i just filed a direct I 526 petition in September, just want to know how I can still apply for B1/B2 visas for holidays to USA with a pending petition?
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Lynne Feldman
Find an EB-5 Visa Lawyer: Immigration AttorneyThis is usually doable especially if you have strong ties to your home country, can show you are just coming temporarily and your I-526 requested consular processing.
Bernard P Wolfsdorf
Find an EB-5 Visa Lawyer: Immigration AttorneyYes, you need to explain that you have applied for EB-5 and show you plan to return to your home country and the visa may be issued at the discretion of the consulate.
Belma Demirovic Chinchoy
Find an EB-5 Visa Lawyer: Immigration AttorneyIt should be fine. Make sure you always disclose all IV petitions.
F Oliver Yang
Find an EB-5 Visa Lawyer: Immigration AttorneyYou can still apply as long as you can show that the purpose of this particular trip is temporary. However, it is still risky. You should consult with an experienced immigration attorney.
Dennis Tristani
Find an EB-5 Visa Lawyer: Immigration AttorneyYes, I have had many clients do this successfully. So long as the investor can confirm that they do not intend to overstay their B-1/B-2 visa and pursue consular processing upon approval of the I-526 petition, most U.S. consulates will not take issue approving a B-1/B-2 visa to an EB-5 investor who is traveling for business or pleasure.
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