As the new fiscal year begins on October 1, 2024, employers with H-1B cap employees must ensure they are meeting compliance obligations. Here are the top five steps employers should take to stay compliant with U.S. immigration and employment regulations.
Update I-9 for Employees Transitioning from Student...Is a Blanket L Petition the Right Strategy for Your Business?
For multinational companies looking to transfer executives, managers, or specialized knowledge workers to the U.S., the L-1 visa is a valuable tool. However, the traditional L-1 visa process can be lengthy and costly. For businesses that qualify, the Blanket L Petition offers a more streamlined and efficient alternative. This blog explores whether the Blanket L Petition...
Automatic Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Extension: What You Need to Know
If you’ve filed Form I-765 to renew your Employment Authorization Document (EAD), you may qualify for an automatic extension of your EAD’s expiration date while your renewal application is pending. This automatic extension provides employment security during the processing period, but understanding the requirements is essential to ensure eligibility.
Rise in Approvals for O-1A Visas and National Interest Waivers: What It Means for High-Skilled Immigrants
Recent years have seen significant changes in high-skilled immigration to the United States, with a notable increase in approvals for O-1A visas and National Interest Waivers (NIW). These shifts come in the wake of favorable guidance from the Biden Administration, which is focused on attracting top talent in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): New Eligibility Requirements for Graduates in Canada
As of November 1, 2024, changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria will come into effect. These updates are important for international students planning to stay and work in Canada after completing their studies. Let’s break down the key changes and what they mean for you.
What...Travel Tips for a Hassle-Free I-94 Experience
Traveling to the U.S. can often be overwhelming, and by the time you reach Customs and Border Protection (CBP), you may be eager to get through quickly. However, paying attention to your I-94 form can save you significant headaches later. The I-94 Arrival/Departure Form is a crucial document that tracks when foreign...
Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery 2026: Your Path to U.S. Residenc
The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, administered by the U.S. Department of State, offers a chance for individuals from countries with historically low immigration rates to the U.S. to obtain a U.S. permanent resident visa. For DV-2026, up to 55,000 visas will be distributed randomly among qualifying applicants.
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Overcoming Common Challenges in EB-5 I-829 Condition Removal
Filing the I-829 petition to remove conditions on permanent residency for EB-5 investors can be a complex process. The I-829 must be submitted within 90 days before the second anniversary of the investor’s conditional residency and requires substantial evidence to prove eligibility. In this post, we’ll explore three common challenges in the...
USCIS Updates Policy Guidance for EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa Eligibility
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is issuing policy guidance in our Policy Manual to further clarify the types of evidence that we may evaluate to determine eligibility for extraordinary ability (E11) EB-1 immigrant visa classifications.
This policy guidance:
Confirms that we consider a...Want More News?
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