Mar 9 10

Greece now a member of the Visa Waiver Program

by Jodi Sokolowski

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) designated Greece as a member of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) March 9, 2010. Greek nationals can travel on the VWP beginning [...]

Feb 17 10

Passport office to open in downtown Buffalo

by Jodi Sokolowski

In a move that breathes symbolism, a U.S. passport office will open this fall in the Genesee Gateway building — aptly named for being an entrance into downtown Buffalo’s business district.
The General Services Administration (GSA) for the U.S. Department of State signed a lease for approximately 10,000 square feet in the building for the [...]

Jan 21 10

I lost my U.S. passport or Green Card. Help!

by Michael Serotte

Traveling without a passport may be worse than driving without a driver’s license because your passport confirms your citizenship, while a driver’s license just permits you to drive a vehicle. More importantly, a passport allows you to travel internationally (except in cases where you also need a visa) and, of course, back into your home [...]

Dec 31 09

Can an approved I-130 be revoked if not acted upon?

by Michael Serotte

A Canadian family has put their plans to move to the States on hold. Jon’s* wife, who is an American Citizen, petitioned for Jon and their adult daughter, Anne*, to obtain Green Cards. Jon obtained his, while Anne’s I-130 application was approved in the spring, and she now needs to process for her Green Card [...]

Nov 2 09

Does my passport have to be valid for six months beyond my trip to the U.S.?

by Michael Serotte

You are planning to vacation in the United States and your suitcase is packed, the hotel and flights booked, and your passport in hand. But someone just told you they heard your passport has to be valid at least six months after your return date back home. You look at your passport and see that [...]