Q: Why should I hire your law firm?

A: Our law firm is managed by a licensed American attorney who has over 20 years of experience and is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Our Thai attorney staff is comprised of licensed lawyers who are members of the Thai Law Society and are bilingual in English and Thai. We are based in Bangkok, Thailand, so that we can provide the hands on assistance at all levels with the US Embassy in Bangkok.

Q: Why are some firms in the USA and Thailand able to charge so little?

A: Some visa services firms located in the USA are able to charge extremely low rates because they do not handle the cases completely. Their work stops when they have made the initial petition for immigration in America. They then mail materials to the Thai applicant, who will have to find his or her own assistance for the rest of the process.

Q: Why hire a US licensed law firm based in Thailand?

A: Immigration expertise and a good understanding of the legal issues in Thailand are both important. Applying for a US visa from Thailand comes with special legal issues. "Immigration firms" that work in many different countries may not have the localized experience needed. You need a firm that has experience and one that won't treat cases in Thailand the same as it would in Taiwan or Tunisia.

Q: Who can legally represent me in my US immigration or US visa claim?

A: Only a licensed attorney can legally represent you in your US visa or US immigration claim. When selecting an attorney, use caution. Non-lawyers, such as marriage brokers or travel agents, sometimes represent themselves as licensed attorneys. The practice of these so-called attorneys is in violation of both Thai and US law. Not only will these “attorneys” be unable to assist you with any legal problem that you encounter, they may not even be around to finish your application, since many of these non-lawyers are foreigners working illegally in Thailand. It's a good idea to verify the qualifications of the person assisting you with your visa before you solicit their services. For guidelines to protect yourself againist unauthorized practitioners of law click here.

Q: What about hiring a local Thai firm to handle my US visa claim?

A: While most of the work for a US visa application is done in Thailand, some issues often arise that require real knowledge of American immigration law. It is important to make certain that the law firm you hire has the specific experience and expertise in US immigration law and the American legal system.

Q: Do I need an American-based lawyer?

A: It is not necessary, and may be impractical, to hire an American-based lawyer to represent you or your fiancé in a visa case that originates in Thailand. The documentation for most non-immigrant visas is handled by consulates and embassies in Thailand. For marriage visas, fiance visas and some other business and US visas, an initial petition must be made to the USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services; formerly the INS). This petition is fairly straightforward and once made, nearly all the remaining work is done in Thailand.

Q: What are your fees for US visa applications?

A: If you contact us by email or phone, we can provide you with a range of our prices. Many immigration law firms quote very low prices over the internet and as the case progresses; many clients end up paying extra for additional charges or services. We take your case seriously and we think it is unprofessional to quote prices on the website without knowing about you and your situation.