Plans to Process Record Number of Indian Visas in 2023

Plans are underway to increase the number of Indian visas processed in hopes of setting a new annual record. In 2022, a return to pre-pandemic levels was achieved for student…


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EB-2 to EB-3 “Downgrades”: How Filing Early Could Speed Up Your Green Card Process

ILBSG recommends securing I-140 approvals under both EB-2 and EB-3 categories as soon as you can to avoid another rush like 2020 and the possibility of an unfavorable federal…


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USCIS Long Term Strategic Plan Announced

USCIS announced their long-term strategic plan for FY2023-2026. Three key goals are identified, including promoting effective and efficient management.


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FY 2024 H-1B Cap Initial Registration Period Opens on March 1, 2023

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that on March 1, 2023, the FY2024 H-1B cap initial registration period will open. See how our unique approach resulted in a…


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Chicago Attracting Laid-Off Foreign Tech Workers, H-1B Holders

Chicago is working to attract recently laid-off technology professionals. This is seen as a competitive advantage for employers in the city and suburbs of Chicago. A new website…


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The Compelling Circumstances EAD – One Year Stop Gap

With the recent layoffs in the tech industry, companies and individuals are facing uncertainty in terms of how to retain legal status to remain in the U.S. while job searching.…


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USCIS Extends Certain COVID-19 Flexibilities

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the continued flexibility for some COVID-19 flexibilities, through March 23, 2023. These flexibilities are extended to…


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Some Asylum Seekers Can Now File For Employment Authorization Online

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that qualifying individuals can not file the Application for Employment Authorization online. This is one of the organization's…


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USCIS to Reinstate Concurrent Processing for H-1B and L-1 Derivative Applications Including H-4 EADs

Concurrent processing will resume for H-1B and L-1 dependent applications as of January 25, 2023. Regaining concurrent processing is key to address ongoing backlogs.


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USCIS Announces Green Card Automatic Extension Availability

USCIS announced some green card holders are eligible for an automatic extension of the green card for an additional 48 months past the current expiration date.


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