Which Visa Do I Need?
Any foreign national seeking to immigrate to the United States generally must be sponsored by a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident and have an.
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What’s the Difference Between Naturalization and Citizenship?
Learn about what the difference is between naturalization and citizenship in this blog by Akula & Associates, P.C. We have years of experience in immigration.
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Who Can I Sponsor for a Family-Based Visa?
United States citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) may sponsor certain relatives who live abroad for a family-based visa. This temporary visa.
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USCIS Will Only Accept New Editions of Forms I-485, I-129, I-539, I-864, I-864EZ, and I-944 if Postmarked on or After October 15
USCIS published the new editions of Forms I-485 , I-129 , I-539/I-539A , I-864 , I-864EZ , and I-944 .
Read article →Featured Issue: Public Charge Changes at USCIS, DOJ, and DOS
On October 11, 2019, the U.S. District Court of the Southern District of New York enjoined and restrained the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and USCIS.
Read article →Family-Based Visas 101
Family-based visas are many immigrants’ first step on their path to full United States citizenship. Current U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents.
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USCIS Implements $10 Fee for H-1B Registration
USCIS announced a final rule that will impose a $10 registration fee requirement for petitioners seeking to file H-1B cap subject petitions on behalf of.
Read article →Understanding Family Preference Categories
United States citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) may sponsor certain relatives for family-based visas . Depending on the sponsor’s relationship.
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Filing DACA Applications in the Wake of Federal Court Rulings
On November 12, 2019, the Supreme Court will hear several arguments in several cases challenging the Trump administration’s rescission of the DACA program. A.
Read article →USCIS Resumes Premium Processing for All H-1B Petitions
USCIS will resume premium processing on Tuesday, March 12, for all H-1B petitions. If you received a request for evidence (RFE) for a pending petition, you.
Read article →USCIS Announces New Version of Form I-539 and Provides Updates on Rollout Plan
USCIS Announces New Version of Form I-539 and Provides Updates on Rollout Plan
Read article →USCIS Announces FY 2020 H-1B Cap Season Start, Updates, and Changes
USCIS Announces FY 2020 H-1B Cap Season Start, Updates, and Changes available here .
Read article →Understanding U.S. Immigration Law
There are several ways to immigrate to the United States to establish permanent residency and, ultimately, gain citizenship. Get the facts on how to qualify.
Read article →USCIS will resume premium processing for all H-1B petitions filed on or before Dec. 21, 2018
USCIS will resume premium processing on Tuesday, Feb. 19, for all H-1B petitions filed on or before Dec. 21, 2018. If you received a transfer notice for a.
Read article →USCIS Announces New Version of Form I-539 Required on March 11, 2019
On February 11, 2019, USCIS announced that it had revised the Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status as of February 4, 2019, and that.
Read article →F-1 Student Alert for Students at University of Farmington, MI
The University of Farmington (“Farmington”) was set up by DHS, set up to entice students who were looking for employment authorization with Curricular.
Read article →DHS's Changes to the H-1B Visa Lottery Process
On January 31, 2019, DHS published a final rule which makes two significant changes to the H-1B visa lottery process. The rule (1) adds an electronic.
Read article →USCIS Announces Implementation of Electronic H-1B Registration Process
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced a requirement for employers seeking to file H-1B cap-subject petitions, including those eligible.
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