J-1 Visa Waiver Applications
To bypass the law that allows J-1 holders to be physically present for two years in their home country, a J-1 visa waiver is required.
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Innova Solutions v. Baran: Computer Programmer is a Specialty Occupation Under the H-1B Visa
The Ninth Circuit released its opinion on December 16, 2020 in Innova Solutions, Inc. v. Baran , which concerned a technology corporation, Innova, which.
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EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) Petitions
There are two forms of legal permanent pathways that bypass both the labor certification and job offer requirements.
Read article →DHS and DOL Rules Altering the H-1B Process and Prevailing Wage Levels
We have received confirmation that the Department of Labor (DOL)’s Prevailing Wage Rule titled, “ Restructuring of H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 and PERM Wage Levels ” has.
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Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
As the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) seeks to focus its enforcement resources on the removal of persons that pose a danger to national security or a.
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4 Types of U.S. Work Authorizations
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain the four types of work authorizations available in the United States. Read more about this here.
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USCIS Revises Guidance on Naturalization Civics Educational Requirement
USCIS updated guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual regarding the educational requirements for naturalization. The update, effective March 1, 2021, provides.
Read article →USCIS Issues Guidance Regarding Late Issuance of I-765 Receipt Notices for OPT and STEM OPT Applications
USCIS continues to experience delays at certain lockboxes in issuing receipt notices for Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, relating to.
Read article →USCIS Issues FY2021 Non-selection Notices
USCIS has not yet issued an official statement that it has concluded the H-1B cap lottery selections for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021. However, our office has been.
Read article →USCIS Expands Premium Processing Service to E-3 Petitioners
Starting Feb. 24, 2021, petitioners filing Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker , requesting a change or extension of status to E-3 classification.
Read article →USCIS Delays Rule Creating A Wage-Based
This year’s fiscal 2022 Cap registration process remains the same . USCIS has moved the effective date of the H-1B cap wage-based lottery system to December.
Read article →USCIS Announces That FY2022 H-1B Cap Initial Registration Period Will Open On March 09, 2021
USCIS announced that the initial registration period for FY2022 H-1B cap will open at noon (ET) on March 9 and run through noon (ET) on March 25 . During.
Read article →Rescission of 2017 Policy Memorandum Regarding Certain Computer Occupations
Effective immediately, USCIS rescinds PM-602-0142 “Rescission of the December 22, 2000 ‘Guidance memo on H1B computer related positions.’” USCIS officers.
Read article →Proposed H-EAD Rescission Rule Withdrawn
On January 25, 2021, the Trump-era proposed regulation, “ Removing H-4 Dependent Spouses from the classes of Aliens Eligible for Employment Authorization ”.
Read article →Navigating USCIS Biometrics Process During the Pandemic
Over the last few months, we have seen a rapid rise in biometrics-related issues due to the raging pandemic. USCIS acknowledges the tremendous backlog with.
Read article →International Technological University Pay $1.17 Million Settle False Claims Act Allegations Related Student Visa
On January 8, 2021, the International Technological University (ITU) in Santa Clara, California, entered into a settlement agreement with the United States.
Read article →How Do I Sponsor an Employee for a U.S. Permanent Resident Status?
If you are an employer who wants to sponsor a foreign national to become a permanent resident for a permanent job offer, you and the employee will need to go.
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EB-1 Success Story
Akula & Associates, P.C. is proud to share that we recently received an approval from USCIS for an EB-1 I-140 petition relating to the Information Technology.
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