Visa Applications Denied Due to Travel Ban Can Reapply
Individuals whose visa applications were denied due to the Trump administration’s travel restrictions on people from Muslim-majority countries can reapply for their visas.
Pilot Program for Domestic Renewal of H-1B and L Visa Announced
A pilot program from the U.S. Department of State will begin later this year allowing visa renewal options for qualifying H-1B and L visa holders who are currently required to travel to have their documents renewed.
Extension to Validity Dates of Permanent Resident Cards, Form I-751 and I-829
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a 48-month extension to the validity period of Permanent Resident Cards for qualifying individuals. Below is the full announcement. Begin USCIS Announcement USCIS is extending the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (PRC) for petitioners who properly file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, or Form I‑829, […]
Feds Must Continue to Address Timely Issuance of Special Immigration Visa
The federal government must continue to address delays in the issuance of special immigration visas (SIVs) for qualifying Afghan and Iraqui individuals even as they challenge the requirement in courts.
Welcome Corps: U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents May Now Sponsor Refugees
The Welcome Corps is a program set up by the U.S. Department of State to enable groups of individual Americans to sponsor a refugee and help them resettle in a community in the U.S.
PERM In Process: What Employees Can Do While Awaiting Approval
Waiting for your PERM application submitted by your employer to be approved? Take some proactive steps to help the process along when ready.
PERM in Process: What Employers Can Do While Awaiting Approval
The PERM application/I-140 petition is an offer of future employment. The Department of Labor (DOL) focuses on the offered position and if U.S. workers were fairly apprised. USCIS then verifies that the Employer meets the requirements to offer the position to the Employee and verifies that the Employee has the qualifications necessary to take the future position.
USCIS Policy Updates for Asylees and Refugees
USCIS recently announced a policy update that affects the adjustment of status applications filed by asylees and refugees. Residence requirements are outlined.
Potential Fix for Employment-Based Immigration Reported
The Biden administration has an option to extend the authorization for approved employment-based immigrant visa holders, as reported by Forbes. A 2016 memo outlines the potential legal basis to extend employment-authorization.
Parole Programs Available for Ukraine and some Central American Countries
Parole programs offer an individual, who may be inadmissible or otherwise ineligible for admission into the United States, the option to enter the United States on a temporary basis. From there, individuals can further apply for work authorization. Here, we highlight two currently available programs.