Immigration Law

Caglar & Associates, PLLC

We offer comprehensive, personalized solutions that enable our clients to take firm steps toward a new future. Inspired by the unique stories of immigrants who enrich America’s cultural, economic, and social fabric, we provide result-oriented, empathetic support that takes each individual’s unique experience into account and helps them take their first step toward the U.S.

A. Employment-Based Green Card Applications

EB-1A Green Card
This category, intended for persons with extraordinary ability in science, the arts, education, business, or athletics, is approved when candidates who will continue working in the same field after arriving in the U.S. either hold prestigious awards or meet at least three of the USCIS criteria. Spouses (E-14) and unmarried children under 21 (E-15) are included.
EB-1C Green Card
For candidates who will serve in managerial or executive positions at a U.S. branch, subsidiary, or affiliate of a foreign company. The applicant must have worked as a manager or executive for at least one year within the three years preceding entry to the U.S. Spouses (E-14) and unmarried children under 21 (E-15) are included.
EB-2 NIW Green Card
Without requiring a PERM Labor Certification, this is for individuals with extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, or business, or whose qualifications will significantly benefit the U.S. economy. The candidate must hold an advanced U.S. degree (or foreign equivalent) or prove extraordinary ability. Spouses (E-21) and unmarried children under 21 (E-22) are included.
EB-3 Green Card
Covering “Skilled Worker,” “Professional,” and “Unskilled Worker” sub-categories, this program applies when candidates with a valid job offer from a U.S. employer have the qualifications the job requires. Spouses (E-34) and unmarried children under 21 (E-35) are included.

B. Family-Based Green Card Applications

Family-based Green Cards aim to preserve family unity by allowing U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents to secure permanent residence for their relatives.

Green Card for Parents
A U.S.-citizen child (age 21+) sponsors parents (also age 21+) for permanent residence. The biological or legal adoptive relationship must be documented.
Green Card for Spouses
Marriage-based Green Cards grant permanent residence to spouses of U.S. citizens or Green Card holders. The marriage need not have occurred in the U.S.; it must be proven bona fide with supporting evidence.
K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa
A temporary immigrant visa for a U.S. citizen’s fiancé(e). After entering the U.S., the couple must marry within 90 days, beginning the marriage-based Green Card process.

C. U.S. Citizenship (Naturalization)

The process by which Green Card holders become U.S. citizens after permanent residence.

Basic Requirements: Hold a Green Card, meet the required residency period, be at least 18, maintain continuous residence, demonstrate good moral character, pass English and civics exams, and pledge allegiance to the U.S. Constitution.

D. Talent & Performance Visas

Temporary employment visas for those with extraordinary ability or achievement in science, art, sports, education, or business.

O-1A Visa
For nationally or internationally recognized extraordinary ability in science, education, business, or athletics. Major awards (e.g., Nobel, Pulitzer, Olympic medals) are strong evidence; otherwise, meet at least three alternative criteria. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may accompany on O-3 visas.
O-1B Visa
For extraordinary achievement in the arts, film, or television, documented by national or international acclaim. Evidence may include media coverage, critical reviews, or leading roles at prominent institutions. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may accompany on O-3 visas.

E. Work Visas

We provide several work-visa options and meticulously manage each applicant’s legal process.

L-1A Visa

A temporary non-immigrant visa enabling U.S. employers to transfer executives/managers from overseas offices, or foreign companies to send executives/managers to launch U.S. operations—popular with start-ups entering the U.S. market.

Employer Requirements

Qualifying relationship (parent, branch, subsidiary, affiliate).
Ongoing business in the U.S. and at least one other country during L-1A status.

Employee Requirements

Employed for at least one continuous year within the past three years by the qualifying organization.
Will serve in an executive or managerial role in the U.S.

Family Members: Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may accompany under L-2 visas.

L-1B Visa

For employees with specialized company knowledge transferred to a U.S. office or to establish one. Employer and employee must meet similar qualifying-relationship and prior-employment rules. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may accompany under L-2 visas.

E-3 Visa

A temporary non-immigrant visa for Australian citizens in specialty occupations. Requires Australian citizenship, a qualifying job offer, and possession of requisite credentials. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may apply with the principal.

H-1B Visa

For specialty-occupation employment in the U.S. Requires a sponsoring employer, a job offer, and at least a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent). Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may hold H-4 status. Annual cap: 65,000 (plus 20,000 master’s-cap exemptions).

R-1 Visa

For temporary religious workers employed by a nonprofit religious organization or denomination. Requires at least two years’ membership, 20 hours/week minimum employment, and work in a qualifying religious role. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may accompany on R-2 visas.

F. Investor & Trader Visas

E-1 Visa (Trader)
For citizens of treaty countries engaged in substantial trade with the U.S. Requires a high trade volume and, if company-sponsored, affiliation with a profitable enterprise. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may be included.
E-2 Visa (Investor)
For nationals of treaty countries investing a substantial amount in a U.S. enterprise. Requires majority ownership by treaty-country nationals, substantial active investment, traceable funds, and potential for significant income. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may be included.
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa
For investors who start a new commercial enterprise or invest significantly in an existing one to obtain permanent residence (Green Card). Requires a minimum investment (typically $1 million, or $800,000 in targeted areas), creation of at least ten full-time U.S. jobs, at-risk capital, investor control of funds, and traceable fund sources. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 obtain Green Cards as derivatives.

G. Asylum & Removal Defense

We protect clients’ rights and offer legal solutions for challenges to entering or remaining in the U.S.

Asylum Applications
Comprehensive assistance with voluntary (affirmative) asylum for those fearing persecution, and defensive asylum before immigration courts for those in removal proceedings.
Removal Defense
Development of effective strategies and management of legal processes for clients whose lawful status has lapsed or who face deportation for violations.
BIA Appeals
Preparation of appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) against unfavorable immigration-court decisions.
Cancellation of Removal
For eligible individuals in removal proceedings, applications to cancel removal are prepared, evaluating factors such as U.S. residence length, family ties, and criminal record with meticulous care.

As Caglar & Associates, PLLC, we provide need-specific, reliable, and solution-oriented legal services to our clients in each of our practice areas. Our goal is to see your businesses, family structure, brands, and investments rise upon solid legal foundations and to turn your American dreams into reality.

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