January 2025 Visa Bulletin, Modest Advancement in EB-2 and EB-3 Categories

The January 2025 Visa Bulletin shows modest advancement in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories, with minor advancement for select countries in the family-based categories. Take action as…


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Exchange Visitor Visa, J-1, Residency Requirements Updated

U.S. Department of State announced changes to the residency requirement for J-1 Exchange Visitor visas from 34 countries. Qualifying individuals from these select countries are no…


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Qualifying Employment Authorization Document Renewal Extension Period Now Permanent

DHS announced the permanent extension of validity for timely filed renewals of employment authorization documents. The extension period is moved from up to 180 days to up to 540…


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Act Now to Prepare for Family-Based Immigration Changes

With the upcoming U.S. presidential inauguration, changes to family-based immigration are anticipated. The time to act is now to leverage current U.S. immigration policy for…


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USCIS Expands I-485 Requirements to Include Medical Exam, Immunizations

USCIS announced all Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, submissions must include Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and…


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International Students, Staff Urged to Return to U.S. Universities Prior to Trump Inauguration

Several U.S. universities are suggesting international students return to campus prior to President-elect Trump's inauguration due to uncertainty around potential changes to U.S.…


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DHS Affirms Lebanon Temporary Protected Status

DHS posted an update to the Federal Register for Lebanon Temporary Protected Status. Registration for the program runs from November 27, 2024 through May 27, 2026. The program…


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H-1B Spousal Work Permit Challenge Stopped

The group challenging H-1B spousal work permits asked the full DC Circuit Court to reconsider their earlier finding that upheld the program, which the DC Circuit Court denied,…


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State Immigration Powers May See Support Under Trump Nominee

President-elect Trump's nominee for Attorney General, Pam Biondi, has supported state immigration enforcement laws in her previous roles, making it seemingly likely if confirmed,…


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The Future of H4 EAD: Potential Elimination Under Second Trump Term

As we head towards a second Trump term, coupled with Republican control of both chambers of Congress, it is more likely than ever before that the government will pass sweeping…


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