From our home to yours!

At our agency, we are grateful for many things, most importantly YOU!
Thank you for your business — we value you as a client and wish you and your loved
ones a safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving Day.

Sincerely,

Your Heath Insurance Brokers
E&M Global and Florida Health Insurance

2020 has been a life-changing year for everyone, and as numbers of cases rise all over the globe, it’s important to remain vigilant about the health of you and your loved ones. But with the holidays around the corner, how can we safely celebrate?

Unfortunately, most health experts say there isn’t a 100% foolproof way to host a completely “safe” holiday event, however, if you are intent on hosting or planning an event, there are a few things to consider to lower the risk of exposure.

Consider Going Virtual
Most of us are experiencing “pandemic fatigue” and the thought of having another zoom meeting is enough for a splitting headache. But the experts say, the safest way to celebrate the holidays is virtually. This way our grandparents can stay indoors and relatives don’t have to travel from out of town. You can literally celebrate with friends and loved ones from around the world. If you’re a host, consider creating a stylish invitation for guests, suggesting to respond with an RSVP and a recipe of their choice. Or, you may simply create a new holiday tradition over video chat — a tacky holiday sweater contest, a game session, a virtual “gift” exchange.

Location Location Location
If you are hosting an in-person holiday dinner, consider the location in which you have dinner. Hosting your party outside can be a safer option than having it indoors; fresh air is continuously moving and can disperse any infected droplets, if any. Personally, nothing is cozier than a blanket draped while outside in cool weather! Be sure to follow your city’s guidelines in total guest count — some are limited to 10 or fewer. Seating should be further apart if possible.

Clean Up Clean Up, Everybody Everywhere
This goes without saying, but a thorough clean before and after your event is critical. It’s important to disinfect high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs, bathroom and kitchen countertops, toilet lids and handles, faucets. Hand sanitizer should be provided at each end of the table and if possible, have your guests wash their hands as they enter.

Serving Style
You may also want to consider a buffet, allowing your guests to serve themselves independently (while wearing a mask). Using disposable silverware and plates along with plastic cups may not be aesthetically pleasing, but are safer in the long run. As a host, you can also prepare and “pre-package” your guests’ dinner plates, plating all of the food ahead of time so guests move around less, thus decreasing risk for everyone.

2020 has been nothing short of…well, we can’t quite find the right word, but let’s just say we will all collectively celebrate the end of this trying year. Everyone here at E&M Global wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe holiday season.

USCIS just updated the website regarding the I-944.

If you filed your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, after Feb. 24, 2020, you may be required to file Form I-944, Declaration of Self-Sufficiency.

If we receive a Form I-485 before Oct. 13, 2020, that does not have all required forms and evidence, we will request any missing forms and evidence.

After Oct. 13, 2020, we will reject your Form I-485 if you do not include the required forms and evidence with Form I-485 at the time of filing.

If you need a quote on a medical plan to meet this critieria please get with us.

Evan Tunis

On February 24th, 2020, the Public Charge was implemented. The form required individuals to prove that they would not be a public charge in the future upon entry to the United States.

Yet with Covid raging and people needing medical attention The SDNY struck down the rule while we are in a Public Health Emergency.

At E&M Global Insurance we support this decision. Individuals should not be scared to get medical coverage or seek treatment-especially during a global pandemic. Should the rule again change we will once again have the solutions to avoid being public charge victims.

This year, from July 20th to the 23rd, AILA University will present the 2020 AILA Virtual Annual Conference and Exhibition. At this anticipated event, professionals working in a complete range of immigration practice areas will come together to learn, discuss, and collaborate in a variety of programming and events.

E&M Global Insurance has been a sponsor of this event since 2017. As an authority in the field of insurance products for immigrants, we work with attorneys throughout the nation to protect their clients from becoming public charge victims. With a turnaround time of just one day, we’re proud to provide invaluable assistance to attorneys and their clients.

With our commitment to supporting immigrants’ legal needs, we’re thrilled to once again sponsor the AILA Annual Conference and Exhibition this year.

AILA, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, is a longstanding association of immigration lawyers in the United States. The association’s aim is to foster justice and quality in immigration law and practice, as well as support equitable immigration law. AILA hosts a range of events for immigration professionals throughout the year, helping attendees to expand their education and expertise.

The conference and exhibition will present curated content from the scheduled in-person AILA 2020 Annual Conference. OnDemand resources and virtual engagement opportunities will be provided to attendees, as well as all-day access to a virtual exhibit hall. Here, attendees can interact and socialize with exhibitors, partners, and colleagues to forge connections with professionals in the field.

Every day of this four-day event will hone in on an immigration practice area. Two synchronous tracks, a fundamentals track and an intermediate-advanced level track, will be provided for each day. Eligible attendees of the conference can receive credits towards their continuing legal education.

The AILA 2020 Annual Conference presents an exciting opportunity for professionals in the immigration field to expand their knowledge, innovate their business practices, and make valuable industry connections. With our commitment to continual improvement, E&M Global Insurance is proud to promote growth and collaboration as a sponsor of the conference.

E&M Global Insurance is a full-service international insurance agency. Specializing in health and life insurance for individuals born outside of the United States, E&M couples unmatched customer service with top-caliber insurance products. Additionally, our agency fosters progress and innovation in immigration services through our involvement in events like the AILA 2020 Annual Conference.

We look forward to meeting you there.

On pages 7-8 of the I-944 the applicant must indicate whether they have health insurance, received a tax credit under the ACA(Obamacare), what their annual deductible or annual premium, and when their health insurance terminates or must be renewed.

ANY HEALTH INSURANCE THAT IS NOT RECEIVING PUBLIC BENEFITS IS A POSITIVE FACTOR

What is Not considered Insurance:

A Vision/Dental Plan Only
Health Sharing Plans
ACA Subsidies

In summary getting health insurance is a heavily weighted positive for an individuals visa application. It is our advice to go with a plan either 6-12 months. Please get with us for plan recommendations.

After many threats and lawsuits the Supreme Court finally made the Public Charge valid.  This has huge ramifications for new and potential immigants.  At E&M Global Insurance we have been seeking solutions for some time to this problem.  We have put together together some domestic and international solutions below:

Domestic Health Insurance

In certain states a non-ACA (Affordable Care Act) plan can be purchased.  These pl the United States.  These are considered short term plans and vary in length from anywhere from 1 month to 3 years.  Depending on the state plans can be renewed

• The recommended carrier for this is National General (Aetna). They do not require a Social Security Number and or have a requirement that the individual be in the United States for 12 months before coverage can be issued.

Domestic Solutions Are Available in the Following States:

AL, AR, AZ, DC, FL, GA, IA, IN,  IL, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, ND, NV, OH, OK, PA,  SC, SD, TN, TX,  UT, VA, WI, WV and WY.

ACA (Affordable Care Act) plans can be purchase during open enrollment or with a Special Election Period during the year.  This would cover all pre-existing conditions.  Most carriers do require a Social Security or Tax ID #.  Clients could apply for a subsidy to offset some of the costs, but we are unsure if that would be considered a Public Charge.

International Health Insurance

• Available in All 50 States
• Plans do Not Require a Social Security Number.

For International Health Insurance Plans coverage can be purchased before an induvial is in the United States.  Plans do not have waiting periods but are subject to medical history.

• Recommended Carriers for International Coverage are Cigna Global and GeoBlue.
• Cigna Global does offer a guaranteed issue ACA plan for certain Visa Types (E, H, O, R, etc.). For a complete list please contact us.

If you have any questions, please let us know.  We are here to help.

The term “public charge” is one that may only be familiar to immigrants or families of immigrants in the United States. Essentially, when someone reaches “public charge” status, they are likely to become completely dependent on the government to sustain them. Immigrants who are at risk of being considered a “public charge” can be denied entry into the U.S. and immigrants who already reside in the U.S. can have their ability to become a Legal Permanent Resident denied as well.

In August of this year, the Trump administration has made changes to the “public charge” policy, expanding the definition of who may or may not fall under this categorization. Things like family status, medical history and health, the individual’s age, financial resources, education, and whether or not the person has any skills that could benefit the U.S economy are all taken into consideration before entry into the U.S or renewal of LPR (Legal Permanent Resident Status) can be approved.

Another one of the major effects of these changes is that if a person applies for entry into the U.S and they do not currently have medical insurance, they can be considered a “public charge” due to the risk of them falling ill or getting injured and the cost of the medical bill falling on the American taxpayer. Many of the circumstances that are considered before an individual can be granted entry into America are unavoidable. Financial status, age, and education may be out of someone’s control by the time they immigrate and these may count against them in an evaluation.

Purchasing a non-subsidized private health insurance plan is one thing that they can do in order to have a better chance of not being considered a “public charge” and losing the opportunity to start a new life in America. If an individual enters the U.S with a private insurance plan, this shows DHS that they will not become a burden on the taxpayers and is viewed only as a positive in the application process.

As leaders in the international insurance industry, E&M Global Insurance foresaw these changes taking place. We partnered up with all of the major carriers and are able to get a policy approved as soon as possible. We are premier sponsors of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), working closely with immigration attorneys to ensure that their clients are not denied entry into the U.S due to inadequate insurance. Any individual who is looking to immigrate to the United States should take the first step toward securing their application and visit EMGlobalInsurance.com.