Losing your job while holding a U.S. work visa can feel overwhelming—legal status, career plans, and financial stability are at stake. If you’re on an H-1B, L-1, or a similar work visa, here’s what you need to know to protect yourself and plan your next steps.
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New DHS Enforcement Rule: What U.S. Employers Need to Know About Steeper Immigration Penalties
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced an interim final rule that changes how civil penalties are issued and enforced for immigration-related violations. With fines now being assessed and collected faster—and with larger financial consequences—employers must be ready to respond.
At NPZ Law Group, we’re advising clients to...
Can You Travel Internationally This Summer? Key Advice for Immigrants in the U.S.
Summer is a popular time for vacations, but for immigrants in the United States, international travel comes with additional risks and responsibilities. Whether you're here on a visa, a green card, or you're a naturalized U.S. citizen, it’s important to understand what to expect before leaving—and when trying to return.
Maximizing the H-1B Visa: Cap, Extensions, Transfers, Amendments, Recapture, and Concurrent Employment Explained
The H-1B visa remains one of the most sought-after U.S. work visas for employers and foreign nationals alike. But beyond the initial approval, there are several key rules and strategies that can help individuals and businesses get the most out of H-1B status.
At NPZ Law Group, we guide...
What Employers Need to Know About Unannounced FDNS Site Visits
U.S. employers who sponsor foreign workers—especially H-1B employees—should be aware of the increasing number of unannounced site visits by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), through its Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FDNS). These inspections, known as Administrative Site Visits (ASVs), are part of USCIS’s efforts to ensure immigration compliance and...
H-1B Portability: How to Change Jobs Without Jeopardizing Your Immigration Status
If you're working in the United States on an H-1B visa and considering switching employers, understanding H-1B portability is crucial. Many H-1B holders worry that changing jobs could result in falling out of status or facing long processing delays—but thanks to provisions under AC21 (American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act), you may...
What If I Don’t Finish My Studies? Business Immigration Options for F-1 Students
Many international students enter the United States on an F-1 visa with hopes of completing their degree and launching a career. But what happens if things change — you pause your studies or decide that the academic path isn’t right for you?
If you're an F-1 student who...
Visa Planning for Foreign Founders: What to Know Before Launching a U.S. Startup
As more international entrepreneurs look to build their companies in the United States, understanding the interplay between U.S. visa options and startup ownership structures has become essential. Choosing the wrong entity or pursuing the wrong immigration strategy can delay — or even derail — your plans.
Here’s what foreign...
Corporate Immigration in the United States: A Foundational Overview for Employers and Professionals
Corporate immigration is a vital component of workforce mobility and talent acquisition in the United States. Each year, businesses rely on immigration programs to bring highly skilled professionals, executives, researchers, and investors to the U.S. while navigating a legal system shaped by decades of policy evolution.
This overview introduces...
Site Visits by USCIS: What Employers of H-1B Workers Should Understand and Prepare For
Securing approval for an H-1B or L-1 petition is a critical step in bringing international talent to the U.S., but compliance doesn’t stop there. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), through its Fraud Detection and National Security (FDNS) Directorate, regularly conducts site inspections to ensure employers and foreign workers are meeting the terms of approved...