Domestic Visa Stamping Renewal Pilot Program
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced its plans to launch a pilot program to allow for domestic renewals of H and L nonimmigrant.
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Admission to the United States and Correcting Form I-94
When you enter the United States, you are inspected by a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent. After approving your admission to the United States, the.
Read article →Immigration Agencies Use Fake Social Media Profiles to Monitor Immigrants
New documents reveal that immigration agencies have been using fake social media profiles to monitor immigrants. Learn more about this news here!
Read article →Updated Guidance on F-1 Visa Issuance
In February 2023, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) provided updated guidance that consular officers can now issue an F or M student visa up to 365 days in.
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FY 2024 H-1B Initial Registration Period Updates
As previously announced, USCIS received enough electronic registrations during the initial registration period to reach the fiscal year 2024 H-1B cap,.
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Can an H-2B Visa Lead to a Green Card?
Discover how an H-2B visa can pave the way for permanent residency with this information guide.
Read article →USCIS Announces Premium Processing; New Online-Filing Procedures for Certain F-1 Students Seeking OPT or STEM OPT Extensions
USCIS expands premium processing for F-1 OPT & STEM OPT extensions. File Form I-765 online for faster processing. Learn eligibility & new procedures.
Read article →Can You Work Multiple Jobs in the United States on an H-1B Visa?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain if H-1B visa holders can work multiple jobs in the United States. Learn more about this here.
Read article →USCIS Expands Premium Processing for Applicants Seeking to Change to F, M, or J Nonimmigrant Status
USCIS announced the expansion of premium processing for certain applicants filing Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, requesting a.
Read article →The Benefits of Hiring Foreign Workers for Your Business
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain some of the benefits of hiring foreign workers for your business. Read more about the benefits here!
Read article →USCIS Launches Online Rescheduling of Biometrics Appointments
On June 28, USCIS launched a new self-service tool allowing benefit requestors, and their attorneys and accredited representatives, to reschedule most.
Read article →USCIS Announces Second Random Selection from Previously Submitted FY 2024 H-1B Cap Registrations
On July 27, 2023, USCIS announced that it will conduct a second random selection from previously submitted electronic registrations for the fiscal year (FY).
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Adjustment of Status vs. Consular Processing: What’s the Difference?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain the difference between adjustment of status and consular processing. Read more about this here.
Read article →Adjustment of Status Timeline: How Long Does it Take?
Our Dallas immigration attorneys explain the adjustment of status timeline. Discover how long adjustment of status takes here.
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USCIS Must Now Adjudicate H-4, H-4 EAD, and L-2 Together with I-129
Major settlement requires USCIS to adjudicate H-4, H-4 EAD, and L-2 together with Form I-129. This historic settlement with the Department of Homeland.
Read article →USCIS Extends Green Card Validity for Conditional Permanent Residents with a Pending Form I-751 or Form I-829
USCIS is extending the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) for petitioners who properly file Form I-751, Petition to Remove.
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USCIS Announces Final Phase of Premium Processing Expansion for EB-1 and EB-2 Form I-140 Petitions and Future Expansion for F-1
USCIS expands premium processing for EB-1 and EB-2 I-140 petitions. Get expert immigration guidance from Akula & Associates. Contact us at (972) 241-4698 today.
Read article →Temporary Protected Status for Yemen Redesignated and Extended
On 12/30/22, DHS announced an extension and redesignation of Yemen for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months (from March 4, 2023, through Sept. 3,.
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