009, viewed 536 times

• K1 Visas and the Multiple Filer Database
  A Brief overview of K1 visas and the result of filing more than one application.
  Published 30Sep2009, viewed 584 times

• Thailand Visa and Immigration
  A look at issues associated with Thai Immigration
  Published 27Sep2009, viewed 422 times

• Thai and US Immigration
  A brief look at the differences between the Immigration systems of Thailand and the United States of America
  Published 25Sep2009, viewed 486 times

• Why does the K-3 visa require a K-1 application form?
  An article explaining the K-3 visa application process viewed in comparison to the K-1 visa application process.
  Published 07Sep2009, viewed 358 times

• Thailand and US Visa Information
  A look at Thai & US Visas from the perspective of an American Immigration Lawyer in Thailand
  Published 01Sep2009, viewed 487 times

• The K-1 Visa and F-1 Visa From Thailand: Problems to Avoid
  A brief look at the difference between the K-1 visa and the F-1 visa and why the F-1 should not be used by Thai-American Couples wishing to Immigrate to the USA.
  Published 21Aug2009, viewed 426 times

• J-1 visas for Thai Fiancees: Is it a good Idea?
  A brief overview of the perils and pitfalls that can occur when using a J-1 visa to bring a Thai fiancee to the USA.
  Published 19Aug2009, viewed 363 times

• F-1 Student Visas From Thailand
  A brief description of the F-1 Visa
  Published 15Aug2009, viewed 417 times

• The United States J-1 Visa
  A brief overview of the J1 Visa Process
  Published 13Aug2009, viewed 539 times

• K-1 Visa Thailand: The Meeting Requirement
  An overview explaining the meeting requirement of the K-1 visa to the United States
  Published 03Aug2009, viewed 350 times

• The Uniting American Families Act
  A brief overview of the Uniting American Families Act and its impact upon US Immigration law.
  Published 23Jul2009, viewed 410 times

• SEO from an Amateur Perspective
  A brief overview of Search Engine Optimization by a non-tech savvy entrepreneur.
  Published 17Jul2009, viewed 449 times

• Thailand Marriage Issues
  Brief article discussing marriage issues in Thailand and issues arising therefrom.
  Published 16Jun2009, viewed 702 times

• American Visas from Thailand
  Brief overview of Immigration options for unmarried Thai-American couples
  Published 08Jul2009, viewed 363 times

• US Visas and Immigration: The Adam Walsh Act
  Brief overview of the US Immigration implications of the Adam Walsh Child Protection Act.
  Published 05Jul2009, viewed 1245 times

• Domicile and Residence Issues for Immigrant Visas from Thailand
  A thorny issue in Immigration practice is that of US Domicile and Residence in the context of Expat filing from a foreign country. This article attempts to unravel this tricky issue.
  Published 02Jul2009, viewed 386 times

• K1 Visa Thailand: The K1 Visa Interview
  Information regarding the K1 Fiance Visa Interview at the US Embassy in Bangkok.
  Published 29Jun2009, viewed 466 times

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