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PROCLAMATIONS AFFECTING ENTRY OF INDIVIDUALS APPLYING FOR IMMIGRANT VISAS
President Trump has issued a proclamation on June 22, 2020 extending Proclamation 10014 of April 22, 2020 until the end of this year. Proclamation 10014 originally suspended for a period of 60 days the entry of individuals applying for immigrant visas who:
1. are outside the United States as of April 23, 2020;
2. do not have an immigrant visa as of April 23, 2020; and
3. do not have an official travel document other than a visa (such as a transportation letter, an appropriate boarding foil, or an advance parole document) that is valid on the effective date of this proclamation or issued on any date thereafter that permits him or her to travel to the United States and seek entry or admission.
Proclamation 10014 will now be in effect until December 31, 2020 and may be extended.
It does not affect:
(i) Individuals applying for adjustment of status to lawful permanent resident in the United States;
(ii) Individuals who already have immigrant visas as of April 23, 2020;
(iii) Individuals applying for an immigrant visa as a physician, nurse, or other healthcare professional to perform medical research or other research intended to combat the spread of COVID–19 or to perform work essential to combating, recovering from, or otherwise alleviating the effects of the COVID–19 outbreak, and their spouses and unmarried children under 21 years old;
(iv) Individuals applying for visa under the EB–5 Immigrant Investor Program;
(v) Spouses and unmarried children under 21 years of age of U.S. citizens applying for visa under the immediate relative category;
(vi) Members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their spouses and children;
(vii) Individuals who are considered important for law enforcement or national interest purposes; and
(viii) Individuals applying for visa in the SI or SQ classification and their spouses and children.
It effectively blocks the issuance of immigrant visas to and the entry of the following immigrant visa applicants until the end of the year:
(i) Spouses and children [whether minor or adult] of lawful permanent residents applying for visas abroad; and
(ii) Parents, siblings, and adult children [21 years old above] of U.S. citizens applying for visas abroad.
We encourage all individuals who might be affected by the latest proclamation to consult an immigration attorney as soon as possible to find out the extent of its impact on their cases. If you wish to know more about this topic, please call us at (626) 331-8188 and schedule an appointment with one of our attorneys.
The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected the lives of many individuals and families in our community. We have decided to help support people impacted by the pandemic by pledging to donate at least ten percent (10%) of all consultation fees paid to our law firm from July 01, 2020 to December 31, 2020 to food banks and/or homeless shelters in our area.
We wish to convey our deepest sympathies to the family of George Floyd for his untimely death. We stand firm in solidarity with our fellow Americans in the fight against systemic racism against members of the African American community and other minorities. We hope and pray that recent events would lead to non-violent and positive change in our society and in our government. We encourage the people to participate in a healthy discussion about the issues and to let their voices be heard by voting this coming election in November.
Law Offices of Eugene M. Palacios updated their phone number.
Law Offices of Eugene M. Palacios updated their phone number.
It is now time to heal and rebuild. It is now time for everyone, Republicans and Democrats, to unite and work together to find solutions to the problems besetting our country right now. We can do this by focusing on the things that unite us and not on the things that divide us. While we may have differences in our methods and beliefs, we all love this country and share a common goal, which is to make this country a better place for our children and the future generation.
It is now time to listen to each other and find a common ground so we can resolve our conflicts, work effectively with each other, and learn to trust each other again.
It is now time for our leaders to move past our ugly politics and do what is best for all the people in this country.
Have you voted yet? Today is election day. Make sure your voice is heard. Your vote today will help decide the future of this country. Give your children a future that they can enjoy and be proud of. Vote for peace, progress, and unity.
Our office will be closed on Thursday, December 31, 2020, in observance of New Year's Eve, and on Friday, January 01, 2021, in observance of New Year's Day. Normal operating hours will resume on Monday, January 04, 2021, at 9:00 a.m.
Our office will be closed on Thursday, December 24, 2020, in observance of Christmas Eve, and on Friday, December 25, 2020, in observance of Christmas Day. Normal operating hours will resume on Monday, December 28, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and Merry Christmas! May the true spirit of Christmas touch the hearts of everyone and provide us with hope, peace, and happiness.
We hope that you will all find a special way to celebrate this day with your families and loved ones.
With warm regards,
Law Offices of Eugene M. Palacios
We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and Happy Thanksgiving Day. This year posed unique challenges to all of us, but there are still many reasons to remain hopeful and be thankful. Let our troubles bring our country, communities, and families together, and bring out the best in all of us.
We hope that you will all find a special way to celebrate this day with your family and loved ones.
Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2020, in observance of Thanksgiving. Normal operating hours will resume on Friday, November 27, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
