by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 18, 2026 | Bulletin, Family Based Immigrant Visa, General News, SWLGPC New York
The U.S. Department of State’s April 2026 Visa Bulletin continues recent forward movement across employment-based immigrant categories. USCIS has confirmed it will accept employment-based adjustment of status (AOS) applications in April based on the Dates for Filing...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 11, 2026 | E-1/E-2, Employment Based Immigrant Visa, F-1/M-1, General News, L-1, Non-Immigrant Visas, Uncategorized
Prudential Revocation of Nonimmigrant Visas After Arrests or Criminal Convictions — Practice, Risks, and Practical Strategies This article addresses the increasing use of prudential visa revocation by consular officers when they learn of an applicant’s arrest or...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Mar 10, 2026 | General News, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas
ATLAS is the U.S. Department of State’s visa appointment and case-management platform and enforces strict operational rules that materially affect application strategy, timing, and risk. Practitioners and clients should plan with these constraints in mind: one...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Jan 27, 2026 | General News, H-1B, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas, SWLGPC New York, Uncategorized
The initial registration period for the fiscal year 2027 H-1B lottery is expected to start in early March 2025 and remain open for at least 14 calendar days. Learn more about what you can expect during the upcoming H-1B lottery season, including the introduction of a...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Dec 29, 2025 | Employment Based Immigrant Visa, Family Based Immigrant Visa, General News
In recent months, there has been a noticeable uptick in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions during interviews at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) field offices, particularly in certain locations in California. We have heard reports have...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Dec 25, 2025 | General News
As we conclude the year, we bring our readers important updates in immigration news. While many developments may be concerning, we wish everyone a joyous holiday season and a prosperous 2026. District Court Upholds $100,000 H-1B Fee In a significant ruling, the U.S....
