Policy Requiring Amended H-1B Petition for Work Location Change Stands

Employers are required to continue filing amended H-1B petitions when their employers change their work location, per a Circuit court finding.


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Anticipating Phase 2 of The Welcome Corps Program and Overdue Reunions

Anticipation grows as many eagerly await updates on the Welcome Corps Program. ILBSG is closely monitoring all updates associated with the Welcome Corps Program to update all…


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Several Updates to Employment-Based Visas Announced

Several updates on employment-based visas have been announced, including H-1B, prevailing wages, L-1 visas, and more. More detailed announcements are expected in the coming…


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Supreme Court Finds in Favor of Ban on Encouraging Illegal Immigration

Encouraging illegal immigration to the United States is a federal crime per the U.S. Supreme Court. The Court agreed with the U.S. Justice Department in the reversal of a lower…


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Supreme Court Supports Deportation For Obstruction Without Active Issue

The U.S. Supreme Court found that crimes including obstruction of justice are deportable offenses, whether there is an active law enforcement investigation or court case pending…


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Welcome Corps Welcomes First Group of Refugees

The first group of refugees to be privately sponsored through the Welcome Corps program arrived in the U.S. on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. The goal is to support over 5,000 refugees…


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TPS Status Extension Details Announced

DHS announced details on the extension availability for TPS status for individuals from El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. Strict date requirements apply.


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DACA Program Remains in Limbo on 11th Anniversary

On DACA's 11th anniversary, the program remains in limbo. The DACA program is the subject of ongoing legal debate and is currently under considering in a federal court in Texas.


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USCIS Issues Guidance on Employment Authorization Documents And Compelling Circumstances

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released policy guidance outlining eligibility criteria for initial and renewal applications for Employment Authorization…


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TPS Program Extension For Qualifying Individuals

DHS announced the TPS program is extended to 2025 for qualifying individuals from El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal. Strict date requirements apply.


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