ABCs OF H-1Bs (THIS IS PART V OF AN VIII PART SERIES): DOES MY MASTER’S DEGREE QUALIFY FOR THE H-1B MASTER’S CAP?

Many F-1 visa holders, particularly those who are engaged in OPT change their immigration status to become professional and specialty workers (H-1B workers). The H-1B cap is the Congressionally mandated limit on the number of individuals who may be granted H-1B status during each fiscal year. Most foreign nationals seeking H-1B nonimmigrant...

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Interview Waiver Update – Expanded Eligibility for Certain Applicants

The U.S. Department of State has updated the categories of nonimmigrant visa applicants who may qualify for an in-person interview waiver. Eligible applicants include certain diplomatic and official visa holders, as well as those renewing a visa within 12 months of expiration. While consular officers have the discretion to waive interviews, local...

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Canada Announces 2025 Express Entry Category-Based Draws to Address Labour Shortages

February 27, 2025 – Ottawa – Canada is making key changes to its immigration system to address labor shortages and streamline pathways for skilled workers. The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has announced the 2025 Express Entry category-based draws, introducing a new education category and prioritizing candidates with...

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How New U.S. Executive Orders Are Impacting Immigration and Cross-Border Business Operations

The current administration has introduced new executive orders that are reshaping U.S. immigration policy and trade relations, creating significant implications for Canadian businesses, cross-border operations, and U.S. employers. These changes are affecting temporary work visas, immigration enforcement, and trade agreements, prompting companies and foreign workers to prepare for increased scrutiny and processing delays.

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How Schools Should Respond to Immigration Enforcement Under New DHS Guidelines

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently rescinded the previous administration’s policy that classified schools as "sensitive locations" for immigration enforcement. This change means that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) can now conduct immigration enforcement actions at schools, just as they would in other public spaces.

For K-12 schools, this...

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What Should You Do If You’re Out of Status? A Guide for Undocumented Immigrants Under the New Administration

With changes in immigration enforcement under the current administration, many individuals out of status are feeling anxious about what the future holds. While policy shifts are still developing, the best approach is to prepare rather than panic.

If you're undocumented or out of status, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to protect yourself, understand...

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Protection for Victims of Family Violence in Canada: Know Your Rights

If you are a foreign national in Canada on a work permit or study permit and are experiencing family violence or human trafficking, it’s important to know that you have rights and protections under Canadian immigration law.

Your immigration status will not be jeopardized if you seek help. Canada provides specific pathways to ensure your safety while allowing...

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Important: New U.S. Alien Registration Requirement – Compliance Required

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New Alien Registration Requirement Announced Under Executive Order

February 26, 2025– In response to the recent Protecting the American People Against Invasion executive order issued by President Trump on January 20, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reinforcing the legal...

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アメリカで出生した場合のステータス: 雇用主とビザ保持者が知っておくべきこと

アメリカ合衆国憲法では両親の移民ステータスに関係なくアメリカ国内で生まれたすべての人にアメリカの市民権を保障してきました。

しかし最近発令された「アメリカ市民権の意義と価値を守る」(Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship) と題された大統領令はこの長年の慣習に重大な変更をもたらすかもしれません。新しい命令はアメリカで生まれた子どもは少なくとも一方の親がアメリカ市民または合法的永住者(グリーンカード保持者)である場合、そして出産がアメリカの領土内で行われることで子どもが市民権を取得できるようになるというものです。この変更は、H-1B、L-1、Eビザ等のビジネス移民ビザでアメリカに滞在している家族に直接影響を与えます。非移民ビザ保持者の子どもは自動的にアメリカ市民権を取得できなくなり、親のビザカテゴリーに基づく従属的な非移民として扱われます。出生時はアメリカのパスポートは取得不可のため、市民権を示す出生証明書やパスポートは発行されず、子どもは親のH-4、L-2ビザなどに基づいて滞在資格を取得する必要があります。ただし、この発令に対してワシントン州の連邦判事が一時的差し止め命令(TRO)を出し、大統領令の施行を阻止しているのが現状です。今後さらなる訴訟があり、最終的にはアメリカ連邦最高裁判所が判断を下すと予想されています。この差し止め命令が継続されている間はアメリカ国内で生まれたすべての子どもに今までのルールが適用されます。重要なのは雇用主と外国人労働者は、今後の動向を注意深く見守る必要があるということです。雇用主は外国人労働者が従属する子どもに対して、ステータスを正確に維持できるようにしておきましょう。そしてこれから想定される問題を回避するために、正確な書類を保持することも重要です。今は不透明な状況が続いているので、該当者は今後の動きをしっかりと把握して、その都度対応できるようにすることが大切です。

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