USCIS Updating Communications to Clarify Case Processing Wait Times

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is updating communications processes to provide simple and easy access for individuals to track their case. The updates are…


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EB-5 Program Challenges and Legal Issues

Elements of the EB-5 investor visa program are under review. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services stated that each regional center must be reauthorized. Current projects…


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Automatic Extension Period Increased for Employment Authorization for Qualifying Applicants

The extension period for some employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) increases to a maximum of 540 days. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services…


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CBP Suggests I-94 Submission Prior to U.S. Land Border Arrival

The U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) is seeing higher entrance levels at U.S. ports of entry. As such, wait times have increased. To combat a growing wait time, CBP recommends…


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Updates for U.S. Visa Processing for India Nationals

The demand for travel to the U.S. from India is seeing a surge, both for personal and business purposes. The U.S. consular offices have continued to issue visas throughout the…


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DHS Extends Form I-9 Requirement Flexibility

DHS announced the extension of Form I-9 for qualifying individuals. The original flexibility was set to expire on April 20, 2022, and is extended to October 31, 2022. The…


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Practice Pointer: Related Entities and the H-1B

The H-1B program requirements can be complex to navigate, particularly for companies that are part of a larger employer group. Related entities must be considered when making…


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Practice Pointer: Concurrent H-1B Employment Frequently Asked Questions

With the post-pandemic reality of long-term remote or hybrid work, many employees are enjoying increased flexibility in the workplace. This flexibility can create new…


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DHS Extends COVID Vaccination Requirements for Int’l Travelers

DHS has extended COVID vaccination requirements for all travelers to the U.S. via air, land, and sea ports. Temporary Title 19 requirements continue for non-U.S. travelers…


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COVID Guidelines Extended for Qualifying SEVP Students

The March 2020 Covid guidelines for the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) have been extended to the 2022-2023 academic year. As such, an extension for attending classes…


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