USCIS Announces Extension of Some Employment Authorization Documents

The maximum period of validity for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for qualifying individuals is extended to 5 years, per USCIS. Some requirements apply.


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Israel Added to Visa Waiver Program

Israel is added to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for travel to the U.S. Individuals from countries in the VWP program have the option to apply for travel to the United States for…


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Prompt Response to RFEs for Employment-Based Visa Emphasized

Individuals who receive a Request for Evidence (RFE) for Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, are urged to respond as soon as possible.


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Form I-539 Biometric Fees Exemption Begins Oct 1, 2023

Individuals filing a Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, no longer need to pay the $85 biometric services fees, effective October 1, 2023.


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Temporary Legal Status Granted to Thousands of Venezuelans in the US, Including Work Authorization

The Biden administration is granting temporary legal status to hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans already in the United States. This allows them to work.


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Proposed Updates to the H-2B Program Announced

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed an update to strengthen protections for temporary workers in the H-2A agricultural and H-2B nonagricultural worker programs.


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Immigration Policy Included in Federal Funding Debate

Proposals to fund the U.S. government, set to shut down on September 30, 2023, if a funding agreement is not reached, includes immigration policy elements.


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EB-1 Eligibility Clarification from Recent USCIS Policy Update

USCIS provided an update to the EB-1 Extraordinary Ability visa. This summary provides important details on the update and how best to pursue this visa.


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October 2023 Visa Bulletin: Major Advancement for India Employment-Based Categories

The October 2023 Visa Bulletin shows dramatic updates, particularly for India Employment-Based cases. Other updates are noted.


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DACA Program Declared Unlawful by Texas Judge

The Biden Administration’s DACA program has been ruled illegal by a Texas federal judge. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) provides work authorization and protection…


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