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April 01, 2025
H-1B Cap Lottery Completed
Yesterday, on 3/31/2025, USCIS announced that the H-1B random selection (lottery) process has concluded and that it has informed registrants and attorneys of the selection results through “MyUSCIS” accounts.Alerts
March 31, 2025
Guidance for Travelers in the Current Immigration Climate
Given the uncertainty surrounding US immigration, fueled by reports of increased scrutiny and in some cases detention, international travel should be undertaken with caution.Alerts
February 28, 2025
DHS Announces Registration Requirements for Certain Noncitizens
This week, the Department of Homeland Security announced it will be enforcing an old federal statute to compel registration for noncitizens 14 years of age and older.Alerts
February 18, 2025
Alert: H-1B Cap Registration for FY2026 Begins Soon
The window for H-1B cap registration (AKA H-1B lottery) will begin Friday, March 7th at 9:00 AM (Pacific Standard Time), and close on Monday, March 24th at 9:00 AM (Pacific Standard Time).Alerts
February 14, 2025
DOS Restricts Interview Waiver Program Without Announcement
U.S. consulates have started restricting the previously expanded visa interview waiver program. Without publicly announcing a policy change, the Department of State suddenly changed the criteria for qualifying for an interview waiver.Alerts
February 04, 2025
Summary: H-1B Modernizing Rules
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a new regulation to “modernize” the H‑1B program. The new regulation is intended to update and streamline the H‑1B regulatory framework to align with contemporary workforce needs.Alerts
January 22, 2025
Trump Administration Issues New Executive Orders Overhauling Immigration Policies
As expected, the return of the Trump Administration has resulted in several developments that impact immigration, including employment-based, family-based, and humanitarian.Alerts
December 18, 2024
540-Day Automatic Extension for Certain EAD Renewal Applicants Made Permanent
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a final rule that will permanently increase the automatic extension period of Employment Authorization Document (EAD) from 180 to 540 days for Eligible applicants who file a timely application for...Alerts
November 19, 2024
Employment-Based Immigration Under Trump 2.0: What to Expect & What to Do
The first Trump administration tried to stem immigration, including employment-based immigration, by increasing scrutiny on USCIS petitions, instituting visa restrictions at U.S. Embassies and Consulates around the world, and instituting travel...Alerts
November 08, 2024
Premium Processing of Bundled I-539 and I-765 Applications May End in January 2025
Premium processing of H4/L2 I-539 and H4/L2 I-765 (Employment Authorization Document) applications have never been made available.Down