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Don’t Leave Your Green Card to Luck - Why Strategy and Planning Matter More Than You Think

Don’t Leave Your Green Card to Luck - Why Strategy and Planning Matter More Than You Think

At Visa Business Plans, we get to hear a lot of personal stories from people who want to build a life in the U.S. One recent conversation between our CEO, Marco Scanu, and a client stood out—and it’s a story worth sharing.

When Marco first met our client—let’s call him Raj—he had already built something most people dream about. He had moved to the U.S. on an L visa several years ago, brought his family from India, and worked hard to grow a business that supports them all. His next goal was clear: securing an EB-1C and finally making his residency in the U.S. permanent.

But what he said next caught Marco off guard.

With a nervous laugh, Raj said, “Let’s hope I get lucky.”

Marco stopped him right there.

This wasn’t a lottery ticket. This was his family’s future.

And he told him exactly that.

You can’t leave something as important as your permanent residency to chance. Yes, no one can guarantee an approval—but there are ways to stack the odds in your favor. Smart planning, proper documentation, and a strategy built around how immigration officers actually evaluate cases can make all the difference.

They walked through the steps:

  • How a customized business plan can demonstrate the credibility and viability of the U.S. entity

  • Why clearly defined job duties that meet executive or managerial standards are critical

  • How to support the organizational structure with realistic staffing projections and reporting lines

  • Why aligning financials, growth plans, and U.S. operations with USCIS expectations strengthens the overall case

  • How we help attorneys flag operational inconsistencies that could raise concerns in an EB-1C petition

By the end of the call, Raj wasn’t talking about luck anymore. He was talking about timelines, milestones, and what could be done now to start building a credible case.

Here’s the truth:

Too many investors and entrepreneurs approach business immigration with hope and uncertainty, when what they need is strategy and risk management.

Whether you're aiming for an EB-1C, L-1A, E-2, or EB-5, your chances improve when your case is structured, supported, and aligned with adjudication trends. That’s where we come in.

We don’t believe in luck.

We believe in helping clients make smart, informed decisions to move closer to approval.

If you're ready to stop gambling with your future, let’s talk about how we can help you build a plan that works.

Contact us today to get started


The information provided in this blog is intended solely for informational purposes. While we strive to offer accurate and up-to-date content, it should not be considered legal advice. Immigration laws and regulations are subject to change, and individual circumstances can vary widely. For personalized guidance and legal advice regarding your specific immigration situation, we strongly recommend consulting with a qualified immigration attorney who can provide you with tailored assistance and ensure compliance with current laws and regulations.


Visa Business Plans is led by Marco Scanu, a certified coach from the University of Miami with a globally-based practice coaching Fortune 1000 company executives, entrepreneurs, as well as professionals in four different continents. Mr. Scanu advises clients on turnaround strategies and crisis management.

Mr. Scanu received a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Cum Laude) from the University of Florida and an MBA in Management from Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. Mr. Scanu was also a Visiting Scholar at Michigan State University under the prestigious H. Humphrey Fellowship (Fulbright program) with a focus on Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, and high-growth enterprises.

At present, Mr. Scanu is the managing partner and CEO at Visa Business Plans, a Miami-based boutique consulting firm providing attorneys and investors with business planning services in the areas of U.S. and Canadian immigration, SBA loans, and others.


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