Changes Not Expected for Upcoming H-1B Season
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Procedures for submitting FY2019 H-1B cap-subject cases are not expected to change, according to Service Center officials.
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TPS Extended for Syria for Additional 18 Months
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The TPS extension announced by DHS today is welcome news that will benefit approximately 7,000 Syrians in the U.S. with TPS status and work authorization.
Read MoreFebruary 2018 Visa Bulletin Analysis
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2018 continues with forward movement. Downgrading to EB-3 China could be advantageous for some.
Read MoreDeadline: How Government Shutdowns Impact Immigration
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With less than a day to go, a temporary shutdown of government functions looks possible. But what does this mean for those applying for immigration benefits?
Read MoreDACA Renewals Available Again
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DACA recipients rejoice over news that renewals are being processed again due to a judge's order. Eligible applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.
Read MoreEl Salvador Loses TPS Designation
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200,000 El Salvadorans told that Homeland Security is terminating their TPS status, effective September 9, 2019.
Read MoreChanges Feared for H-1B Extension Provisions
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Recent reports have some fearing for H-1B extension policy changes. Ellis Porter analyzes the potential of this new threat to those relying on the "7th Year Extension."
Read More2017's Influential Immigration Developments
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What made 2017 a Year to Remember in Immigration Law.
Read MoreJanuary 2018 Visa Bulletin Analysis
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2018 starts off with no retrogression in priority dates.
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Disappointing Supreme Court Order Brings Travel Ban Back in Full Effect
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Nearly a year has passed since the first travel ban was announced. It has been a bumpy legal road. This week, the Supreme Court sided with the government, allowing the ban to be implemented while legal wrangling continues.
Read MoreDelays Spike for EAD and AP Processing
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Reports indicate a growing trend of delays for I-765 and I-131 applications.
Read MoreI-140 Porting Beneficiaries to be Informed of Potential Problems
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Beneficiaries of employment-based green cards will now be kept better informed.
Read MoreInternational Entrepreneur Rule: Over Before it Started?
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An official proposal to repeal the rule has set off a notice and comment period.
Read MoreDecember 2017 Visa Bulletin Analysis
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The calendar year ends with forward movement in many categories.
Read MoreTravel Ban Partially Resumes
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A Ninth Circuit ruling has resumed the Travel Ban for those without U.S. ties.
Read MoreI-129 Filing Location Changes Could Result in Rejections
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Recent changes to direct filing addresses may result in I-129 rejections.
Read MoreChange in Deference Announced for Extension Requests
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Applicants can no longer rely on previously approved visas for future extension requests.
Read MoreNovember 2017 Visa Bulletin Analysis
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Dates march forward at a slower pace than last month.
Read MoreDetails Emerge About Employment-Based Interview Program
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Interviews for employment-based green cards are rolling out. Here's how to prepare.
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