For many conditional permanent residents, filing Form I-751 to remove conditions on a green card is a critical step in maintaining lawful status in the United States. While most applicants file jointly with their spouse, not all marriages continue through the two-year conditional period.
When a relationship breaks down,...
Lawful permanent residents (green card holders) often travel abroad for personal, professional, or family reasons. However, extended time outside the United States can raise serious concerns about whether permanent residence has been abandoned.
Understanding how long you can remain outside the U.S.—and what risks may arise—is critical to maintaining...
Being selected in the H-1B lottery is a major milestone. However, selection alone does not guarantee approval. Many H-1B petitions receive Requests for Evidence (RFEs), and in some cases, petitions are ultimately denied.
When this happens, both employers and employees are often left asking: what are the next steps?
Hiring international talent can be a valuable investment for U.S. employers. However, a common challenge arises when an employer hires a new employee working on Optional Practical Training (OPT), only to realize that the H-1B cap season has already passed or the employee was not selected in the lottery.
For skilled professionals on H-1B status, the U.S. green card backlog — particularly in EB-2 and EB-3 for Indian and Chinese nationals — can stretch for decades. As a result, many individuals are exploring Canada’s Express Entry system as a parallel path: obtaining Canadian permanent residence more quickly, building long-term stability, and...
Each year, USCIS receives far more H-1B registrations than the limited number of cap-subject visas available, making the lottery highly competitive for employers and foreign national professionals alike. As a result, many qualified candidates are not selected.
For that reason, it is important for both employers and H-1B candidates...
The U.S. Department of State has introduced a Visa Bond Pilot Program that may affect certain B-1/B-2 visa applicants. This program adds a new requirement for select individuals to post a financial bond before receiving a visa, creating additional considerations for travelers planning temporary visits to the United States.
When filing an immigration petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), one of the most common questions is whether to request premium processing or proceed with standard adjudication.
Processing timelines continue to vary widely across case types, making this decision increasingly important for both employers and foreign nationals.
Recent updates to the H-1B process are adding a new layer of complexity for employers and applicants. With a revised Form I-129 and changes tied to the H-1B lottery system, wage level selection is becoming a critical factor—not just at filing, but at the very beginning of the process.
Employers...
The April 2026 Visa Bulletin reflects continued forward movement in select Employment-Based categories, while many others begin to stabilize following earlier gains in FY 2026. Family-Based categories remain largely steady, with only limited advancement. The Department of State appears to be carefully managing visa number usage as demand patterns become clearer this fiscal year...
