by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 28, 2025 | General News, H-1B, Non-Immigrant Visas
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed change to the H-1B visa program on September 24, 2025. The proposal would replace the current random lottery system with a wage-based selection system, giving higher-paid positions more entries in the...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 24, 2025 | General News, H-1B, Latest News
Following the Proclamation signed on September 19, 2025, USCIS, CBP, and the White House issued clarifications through FAQ and memos on September 20 – 21, confirming how the measure will be implemented and outlining which cases are exempt. Key Points: A...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 23, 2025 | H-1B, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas
US DOL LAUNCHES PROJECT FIREWALL TO PROTECT AMERICA’S HIGHLY SKILLED WORKFORCE H-1B enforcement initiative aims to protect American jobs through federal agency partnerships The following is an announcement from the US Department of Labor. WASHINGTON – The U.S....
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 20, 2025 | General News, H-1B, Latest News, Uncategorized
On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a proclamation restricting the entry of anyone seeking to enter or reenter the U.S. in H-1B status without payment of a new $100,000 fee. The proclamation, titled Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers is...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 20, 2025 | General News, H-1B, Latest News
On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a Presidential Proclamation restricting the entry of certain H-1B nonimmigrant workers. The proclamation cites widespread abuse of the H-1B program, particularly in the IT sector, as a threat to U.S. workers and national...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Sep 14, 2025 | E-1/E-2, F-1/M-1, General News, H-1B, H-2B, L-1, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas
The adjudication of a non-immigrant visa application necessitates an in-person interview at the designated U.S. Embassy or Consulate facility. The interview serves as the primary means by which a consular officer evaluates the applicant’s compliance with statutory and...
