On June 18, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new initiative aimed at providing a pathway to lawful permanent residency for certain noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens. This process is designed to consider, on a case-by-case basis, requests from...
Category: Adjustment of Status
USCIS Updates Guidance for Family-Based Immigrant Visas
USCIS has updated its guidance on handling family-based immigrant visa petitions, including Form I-130 and certain Form I-360 petitions. The new guidance addresses how USCIS corrects approval notice errors and manages requests for consular processing or adjustment of status. Petitioners must provide accurate information about the beneficiary's address and processing preference to...
Navigating USCIS Fee Rules: A Guide for Employment-Based Petitioners
In the complex world of U.S. immigration, ensuring compliance with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) fee requirements is paramount for employment-based petitioners. USCIS has recently updated its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section regarding the USCIS Fee Rule. This blog post aims to clarify the new and existing FAQs to help...
What to Do Next: Navigating Post-Residency Steps for International Medical Graduates
Completing a medical residency in the United States is a monumental achievement for international medical graduates (IMGs). However, transitioning from residency to practicing medicine or furthering your career in the U.S. involves several critical steps, especially if you're looking to secure a Green Card. Here's a structured approach to help IMGs navigate...
Green Card Journey: Mastering U Visa Adjustments
The U Visa serves as a beacon of hope for victims of crime in the United States, offering them a path to safety, security, and ultimately, an opportunity to become permanent residents. For those fortunate enough to have their U Visa approved, the next logical step is to consider the process of...
Navigating the Upcoming USCIS Fee Changes: Strategies for Employers
In the face of rising operational costs and the relentless march of inflation, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant update to its fee structure for various immigration-related filings. Effective April 1, 2024, these changes mark the first fee adjustment since 2016, underscoring a critical development for employers...
USCIS UPDATES FOR F-1 STUDENTS: AUTOMATIC TERMINATION OF OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING IF TRANSFER TO A DIFFERENT SCHOOL OR BEGIN STUDY AT ANOTHER EDUCATIONAL LEVEL
Quais são os tipos de visto acadêmico disponÃveis?
As polÃticas de imigração dos Estados Unidos costumam ser complexas e podem ser muito confusas. Para um estudante estrangeiro que deseja estudar ou trabalhar nos EUA há vários vistos acadêmicos diferentes que podem se enquadrar no seu caso.
É importante, porém, estar ciente das regulações especÃficas e das...
Seeking an Adjustment of Status
Exchange Visitor Program announced today the below updated information for Secondary School Student Program Sponsors.
Please visit the below link:
https://j1visa.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/20200406-Communication-to-Secondary-School-Student-Sponsors.pdf
If you would like assistance with an immigration and nationality law issue or to learn how the COVID19 pandemic potentially may affect your immigration status, NPZ Law Group, P.C. is here to help you,...
USCIS Changing Policy on Accrued Unlawful Presence by Nonimmigrant Students and Exchange Visitors
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to adjust fees charged by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to individuals and organizations. DHS proposes to raise the fee for Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Form I-901, Fee Remittance for Certain F, J, and M Nonimmigrants, for nonimmigrants seeking to become academic...