New DOL and DHS Rules Set Aside by Federal Court
On December 1, 2020 , a California District Court set aside the Department of Labor (DOL) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule intended to increase.
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Judge Orders Government To Fully Reinstate DACA Program
Late Friday afternoon, a federal district judge ordered the Trump administration to fully reinstate the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Read article →Do I Need an Employment Immigration Attorney?
When applying for a green card or an immigrant visa in the United States, you don’t need to obtain an attorney's services. However, having an experienced.
Read article →How Long Does It Take for a Work Visa to Get Approved?
Applying for a U.S. work permit can be an extensive and complex process. It’s important to apply for the visa that is best suited for your unique.
Read article →Why Is It So Difficult to Get a U.S. Visa?
If you’re trying to obtain a U.S. visa, or you have already applied for one but you got denied, you might be wondering why it’s so difficult to obtain a U.S.
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USCIS Announces Delay in Data Entry and Receipt Notice Generation for FY 2021 H-1B Cap-Subject Petitions Due to the Coronavirus
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced that petitioners should expect a delay in data entry and receipt notice generation for fiscal year.
Read article →Questions to Ask Your Immigration Lawyer
Every immigration process can be overwhelming. You might have countless questions for your immigration attorney, but how do you know if you’re asking the.
Read article →Executive Order Temporarily Suspending Entry of Immigrants
The proclamation became effective on Thursday, April 23, 2020, at 11:59 PM (ET), expires in 60 days, and may be continued as necessary.
Read article →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.
Read article →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.
Read article →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.
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