Category: News & Updates

H-1b Cap

Applying Lessons Learned in the Fiscal Year 2023 H-1B Cap

Written on December 8, 2022.

Applying Lessons Learned in the Fiscal Year 2023 H-1b Cap December 8, 2022 The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will begin accepting H-1B registrations for FY 2024 beginning on March 1, 2024. In preparation for this, employers...

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TN Visa Stamp

TN Visa Stamp Validity Extended to Four Years for Mexican Citizens

Written on December 6, 2022.

TN Visa Stamp Validity Extended to Four Years for Mexican Citizens December 6, 2022 The US Department of State (DOS) has updated its visa reciprocity schedule for Mexican citizens, providing two potential options for visa validity periods. First,...

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CBP

CBP Brings an End to Paper Form I-94 at Land Border Crossings

Written on December 5, 2022.

CBP Brings an End to Paper Form I-94 at Land Border Crossings December 5, 2022 US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced that it has expanded its elimination of the paper Arrival/Departure Record (Form I-94) to include land border crossings....

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Cap Exempt H-1B Status

The Difference Between Cap Subject and Cap Exempt H-1B Status

Written on December 5, 2022.

The Difference Between Cap Subject and Cap Exempt H-1B Status December 5, 2022 If a foreign national wants to work in the United States, they must have a valid immigration status that permits them to be employed. Typically, this requires someone...

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Employers Preparing

Tips for Employers Preparing for the 2024 H-1B Cap Season

Written on December 1, 2022.

Tips for Employers Preparing for the 2024 H-1B Cap Season December 1, 2022 As 2022 comes to a close, the registration window for the 2024 H-1B fiscal year comes close to opening. The H-1B visa is one of the most widely demanded non-immigrant visa...

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State Department Announces Visa Processing

Department Announces Visa Processing Wait Times Expected to Reach Pre-Pandemic Levels in FY 2023

Written on December 1, 2022.

State Department Announces Visa Processing Wait Times Expected to Reach Pre-Pandemic Levels in FY 2023 December 1, 2022 The Department of State (DOS) has announced that the agency’s work to reduce processing times has made significant progress....

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Organization Ready for a Visit

Is Your Organization Ready for a Visit From ICE?

Written on December 1, 2022.

Is Your Organization Ready for a Visit From ICE? December 1, 2022 When it comes to the hiring process, correctly completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) is one of the most crucial steps to get right. This process ensures that...

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Department of Justice

Department of Justice Settles With Confectionary Company Over Discrimination in Form I-9 Process

Written on November 30, 2022.

Department of Justice Settles With Confectionary Company Over Discrimination in Form I-9 Process November 30, 2022 The Department of Justice (DOJ) has reached a settlement agreement with a New York-based operator of bakeries and retail boutiques...

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New Changes

Understanding the New Changes to the EB-5 Program

Written on November 30, 2022.

Understanding the New Changes to the EB-5 Program November 30, 2022 The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 increased the minimum amount an investor must invest to qualify for a green card. The Act now requires a minimum capital investment of...

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