USCIS Pushes To Use Available Employment-Based Visas By September 30th
September 29, 2022
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has stated that the annual limit for employment-based immigrant visas for the fiscal year 2022...
DHS May Make Remote I-9 Verification Standard
September 29, 2022
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced that it might be changing the examination procedures for the Employment Eligibility Verification process (Form I-9). Form...
How and When Should a Green Card be Replaced?
September 29, 2022
A green card allows the person holding it to live and work in the United States permanently. However, there are times when green cards require renewal or replacement, which can interfere...
DHS Extends TPS Status for Syria and Expands Employment Opportunities for Syrian F-1 Students
September 28, 2022
Syria has been re-designated for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This status extended from October 1, 2022, through March 31, 2024....
USCIS Provides Updated Statistics Regarding Employment-Based Immigrant Visas
September 28, 2022
The USCIS has published updated statistics about immigrant visa usage for the 2022 fiscal year. The reports indicate that, as of the end of July, the...
October Visa Bulletin Reveals Significant Retrogression In EB-2 India
September 28, 2022
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) recently released its Visa Bulletin for October 2022. The release shows considerable retrogression for employment-based...
Senators Raise Concern Over Work Authorization Delays for Ukrainian Refugees
September 28, 2022
After Russia invaded Ukraine, thousands of Ukrainians came to the United States as refugees. However, many of these individuals are still waiting for...
Highlights From USCIS End of FY2022 Employment Based Adjustment of Status FAQ
September 27, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic still affects applicants’ requests for adjustments of status for legal permanent residence. In addition to the pandemic,...
Could Remote I-9 Document Examination Be Here to Stay?
September 27, 2022
As employers continue adapting to the remote and hybrid workplace, keeping an eye on one of the biggest challenges to fully remote onboarding grows increasingly crucial....
Lawsuit Claims DHS Is Failing to Comply With Court Ordered 30-Day Timeline for Work Visas
September 27, 2022
Immigration advocacy groups recently requested a federal judge in Maryland to rule in their favor in a lawsuit. The filed suit concerns...