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.
ACICS Accreditation Loss May Affect STEM OPT, H-1B, and I-140 Applicants
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released the following statement on November 1, 2022. As the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) is no longer recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education, individuals in various programs may be affected, with the possibility of losing their status under various immigration programs.
Previously Filed EB-1 and EB-2 Form I-140 Petitions to Be Included in USCIS Premium Processing
EB-1 and EB-2 Form I-140 will be eligible for premium processing, per the USCIS. The change will be rolled out in phases. Read the article to find out how this can affect you.