How to Handle Non-Relatives Wanting Visitation

After a divorce or other family separation, it’s difficult enough to move on from the chaos it caused without additional stressors. The family is adjusting to new routines, absences, and other routines in life that have now changed. So, what happens when a non-relative comes to you and wants visitation with your child, even though they have no legal relationship? There are a few possible scenarios.

Allow the Child to See the Person with Modifications

Only allow the child to see the person if you know them and trust them. Place firm boundaries around the time allowed. For example, suppose the non-relative is a former step-parent with whom the child has had a previous relationship. Now that the other parent is divorced, separated, or perhaps passed away, the child no longer sees this person.

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Several Things You Should Know About an E1 Visa

If you’re thinking of starting a new business, one of the visas that might be worth looking into is the e1. The e1 visa is for treaty traders and investors nationals of countries that have treaties with the U.S. Here are a few things you need to know about this kind of U.S. visa.

  • Who qualifies for an e1 visa? Businesses must show substantial international trade between their home country and the United States to qualify for an E-1 Treaty Trader visa.
  • Who can apply for an e1 visa? You must be a national of one of the countries that have signed a treaty with the U.S. to qualify for this kind of visa. At this point, you’ll need to either begin exporting products from America or have your company taken over by American investors.
  • How long are E-1 Treaty Trader visas valid for? The length of stay on an
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