Important Updates
Important Updates
December 19, 2025 | BulgariaBulgaria: Digital Nomad Residence Permit Introduced
December 22, 2025 | CanadaCanada: 2026 International Experience Canada Program Now Open
December 22, 2025 | CanadaCanada: New Pilot Programs for Caregivers Announced
December 22, 2025 | CanadaCanada: Two Entrepreneurial Programs Paused; New Entrepreneur Pilot Expected
December 22, 2025 | United StatesUnited States: DHS Final Rule on Weighted H-1B Cap Selection Now Under OMB Review
December 19, 2025 | BulgariaBulgaria: Digital Nomad Residence Permit Introduced
December 22, 2025 | CanadaCanada: 2026 International Experience Canada Program Now Open
December 22, 2025 | CanadaCanada: New Pilot Programs for Caregivers Announced
December 22, 2025 | CanadaCanada: Two Entrepreneurial Programs Paused; New Entrepreneur Pilot Expected
December 22, 2025 | United StatesUnited States: DHS Final Rule on Weighted H-1B Cap Selection Now Under OMB Review
December 19, 2025 | BulgariaBulgaria: Digital Nomad Residence Permit Introduced
Subscribe
Fragomen.com home
Select Language
  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German

Select Language

  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German
ContactCareersMediaClient Portal
Search Fragomen.com
  • Our Services
    For EmployersFor IndividualsBy IndustryCase Studies
  • Our Tech & Innovation
  • Our People
  • Our Insights
    Worldwide Immigration Trends ReportsMagellan SeriesImmigration AlertsEventsMedia MentionsFragomen NewsBlogsPodcasts & Videos
  • Spotlights
    Navigating Immigration Under the Second Trump AdministrationFragomen Consulting EuropeImmigration Matters: Your U.S. Compliance RoadmapCenter for Strategy and Applied InsightsVietnamese ImmigrationView More
  • About Us
    About FragomenOfficesResponsible Business PracticesFirm GovernanceRecognition

Our Services

  • For Employers
  • For Individuals
  • By Industry
  • Case Studies

Our Tech & Innovation

  • Our Approach

Our People

  • Overview / Directory

Our Insights

  • Worldwide Immigration Trends Reports
  • Magellan Series
  • Immigration Alerts
  • Events
  • Media Mentions
  • Fragomen News
  • Blogs
  • Podcasts & Videos

Spotlights

  • Navigating Immigration Under the Second Trump Administration
  • Fragomen Consulting Europe
  • Immigration Matters: Your U.S. Compliance Roadmap
  • Center for Strategy and Applied Insights
  • Vietnamese Immigration
  • View More

About Us

  • About Fragomen
  • Offices
  • Responsible Business Practices
  • Firm Governance
  • Recognition
Select Language
  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German

Select Language

  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German
ContactCareersMediaClient Portal
Nadine-Bahnan

Partner

Nadine Bahnan

colorbarprofessional
Nadine-Bahnan
  • People

Partner

Nadine Bahnan

Country / Territory

  • United StatesUnited States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 415 263 8460

F:+1 415 986 7964

San Francisco, CA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

555 Montgomery St, 4th Floor

San Francisco CA 94111

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 415 263 8460

F:+1 415 986 7964

San Francisco, CA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

555 Montgomery St, 4th Floor

San Francisco CA 94111

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 415 263 8460

F:+1 415 986 7964

San Francisco, CA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

555 Montgomery St, 4th Floor

San Francisco CA 94111

United States

Connect via Linkedin
  • PrintPrint
  • SaveSave

With more than 25 years of experience in immigration law, Nadine has earned the trust of companies of every size and type, from small and medium-sized enterprises to large multinational Fortune 500 companies.

Today, she engages with emerging clients in the technology, artificial intelligence, pharmaceutical, insurance, retail, real estate and medical product industries that are ready to take the next step in growth—and require immigration policies and programs that will scale with them.

She approaches each new client with a practical, hands-on approach. Relying on a team of professionals, many of whom have been working with her for decades, she forges a deep partnership with her client’s internal teams. This allows her to conduct deep research into the client’s current day-to-day operations, compliance red flags and expansion plans.

She relies on this comprehensive intelligence to relieve corporate officers and managers of onerous and confusing immigration tasks that distract from the company’s main focus. She then identifies the potential pitfalls and compliance risks that can lie in wait for hypergrowth companies on the verge of major growth.

In addition to devising and streamlining immigration processes, she is a consummate business advisor and a fierce advocate for her clients—sharing difficult truths regarding compliance while offering practicable, real-world options for preserving growth. Clients rely on her for M&A due diligence, I-9 audits, corporate restructurings and up-to-the-minute intelligence about policy and regulatory trends.

Nadine was hooked on immigration law since her earliest work in the sector, as a fresh-out-of-law-school volunteer attorney for the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center. The appeal of that early volunteer work—the chance to immediately and palpably improve the fortunes of real people—continues to motivate her today.

She relies on this comprehensive intelligence to relieve corporate officers and managers of onerous and confusing immigration tasks that distract from the company’s main focus. She then identifies the potential pitfalls and compliance risks that can lie in wait for hypergrowth companies on the verge of major growth.

In addition to devising and streamlining immigration processes, she is a consummate business advisor and a fierce advocate for her clients—sharing difficult truths regarding compliance while offering practicable, real-world options for preserving growth. Clients rely on her for M&A due diligence, I-9 audits, corporate restructurings and up-to-the-minute intelligence about policy and regulatory trends.

Nadine was hooked on immigration law since her earliest work in the sector, as a fresh-out-of-law-school volunteer attorney for the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center. The appeal of that early volunteer work—the chance to immediately and palpably improve the fortunes of real people—continues to motivate her today.

Education

  • Santa Clara University School of Law, J.D., 1996
  • Duke University, B.A., 1992

More from Nadine

Admissions

Bar Admissions: California

Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law

Awards

Listed in Best Lawyers in America, 2026

Listed in San Diego Business Journal’s Women of Influence in Law, 2025

Professional accomplishments

Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Experience

Developed comprehensive immigration policies specifically for large and medium sized companies with the goals of improving recruiting and retention of foreign nationals while reducing the costs of immigration sponsorship overall.

Advised clients on impact of layoffs on non-immigrant and immigrant cases.

Assisted several clients across industries in drafting extraordinary ability petitions on behalf of top executives, principal engineers and fashion designers

Publications and lectures

Moderator, “US Immigration Law and Policy Changes and Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global Talent.” Fragomen, Webinar, 9 December 2025.

Nadine’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

July 8, 2025 | Awards

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in LawRead more
More related insights

Nadine’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

July 8, 2025 | Awards

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in LawRead more
More related insights

Nadine’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

July 8, 2025 | Awards

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in LawRead more
More related insights

Country / Territory

  • United StatesUnited States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 415 263 8460

F:+1 415 986 7964

San Francisco, CA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

555 Montgomery St, 4th Floor

San Francisco CA 94111

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Nadine’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

July 8, 2025 | Awards

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in LawRead more
More related insights

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 415 263 8460

F:+1 415 986 7964

San Francisco, CA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

555 Montgomery St, 4th Floor

San Francisco CA 94111

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Nadine’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

July 8, 2025 | Awards

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in LawRead more
More related insights

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 415 263 8460

F:+1 415 986 7964

San Francisco, CA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

555 Montgomery St, 4th Floor

San Francisco CA 94111

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Nadine’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

July 8, 2025 | Awards

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in LawRead more
More related insights

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Explore more at Fragomen

Blog post

Tier 1 Investor Visa Extension Deadline | February 2026 UK Update

Manager Alex Hood and Senior Associate Kimberley Ong explain the final extension and settlement deadlines for UK Tier 1 Investor visa holders and outline who can still qualify and why early action is essential.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Insider: New H-1B Visa Rules Upgrade Some Lottery Applicants — and Squeeze Out Others

Partner K. Edward Raleigh on how the $100K H‑1B fee factors into hiring international talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

China Daily: HK Softens Imbalance in Wealth Migration

Managing Director Magdalene Tennant and Director Kitty Lo highlight Hong Kong as an attractive destination for global investors.

Learn more

Blog post

Countdown to the Italy Winter Games 2026: What You Need to Know Before Travelling

IPM Business Process Manager Hazel Yaman outlines key visa, work authorisation and border considerations for athletes, media, event staff and spectators travelling to Italy for the Milan–Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, including the impact of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System.

Learn more

Media mentions

Gulf News: Moving to the UAE from the UK? Here’s Your Visa Guide for Jobs, Business and Golden Visas

Corporate Services Director Elena Caron highlights key considerations for UK nationals moving to the UAE.

Learn more

Media mentions

People Management: The UK’s Earned Settlement Proposal: What HR Leaders Need to Know

Associates Charlotte Roberts and Karina Casey highlight how the UK’s earned settlement proposal may influence global talent and HR planning.

Learn more

Media mentions

Konfederacja Lewiatan: Procedura legalizacji zatrudnienia cudzoziemców w Polsce po zmianach w 2025 r.

Poland Immigration Strategy Director Tomasz Rogala contributes to Konfederacja Lewiatan’s analysis on 2025 changes to work permits and foreign employment in Poland.

Learn more

Blog post

F and J Visa Updates: Social Media Checks Begin as DHS Proposes New Limits

Associate Alejandro Hernandez analyses new F and J visa screening practices, including social media vetting by US consulates and proposed DHS changes that could significantly alter admission periods for students and exchange visitors.

Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Ireland Awarded the KeepWell Mark by IBEC

Fragomen Ireland is accredited with IBEC’s KeepWell Mark™, recognizing the practice’s commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and responsible business.

Learn more

Media mentions

Gazeta Prawna: Specustawa ukraińska wygasa: Pułapka dla pracodawców po 4 marca 2026

Partner Karolina Schiffter highlights a key development as Poland prepares to extend protection for Ukrainians, pointing to the growing role of the courts.

Learn more

Media mentions

The Scotsman: UK Offshore Immigration Crackdown Risks Stifling Growth Unless Policy Meets Reality

Director Kelly Hardman discusses how UK offshore immigration rules are creating challenges for energy and maritime operations.

Learn more

Media mentions

HR Headquarters: Irish Immigration Changes: What Employers Need To Know Now And Into 2026

Partner Ángel Bello Cortés outlines upcoming changes to Ireland’s immigration rules and their implications for employers.

Learn more

Blog post

Tier 1 Investor Visa Extension Deadline | February 2026 UK Update

Manager Alex Hood and Senior Associate Kimberley Ong explain the final extension and settlement deadlines for UK Tier 1 Investor visa holders and outline who can still qualify and why early action is essential.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Insider: New H-1B Visa Rules Upgrade Some Lottery Applicants — and Squeeze Out Others

Partner K. Edward Raleigh on how the $100K H‑1B fee factors into hiring international talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

China Daily: HK Softens Imbalance in Wealth Migration

Managing Director Magdalene Tennant and Director Kitty Lo highlight Hong Kong as an attractive destination for global investors.

Learn more

Blog post

Countdown to the Italy Winter Games 2026: What You Need to Know Before Travelling

IPM Business Process Manager Hazel Yaman outlines key visa, work authorisation and border considerations for athletes, media, event staff and spectators travelling to Italy for the Milan–Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, including the impact of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System.

Learn more

Media mentions

Gulf News: Moving to the UAE from the UK? Here’s Your Visa Guide for Jobs, Business and Golden Visas

Corporate Services Director Elena Caron highlights key considerations for UK nationals moving to the UAE.

Learn more

Media mentions

People Management: The UK’s Earned Settlement Proposal: What HR Leaders Need to Know

Associates Charlotte Roberts and Karina Casey highlight how the UK’s earned settlement proposal may influence global talent and HR planning.

Learn more

Media mentions

Konfederacja Lewiatan: Procedura legalizacji zatrudnienia cudzoziemców w Polsce po zmianach w 2025 r.

Poland Immigration Strategy Director Tomasz Rogala contributes to Konfederacja Lewiatan’s analysis on 2025 changes to work permits and foreign employment in Poland.

Learn more

Blog post

F and J Visa Updates: Social Media Checks Begin as DHS Proposes New Limits

Associate Alejandro Hernandez analyses new F and J visa screening practices, including social media vetting by US consulates and proposed DHS changes that could significantly alter admission periods for students and exchange visitors.

Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Ireland Awarded the KeepWell Mark by IBEC

Fragomen Ireland is accredited with IBEC’s KeepWell Mark™, recognizing the practice’s commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and responsible business.

Learn more

Media mentions

Gazeta Prawna: Specustawa ukraińska wygasa: Pułapka dla pracodawców po 4 marca 2026

Partner Karolina Schiffter highlights a key development as Poland prepares to extend protection for Ukrainians, pointing to the growing role of the courts.

Learn more

Media mentions

The Scotsman: UK Offshore Immigration Crackdown Risks Stifling Growth Unless Policy Meets Reality

Director Kelly Hardman discusses how UK offshore immigration rules are creating challenges for energy and maritime operations.

Learn more

Media mentions

HR Headquarters: Irish Immigration Changes: What Employers Need To Know Now And Into 2026

Partner Ángel Bello Cortés outlines upcoming changes to Ireland’s immigration rules and their implications for employers.

Learn more

Stay in touch

Subscribe to receive our latest immigration alerts

Subscribe

Our firm

  • About
  • Careers
  • Firm Governance
  • Media Inquiries
  • Recognition

Information

  • Attorney Advertising
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Policies
  • UK Regulatory Requirements

Our firm

  • About
  • Careers
  • Firm Governance
  • Media Inquiries
  • Recognition

Information

  • Attorney Advertising
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Policies
  • UK Regulatory Requirements

Have a question?

Contact Us
  • LinkedIn
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

© 2025 Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP, Fragomen Global LLP and affiliates. All Rights Reserved.

Please note that the content made available on this site is not intended for visitors / customers located in the province of Quebec, and the information provided is not applicable to the Quebec market. To access relevant information that applies to the Quebec market, please click here.