In an AMA session led by immigration attorney Peter Roberts, numerous pressing concerns related to immigration, travel documentation, and visa applications were raised, reflecting current anxieties among Canadian founders and immigrants traveling to the US. Key points included:
- Increased detentions at US airports, particularly for Canadian travelers, prompting discussions on the need for additional documentation when traveling into the US.
- Concerns from US citizens born abroad regarding proof of citizenship and the risks involved in passport renewal without proper documentation.
- Questions about the heightened scrutiny of O1 visa applications and the implications this has for job switching and employment opportunities for skilled professionals.
- The impact of updated gender markers on visa applications for transgender individuals and the complexities involved with existing documentation.
- Advice on best practices to safeguard personal data when facing potential phone inspections at the border.
- Insights into the immigration process challenges, including timelines for labor certification applications and handling layoffs during the green card process.