How much is the initial consultation?

The initial consultation is a paid strategy session: $200 for 20 minutes. It is a working meeting where we review your facts and outline realistic options, and the fee is credited toward your legal fee if you go on to retain the firm. Call (305) 315-3425 or email fitenkolaw@gmail.com to book.

Can Colombians and Argentines get the E-2 investor visa?

Yes. Both Argentina and Colombia are E-2 treaty countries, so their nationals can qualify by making a substantial, at-risk investment in a real, operating U.S. business that they direct. The investment cannot be marginal and must be documented carefully. Because treaty lists can change, confirm your country's current status before planning.

What can Brazilians do if Brazil is not an E-2 country?

Brazil does not hold an E-2 treaty, so Brazilian investors generally look to the EB-5 immigrant investor program, which has no treaty requirement and leads directly to a green card, or to employment-based options such as the L-1 for company transferees. The right choice depends on budget, timeline, and goals.

I came from Venezuela or Colombia — do I automatically qualify for asylum?

No. Country conditions can support a claim, but asylum requires showing that you personally suffered persecution, or fear future persecution, tied to one of five protected grounds — race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or a particular social group. You must also generally file within one year of arrival. Individualized, timely advice is essential.

Can studying in Miami lead to a green card?

Not directly, but it often becomes the bridge. An F-1 student can use Optional Practical Training after graduation to gain work experience, then transition to an H-1B or an employment-based green card, or pursue a family- or marriage-based path if that applies. Planning the transition before OPT expires is key.

Do you assist clients in Spanish?

Our attorney works in English and Russian, and we coordinate with Spanish interpreters so you can discuss your matter fully and accurately. Clear communication is central to building a strong, consistent file.

How long does a family-based green card take for South Americans?

Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens — spouses, parents, and unmarried minor children — usually have no visa-number wait, making theirs the fastest route. Preference categories, such as siblings and adult children, wait in line based on the monthly Visa Bulletin and can take years. Your timeline depends on the relationship and the sponsor's status.

Immigration Guide for Colombians & South Americans in Miami (2026)

A 2026 Miami immigration guide for Colombians, Argentines, Peruvians and other South Americans: asylum, family, E-2 investor, work and student visa paths. Call (305) 315-3425.

Fitenko Law PLLC, 600 Three Islands Blvd, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009. Phone: (305) 315-3425. Email: fitenkolaw@gmail.com

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