Ukraine Granted TPS Designation for 18 Months
On March 3, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months. A.
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H-1B FY 2023 Initial Electronic Registration Selection Process Completed
USCIS has announced the initial H-1B registration selection process for the fiscal year (FY) 2023 is completed. All prospective petitioners with selected.
Read article →Can You Change Jobs on an H-1B Visa?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain if employees can change jobs while on a work visa. Read more about this here.
Read article →Which Countries Are Protected Under Temporary Protected Status?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain who qualifies for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Learn more about this here.
Read article →When Do TPS Designations Expire?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain when Temporary Protect Statuses expire. Read more about this here.
Read article →What Is the Difference Between Visa & Status?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain the difference between a visa and a status. Read more about this here.
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USCIS to Implement Second Phase of Premium Processing for Certain Previously Filed EB-1 and EB-2 Form I-140 Petitions
USCIS expands premium processing for pending EB-1 and EB-2 I-140 petitions. Get faster adjudication on your immigrant worker petition. Learn eligibility and.
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Employment-based Adjustment of Status Applicants: Do’s and Don’ts for Your Medicals to Enable More Efficient Processing
Essential do's and don'ts for employment-based adjustment of status medical exams. Avoid delays with proper preparation.
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USCIS Guidance on Expedited EADs for Healthcare Workers
Effective immediately, if you are a healthcare worker who has a pending Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewal application (Form I-765, Application.
Read article →USCIS ENCOURAGES INTERFILING (based on eligibility)
If you have previously submitted an interfiling request, USICS asks that you do not send a duplicate request. USCIS will not issue a response, but will issue.
Read article →US Embassy in India to close in-person appointments for student visas
The Embassy of US in India has announced that it is closing in-person appointments for students after interviewing a record number of applicants for the.
Read article →The Number Workers with H-1B Visas Have Dropped
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain why the number of H-1B visa workers has dropped the most in the last decade. Read more about this here.
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PROTECTING YOUR PERMANENT RESIDENCY
The process of obtaining lawful permanent resident (“green card”) status can be a complex and challenging effort. Having a green card can provide certainty.
Read article →EB-2 Visa for Persons of Exceptional Ability: Who Qualifies?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain the qualifications needed to apply for an EB-2 visa. Read more about this here.
Read article →BREAKING NEWS: USCIS Announces FY 2023 H1-B Cap Registration Period
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced that the initial registration period for the fiscal year 2023 H-1B cap will open at noon EST on.
Read article →USCIS Updates Guidelines on Maximum Validity Periods for New Employment Authorization Documents for Certain Applicants
USCIS releases updated EAD validity guidelines for certain applicants. Learn about new maximum validity periods and Form I-765 adjudication changes.
Read article →USCIS Reaches Fiscal Year 2022 H-1B Cap
USCIS has received a sufficient number of petitions needed to reach the congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and the 20,000 H-1B visa U.S.
Read article →USCIS Decoupling Adjudication of EADs and Advance Paroles to Expedite EAD Issuance
Over the last several days, we have received numerous reports from clients that they are receiving approved employment authorization documents (EADs) that do.
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