Can I switch to a B-2 after losing my H-1B job?

You can file a timely change of status to B-1/B-2 before your grace period ends, which can extend your authorized stay while you handle personal matters or plan your departure. B-1/B-2 is a visitor status, so you cannot work on it.Use it for time and orderliness, not to keep earning.

Does the $800,000 EB-5 minimum investment include filing fees?

No. The $800,000 is capital that has to reach the business creating the jobs. USCIS filing fees, regional center administration and management fees, and attorney fees are separate and paid on top.Because fees that erode the amount made available to the job-creating business don't count toward the minimum.

What business evidence counts for an EB-1A petition?

The strongest evidence is documentation you likely already have: funding and cap-table records, revenue and market-share data, media coverage, industry awards, board or advisory roles, and expert letters from senior figures in your field. Third-party proof tied clearly to a specific criterion carries far more weight than self-reported claims.The goal is a coherent record that shows your work influenced the broader field, not just your own company.

How do I check my PERM status?

Through flag.dol.gov , using the case number on the ETA-9089. Only employers and their designated attorneys have direct FLAG access — beneficiaries should ask HR or their attorney.

Can I change jobs after I-140 approval without losing my priority date?

In most cases, yes. Your priority date belongs to you and stays with your approved I-140, so a job change after I-140 approval generally doesn't erase it.Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability protects a move to a same-or-similar role, and your place in line carries over.

Tukki wins 43 North Buffalo Competition

Last week, Tukki was announced as one of the winners of the 43North competition, securing a $1M investment and entry into the 43North accelerator program in the U.S.

Every year, 43North brings together different startups to compete for funding, mentorship, and a chance to join Buffalo’s growing tech scene. This year’s cohort drew more than 1,000 applicants, from which Tukki stood out among the final 8 companies pitching live on stage.

It is a recognition of how far we have come and a clear sign of what is next.

Ramiro Roballos and tukki winning the 43north competition

Why Tukki is opting for Buffalo and why now

Buffalo is not a random destination. The city has become a rising hub for founders who are building purposeful, impact-driven technology. Its strategic location between the U.S. and Canada, just a few hours from New York, Washington D.C., and Toronto, creates opportunities for collaboration and cross-border growth.

Through 43North’s network, Tukki will now be able to expand its B2B efforts while continuing to strengthen the B2C product we have been refining over the past years.

“We’ve been testing the platform with B2C clients, iterating every detail, and ensuring that each experience feels personalized and seamless,” says Ramiro Roballos, Tukki’s CEO and co-founder. “Now, we’re ready to scale.”

The vision we're scaling

Tukki’s platform helps founders and professionals navigate the U.S. visa process in a more organized, smooth, and precise way.

Unlike traditional law firms that rely on scattered tools and delayed communication, Tukki integrates every step, from attorney reviews to client updates, inside a single transparent system.

The goal is simple: make immigration simpler, faster, and more human.

“This investment gives us the runway to accelerate what we already know works,” Ramiro adds. “It’s the right moment to grow, to connect with new partners, and to keep building technology that simplifies one of the most complex journeys in a person’s life.”

It takes a village

Before the final results were announced, Ramiro sent a message to the Tukki team:

Ramiro Roballos, message to tukki team before the results

When Tukki’s name was finally called, the celebration did not stay in Buffalo. From different corners of the world, the team was watching live, refreshing the stream, and sending all-caps messages of joy.

Because beyond the funding, this moment is about what it represents: a shared belief that immigration can be reimagined, and a global team working toward that mission together.

Reaction of tukki team after winning 43north

What’s next for Tukki?

Ramiro will soon be heading to Buffalo to start the next chapter with 43North.

If you are part of the Buffalo startup ecosystem or nearby, reach out to him on LinkedIn. He would love to connect.

And as they say in Buffalo: Go Bills!

The road to $1M in Buffalo

Why Tukki is opting for Buffalo and why now

The vision we're scaling

It takes a village

What’s next for Tukki?