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FY 2025 H-1B Cap Season: Key USCIS Updates
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has unveiled significant updates for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 H-1B cap season. These changes, integral to U.S. employers and foreign professionals, reflect the evolving landscape of the H-1B visa program, a cornerstone for skilled workers seeking opportunities in the United States. This blog post delves into the…
Read MoreTop Mistakes in B-1/B-2 Visa to Marriage Based Green Card
Navigating the process of obtaining green card in the United States from a B-1/B-2 visitor visa through marriage can be a complex and challenging journey. It’s fraught with potential missteps that can significantly impact the outcome of your application. This blog post highlights the top 10 mistakes to avoid in this delicate process, ensuring a…
Read MoreWhat to Do If You Lose Your Green Card While Traveling Abroad
For many individuals holding a U.S. green card, the thought of losing it while traveling abroad can be a source of significant stress and uncertainty. This vital document is not just a proof of your residency status but a key that allows you to re-enter the United States. In the unfortunate event that you find…
Read MoreGreen Card Approval When Priority Date Not Current
Navigating the U.S. immigration system can be complex, especially when unexpected scenarios arise. Recently, the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) reported a peculiar situation: some applicants have received Green Card approvals even when their priority dates were not current. This blog post delves into this issue, highlighting the potential challenges and offering guidance for affected…
Read MoreUSCIS Revises ‘Ability to Pay’ Criteria for Employment Based Visas
The landscape of employment-based immigration is constantly evolving, and keeping abreast of these changes is crucial for employers and immigrants alike. A significant aspect of this process involves establishing an employer’s ability to pay the proffered wage to beneficiaries under specific employment-based immigrant visa classifications. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently updated its…
Read MoreUSCIS to Increase Premium Processing Fee
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant update that impacts many seeking expedited processing of their immigration-related applications. Effective from February 26, 2024, there will be an increase in the filing fee for Form I-907, known as the Request for Premium Processing. This change, influenced by inflation rates and aimed at…
Read MoreH-1B Visa Renewal Program Details
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has introduced a pilot program for the renewal of H-1B visas within the United States. This significant development is set to officially launch on January 29, 2024. The program, however, is characterized by its stringent eligibility criteria. Who Can Apply? The eligibility for this pilot program is quite specific.…
Read MoreChallenges with the New US Visa Scheduling System
In the past few weeks, several posts worldwide—including those in India, Australia, South Korea, and Japan—have switched from the US Traveldocs system to a new platform for appointment scheduling: US Visa Scheduling. As visa applicants navigate this change, a myriad of issues have arisen. We had previously reported about this in our blog Visa Appointment…
Read MoreDelayed Medicals Impact on Immigrant Visa at the USCON in Sydney, Australia
For those dreaming of living in the United States, navigating the immigrant visa process can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. While you’re eagerly waiting to start your new life, even the smallest hiccup can set you back, causing delays and endless stress. One such hiccup many applicants overlook is the significance of timely medical exam…
Read MoreProposed Changes to the H-1B Program: Quick Summary
On October 23, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will publish a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register concerning the H-1B visa program which may also impact other nonimmigrant classifications, like F-1, L-1, O, R-1, E-3, TN, etc. While these proposed rules are not yet in effect and are open for…
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