Visa Business Plans, a Miami-based business consulting firm, was recently a platinum sponsor of the Forty-First Annual Immigration Law Update Conference hosted by the South Florida Chapter of AILA. The two-day, multi-track conference was held in Miami Beach from February 26-28, and 2020 marks the ninth year in a row that Visa Business Plans has been a sponsor. This year's event featured experts providing specialized guidance on a wide range of topics in immigration law and discussing best practices for operating in the current environment.
The founder of Visa Business Plans, Marco Scanu, gave two presentations to attending attorneys, calling attention to some of the realities currently facing individuals seeking visa approval. Mr. Scanu highlighted several ways the landscape of U.S. immigration has shifted under the Trump administration. Specifically, under current immigration law, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has become much tougher on visa applicants.
Mr. Scanu pointed out that this can be seen in USCIS's shift from a general to a more detail-oriented scrutiny when reviewing visa applications. He went on to note that, as a result of this, the percentage of denied E-petitions for foreign investors has grown from around 8% to 10%, an increase of 25%. Similarly, this same period has seen the percentage of denied L-petitions grow from 15% to 28%. Additionally, Mr. Scanu shared with attorneys how minor inconsistencies in an immigration business plan can lead to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and potential denials.
AILA South Florida is the regional chapter of the national association of attorneys who practice and teach immigration law.
Visa Business Plans sponsored 41st Annual Immigration Law Update Conference for 9 years in a row.
The information provided in this blog is intended solely for informational purposes. While we strive to offer accurate and up-to-date content, it should not be considered legal advice. Immigration laws and regulations are subject to change, and individual circumstances can vary widely. For personalized guidance and legal advice regarding your specific immigration situation, we strongly recommend consulting with a qualified immigration attorney who can provide you with tailored assistance and ensure compliance with current laws and regulations.
Visa Business Plans is led by Marco Scanu, a certified coach from the University of Miami with a globally-based practice coaching Fortune 1000 company executives, entrepreneurs, as well as professionals in four different continents. Mr. Scanu advises clients on turnaround strategies and crisis management.
Mr. Scanu received a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Cum Laude) from the University of Florida and an MBA in Management from Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. Mr. Scanu was also a Visiting Scholar at Michigan State University under the prestigious H. Humphrey Fellowship (Fulbright program) with a focus on Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, and high-growth enterprises.
At present, Mr. Scanu is the managing partner and CEO at Visa Business Plans, a Miami-based boutique consulting firm providing attorneys and investors with business planning services in the areas of U.S. and Canadian immigration, SBA loans, and others.
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