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In a major development, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is set to introduce online organizational accounts and online filing for Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, specifically for H-1B petitioners for fiscal year (FY) 2025. Key Updates for Users All legal representative account holders, organizations with an H-1B registrant account, and new users … Read more
H-2B Returning Worker Visas: The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has achieved the cap for additional H-2B visas designated for returning workers in the first half of fiscal year 2024. Returning Worker Allocation Exhausted: Ongoing Acceptance for Nonimmigrant Workers: Exemptions from Congressional Cap: Immediate Implementation of FY 2024 Temporary Final Rule (TFR): Country-Specific Allocation … Read more
In the intricate landscape of U.S. immigration, the I-129S form plays a pivotal role for employers seeking to classify noncitizen employees as L-1 nonimmigrant intracompany transferees. Specifically designed for executives, managers, or specialized knowledge professionals, the I-129S is utilized under a previously approved blanket L petition. This article provides an insightful guide to understanding and … Read more
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently updated Form I-690, titled “Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.” This form is essential for individuals seeking a waiver of inadmissibility as part of their application for adjustment of status under specific sections of … Read more
On Dec. 13, 2023, The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) took significant steps to extend the re-registration periods for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for several countries, including El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Sudan. In a Federal Register notice, DHS reiterated and extended the periods allowing current TPS beneficiaries to re-register under the existing designations … Read more
On January 5, 2024, USCIS issued policy guidance regarding the “ability to pay” requirement for Adjustment of Status applicants changing employers. The new policy guidance issued by USCIS regarding the analysis of an employer’s ability to pay the proffered wage for certain employment-based immigrant visa classifications, particularly when workers change employers. Employers must demonstrate their … Read more
USCIS Updates: On 12 December 2023, the US immigration services and the USCIS updated its family-based conditional requirements. Here’s the update for Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence. The updates clarify that a noncitizen’s conditional permanent resident status expires due to failure to file Form I-751 timely. They may be eligible to adjust … Read more
Renounce US Citizenship: Leaving your U.S. citizenship is a significant and complex decision, and if you made this decision, you are definitely ready for all the challenges of renouncing US citizenship. To renounce your U.S. citizenship, you must have a passport and citizenship from another country, and If you don’t, then the authorities have the … Read more
Becoming a U.S. citizen involves meeting specific eligibility criteria and following a process outlined by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Here are the general requirements: 5 Requirements to Become a U.S. Citizen Becoming a United States citizen is easier if you are a green card holder. Green card holders who want citizenship can … Read more
US Immigration Numbers by Year: Lots of people come to live in the United States every year. Immigration is an important part of the country. People from different countries and cultures arrive here, which creates a diverse culture in the United States. Over time, immigrants from Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and more have all … Read more