Updates to IER Investment and Revenue Threshold

USCIS updated the International Entrepreneur Rule or IER investment and revenue threshold figures, as required by law. The process is completed every three years. No fee change is…


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H-1B and L-1 Visa Fee Rule Legality Questioned

Immigration attorneys are challenging the DHS proposed H-1B and L-1 visa fee rule that requires some employers to pay the biometric fee for extension of stay requests.


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Employment Immigration Plans for Rest of Year from White House

The White House released their employment immigration plans for the balance of 2024, including H-1B and H-2 updates, among others.


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USCIS Updates Guidance on U.S. Citizenship for Children

USCIS updated guidance in the Policy Manual for U.S. citizenship for children. Specific qualifications and processes are clarified and effective immediately.


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Green Card Process for Mixed-Status Families Opens August 19

Applications for lawful permanent residence status, or a green card, open August 19, 2024, for noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens. Certain qualifications apply. Do not apply…


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U.S. Southwest Border Encounters Drop by Over 50 Percent in Six Weeks

Encounters between ports of entry at the U.S. southwest border dropped by over 50% since President Biden's executive order suspending asylum processing when certain thresholds are…


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U.S. Mayors Endorse Proposed Heartland Visa

A proposed new employment-based visa program, the Heartland Visa, aims to attract foreign highly skilled workers to the heartland of the U.S. The proposal is endorsed by the U.S.…


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Yemen Temporary Protected Status Extended

The Temporary Protected Status for Yemen has been extended. The program is extended for 18 months, from September 4, 2024, to March 3, 2026. Specific qualifications apply.


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CBO Finds Immigration Boosts U.S. Economy

Immigration is shown to boost the U.S. economy per a report from the Congressional Budget Office. The benefit includes an increase in the labor pool and increased consumer…


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USCIS Updates Entrepreneur Visa Program

USCIS released updated information about the International Entrepreneur Rule and parole program, including clarifying requirements and qualifying evidence.


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