Newsletter 01/2009

Dear Reader, Welcome to our newsletter and happy new year! The first great political event in 2009 is Barack Obama’s inauguration at 12 noon Eastern Standard Time today. In our Stories and Lifestyle section, read about the activities he has on his schedule until he... More

We are at present accepting applications for the DV-2011 lottery, which will begin around the fall of 2009. Special offers are still valid until the end of May. Links for the participation in the NEW DV-2011 lottery: Encrypted registration for new customers Encrypted registration for... More

For more security, green card holders now also have to provide biometrics: The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has decided upon some new rules for immigration: green card holders as well will have to provide biometrics every time they enter the US. The new... More

US media hope to make money with Obama’s inauguration: Shopping network QVC is hoping to turn the great media event of Obama’s inauguration into a profitable business affair. QVC representative Doug Rose said: “We believe it's part of our mission to allow our consumers... More

Michigan: The Great Lakes State The state was named after Lake Michigan, whose name in turn is derived from the Algonquian language, from a word meaning “large water.” The capital is Lansing, further important cities include Detroit, which is the seventh largest city in the... More

*Stories and Lifestyle: High noon in the White House: Barack Obama’s inauguration* Today at 12 noon EST it will finally happen: Barack Obama will take the oath of office and become the 44th president of the United States of America. Millions of people are expected... More

As always, here are a few of our customers’ questions, answered by our counselors. All of our counselors possess many years of experience with the American immigration law and have profound knowledge of visa regulations, kept up-to-date by constant further and advanced training. Please note... More

The new online registration system by the name of ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) took effect on January 12, 2009. Since that date, persons traveling to the US for a maximum of 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program have to register electronically... More

How did the US change during the eight years of the Bush administration? This question is not easily answered. But this diagram (in German) offers illustrative information, for example an increase in US billionaires from 298 to 454. Eight years of Bush administration ++ There are... More