Recent insights from immigration consultant Gustavo Strobel highlight significant challenges faced by Brazilian students seeking to remain in the U.S. after completing their studies. Strobel notes that 95% of Brazilian students wish to stay in the U.S., but the options for doing so have become increasingly limited. Since 2022, the pathway for adjusting status through the National Interest Waiver (NIW) has closed, leaving marriage to a U.S. citizen as one of the few remaining options, albeit with inherent risks.
Key Details:
- 95% of Brazilian students aim to stay in the U.S. after studying.
- The NIW adjustment of status option ended in 2022.
- Current viable pathways include L-1 for small business owners and EB-1 categories.
- The EB-2 NIW processing timeline is now estimated at 3-4 years, with academic profiles having a higher approval rate.
These developments underscore the difficulties faced by international students in navigating U.S. immigration laws. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @strobel_gustavo