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The U.S. Adjusts its Covid-19 Policy for Some International Travellers
Green card holders and U.S. citizens returning back to the United States from Ukraine are subject to a negative Covid-19 test exemption based on the national interest.
How to Know your Priority Date for Visa Processing
Your priority date is also the receipt date when the USCIS received your immigrant petition. You should keep this date handy so you know exactly when a visa number will become available per the State Department Visa bulletin.
Updated Processing Times for Work Permit (EAD) Applications
A backlog still persists for many classes of non-immigrants seeking a work permit this year. Spouses of H1B visa holders can expect to wait at least 8 months for a work permit.
Visa Bulletin Updates for March, 2022
This months visa bulletin features some small advances for employment-based visa applicants, as well as retrogression in some categories. In addition, two employment-based visas have become unavailable, signaling that some visas have already been used for FY 2022.
EB-5 Investor Program Set to Return with New Rules
The U.S. government is looking to revamp the EB-5 investor program with new rules that allow for concurrent adjustment of status filing and provisions for derivative family members.
Should you Avoid Level-4 Travel Destinations?
While many international travellers ignore the State Department’s warning system, it’s 4-tiered approach is a reminder of the potential risks while travelling abroad.
USCIS Expands Premium Processing Services
Premium processing will become part of an expanded effort so that the USCIS can better address those who are seeking key benefits like working authorization in the U.S.
What is Kentaji Brown’s Immigration Record?
Kentaji Brown has been nominated to the Supreme Court. In terms of immigration, she has a record of defending immigrants seeking certain benefits while living in the United States.
Is the Public Charge Rule Still in Effect? What you Need to Know
The Trump era public charge ruling has been effectively thrown out, and replaced by the 1999 version. While the 1999 version of the rule is perhaps more lenient on immigrants, there are still key provisions to take into account when seeking an adjustment of status.
Is Immigration Becoming More Inclusive?
Backlogged cases are often cited as the reason immigration doesn’t work, yet several policy prescriptions being finalized show that progress has also been made.
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