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News & EventsNavigating TN Visas: Understanding Qualification Criteria Beyond Company Sponsorship
The TN visa stands as an appealing option for Canadian and Mexican nationals seeking employment in the United States. Unlike many other visas, the TN visa does not necessitate company sponsorship. Instead, its eligibility hinges on two fundamental requirements: being...
Navigating the New Landscape: Essential Changes in Form I-129 Filing Locations
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...
Update for Affirmative Asylum Applicants: New Interpreter Requirements Implemented
In a recent announcement, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a crucial reminder for affirmative asylum applicants: beginning September 13, 2023, applicants must bring an interpreter to their asylum interview if they are not fluent in...
Enhanced Clarity in EB-1 Immigrant Visa Classifications
In a recent development, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued updated policy guidance to offer comprehensive clarity on the evaluation criteria for the Extraordinary Ability (E11) and Outstanding Professor or Researcher (E12) immigrant visa...
The Gateway to Diversity: DV-2025 Diversity Visa Lottery Program Opens for Registration
Introduction Excitement fills the air as the doors to opportunity swing wide open! The highly anticipated DV-2025 Diversity Visa Lottery Program is set to begin accepting applications from aspirants worldwide. Starting from noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4) on...
USCIS Extends Employment Authorization Document Validity: What You Need to Know
Introduction: In a recent and significant update, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently announced changes to the validity periods of certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). These changes, implemented on September 27, 2023, have...
USCIS Exempts the Form I-539 Biometric Services Fee for All Applicants
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced the exemption of the biometric services fee as part of the application requirements for Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, beginning Oct. 1. Background On April 19, USCIS...
Navigating the EB-1 Green Card Process: A Comprehensive Guide to Evidentiary Criteria and Comparable Evidence.
Obtaining a green card (lawful permanent residence) in the United States is typically based on one of several employment-related categories. The specific employment-based green card category you qualify for depends on your qualifications, skills, and the needs of the...
EB-5 Investments– Explained.
The EB-5 (employment-based, 5th preference) investor visa grants permanent resident status to investors who satisfy certain criteria. With this visa, the applicant’s spouse and unmarried children below the age of 21 may also receive a green card. The visa,...
Expedite Immigration Visa Process for Spouse/or Family Member(s) of U.S. Citizens Outside the United States
PPT I-130 Family Based Chart Flow Version 4[57] - Read-Only If you are the spouse or family member of a U.S. citizen and currently living outside the United States, and you are facing exceptional circumstances or an emergency situation that requires obtaining a...