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USCIS Announces Premium Processing for F-1 OPT
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it will gradually expand its premium processing services to the F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) category in the coming weeks. This is a significant step toward improving the efficiency of the process and assisting foreign students in obtaining OPT status as soon as possible. After…
Read MoreCommon reasons for Travel Visa Denial & how to Avoid them
As the world becomes increasingly globalized, people are frequently traveling for business, pleasure, and other purposes. Obtaining a visa, on the other hand, can be a complex and sometimes intimidating process, and it can be especially frustrating if your visa application is denied. In this blog post, we will look at the most common reasons…
Read MoreTravel issues for Canadian working in Cannabis industry
Cannabis has been legalized in Canada since 2018 for both medical and recreational purposes. As a result, Canada’s cannabis industry has expanded significantly, creating new job opportunities for Canadians. Individuals working in the cannabis industry, on the other hand, may face unique challenges when visiting the United States. Marijuana remains illegal under US federal law,…
Read MoreUpdated USCIS Policy for Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) Age Calculation
The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) is a crucial immigration law provision that provides relief to children who would otherwise reach the age of majority and lose eligibility for certain immigration benefits. Under CSPA, the age of a child is “frozen” when the initial application for certain immigration benefits, such as adjustment of status to…
Read MoreThe State Department to Launch Pilot Program for H & L Visa Renewal in the US
The H-1B & L-1 visas are most popular visas for foreign workers in the United States. When it comes time to renew the visa, however, foreign workers have traditionally been required to leave the country and apply for a new visa at a US consulate abroad. This procedure can be time-consuming, costly, and inconvenient for…
Read MoreThe Importance of Understanding 212(a)(7)(A)(i)(I) Determination
212(a)(7)(A)(i)(I) is a section of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) that outlines the criteria for inadmissibility of foreign nationals seeking to enter or remain in the United States. This section relates to determining whether a foreign national is likely to become a “public charge[1]” in the United States or not having proper paperwork to…
Read MoreTimelines for filing H-1B under “Master’s Cap”
As the fiscal year 2024 (FY2024) H-1B cap season begins, foreign nationals and employers should be aware of some important details about the H-1B advanced-degree exemption, also known as the “master’s cap“. Those who are eligible for the master’s cap can take advantage of this exemption; however, if a petition is filed under the master’s…
Read MoreRedesigned Green Card and Employment Authorization Document to be issued soon
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced new designs today to improve the security of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). The redesigned cards will be issued by USCIS on January 30, 2023. The new Green Card and EAD designs use cutting-edge technology to protect national…
Read MoreH-1B Cap Initial Registration for FY 2024 Opens on March 1
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced the start of registration for H-1B cap cases for the upcoming fiscal year. The H-1B cap will be opened at noon Eastern on March 1 and will close at noon Eastern on March 17, 2023. This is a critical opportunity for employers and foreign workers to apply…
Read MoreUSCIS Extends Green Card Validity with a Pending Form I-751 or Form I-829
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it is extending the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) for petitioners who properly file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, or Form I-829, Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status, for 48 months beyond the…
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