by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 1, 2023 | Non-Immigrant Visas, Visas
In the complex landscape of U.S. immigration, the Visa Bulletin stands as a crucial instrument for both applicants and the U.S. government alike. At its core, the Visa Bulletin serves as a meticulously organized roadmap, guiding applicants through the intricate...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 27, 2023 | Employment Based Immigrant Visa, General News, H-1B, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas, Visas
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently released an updated version of Form I-9, the mandatory document verifying the identity and employment authorization of employees. As of November 1, 2023, employers are required to use this new version. While...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 17, 2023 | H-2B, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas, Visas
In an official statement released on October 13, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) confirmed that the congressionally mandated cap for H-2B visas, catering to temporary nonagricultural workers, has been reached for the first half of the...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Oct 10, 2023 | General News, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas
In a recent regulatory shift, several crucial updates have been made to the filing protocol for Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker. As of October 1, 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a significant change in...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Aug 4, 2023 | L-1, Non-Immigrant Visas
We would like to inform our readers and clients about a new USCIS policy for L-1 applicants PREVIOUSLY approved under the L-1 Blanket and seeking an amendment or extension of their L-1. In the past, petitioners received a stamped and signed Form I-129S (like they do...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | May 1, 2023 | H-1B, Latest News, Non-Immigrant Visas
We would like to present you with a report on the H-1b registration. In sum, FY 2024 saw a huge increase in the number of applications filed to 780,000. This translates to an overall percentage of about 14%. We also so a huge number of applicants with multiple...
