As of January 31, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced updated regulations aimed at enhancing border security and the integrity of temporary resident programs. These changes provide immigration and border officers with expanded authority to cancel temporary resident documents, including electronic travel authorizations (eTAs), temporary resident visas (TRVs),...
As immigration enforcement efforts increase, hospitals, clinics, and other health care providers must be prepared to handle requests from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and state privacy laws.
Medical facilities have a legal and ethical duty to protect patient confidentiality, but they also...
The threshold question for an H-1B nonimmigrant work visa is whether the intending H-1B nonimmigrant has the equivalence of a U.S. Bachelor’s Degree in a specific field. Most of the prospective H-1B employees and H-1B employers begin with either of the following two thoughts: “I would like to work in the U.S. using...
The H-1B registration season is here, and staying informed is crucial for employers and applicants. Our latest webinar covered key updates, strategic approaches, and alternative pathways for securing U.S. work visas.
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President Trump has revoked many Biden-era policies that aimed to improve processing efficiency at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of State (DOS). As a result, employers should prepare for:
More restrictive criteria for expedited processing requests.With increased immigration enforcement efforts under the current administration, schools and academic institutions must be prepared to handle visits from federal agencies, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The recent rescission of “sensitive locations” protections, combined with the expanded authority of federal agents such as the FBI, DEA, and U.S. Marshals,...
With increased immigration enforcement under the current administration, many lawful permanent residents (LPRs), also known as green card holders, are questioning whether they could face deportation. While a green card provides permanent residence, it does not offer absolute protection from removal.
In this article, we outline the main reasons green card holders may...
Effective January 28, 2025, Canada’s Super Visa program has expanded its health insurance options, allowing applicants to purchase coverage from approved foreign insurers. This update provides more flexibility and affordability for parents and grandparents visiting their loved ones. Learn how to ensure your health insurance meets Super Visa requirements and how Visaserve...
Canada has launched the Francophone Community Immigration Class, a new initiative under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act aimed at attracting skilled French-speaking immigrants to communities outside Quebec. This program supports economic development while strengthening the nation’s bilingual identity. Eligible applicants with a valid job offer in a designated Francophone minority community...
Canada is committed to protecting foreign nationals experiencing family violence through its Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) program. Under Ministerial Instructions (MI82), victims can obtain legal status, work or study permits, and access to healthcare. This vital initiative ensures that individuals facing abuse can seek safety without jeopardizing their immigration status. Learn how...
