Category: News & Updates

DHS Extends TPS Status for Syria and Expands Employment Opportunities for Syrian F-1 Students

Written on September 28, 2022.

DHS Extends TPS Status for Syria and Expands Employment Opportunities for Syrian F-1 Students September 28, 2022 Syria has been re-designated for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This status extended from October 1, 2022, through March 31, 2024....

USCIS Provides Updated Statistics Regarding Employment-Based Immigrant Visas

Written on September 28, 2022.

USCIS Provides Updated Statistics Regarding Employment-Based Immigrant Visas September 28, 2022 The USCIS has published updated statistics about immigrant visa usage for the 2022 fiscal year. The reports indicate that, as of the end of July, the...

October Visa Bulletin Reveals Significant Retrogression In EB-2 India

Written on September 28, 2022.

October Visa Bulletin Reveals Significant Retrogression In EB-2 India September 28, 2022 The U.S. Department of State (DOS) recently released its Visa Bulletin for October 2022. The release shows considerable retrogression for employment-based...

Senators Raise Concern Over Work Authorization Delays for Ukrainian Refugees

Written on September 28, 2022.

Senators Raise Concern Over Work Authorization Delays for Ukrainian Refugees September 28, 2022 After Russia invaded Ukraine, thousands of Ukrainians came to the United States as refugees. However, many of these individuals are still waiting for...

Highlights From USCIS End of FY2022 Employment Based Adjustment of Status FAQ

Written on September 27, 2022.

Highlights From USCIS End of FY2022 Employment Based Adjustment of Status FAQ September 27, 2022 The COVID-19 pandemic still affects applicants’ requests for adjustments of status for legal permanent residence. In addition to the pandemic,...

Could Remote I-9 Document Examination Be Here to Stay?

Written on September 27, 2022.

Could Remote I-9 Document Examination Be Here to Stay? September 27, 2022 As employers continue adapting to the remote and hybrid workplace, keeping an eye on one of the biggest challenges to fully remote onboarding grows increasingly crucial....

Lawsuit Claims DHS Is Failing to Comply With Court Ordered 30-Day Timeline for Work Visas

Written on September 27, 2022.

Lawsuit Claims DHS Is Failing to Comply With Court Ordered 30-Day Timeline for Work Visas September 27, 2022 Immigration advocacy groups recently requested a federal judge in Maryland to rule in their favor in a lawsuit. The filed suit concerns...

USCIS Issues New Guidance Regarding STEM Professional

Written on September 26, 2022.

USCIS Issues New Guidance Regarding STEM Professionals September 26, 2022 The United States Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently updated its guidance and initiatives concerning STEM professionals (science, technology, engineering,...

Department of Homeland Security Releases Final Version of DACA Rule

Written on September 26, 2022.

Department of Homeland Security Releases Final Version of DACA Rule September 26, 2022 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a final rule codifying the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. This new rule, which...

USCIS Settlement Agreement Means EB-5 Investors Can Now File for Green Cards

Written on September 26, 2022.

USCIS Settlement Agreement Means EB-5 Investors Can Now File for Green Cards September 26, 2022 The USCIS reached an agreement with EB-5 Regional Centers to settle two lawsuits. The Regional Centers filed these suits with claims that the USCIS...