Immigration Blog
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Processing Times for Non-Immigrant Filings
Processing times are fairly quick for employer petitions looking to hire H1-B workers in the U.S., however much longer wait times apply for non-immigrants in certain categories who are looking to extend their non-immigrant stay in the U.S., especially for F and M university students.
How the USCIS Aids Those Who Experience Unforeseen Circumstances
The USCIS is able to accommodate those who have experienced some unforeseen circumstances during their immigration process. Such applicants need to contact the USCIS and clearly explain the nature of their situation.
Are You Seeking a Work Permit as an H4 Dependent?
H4 dependents are eligible for work permits so long as they are their H1-B partner is seeking a green card or has an approved I-140 alien petition in the U.S.
What Happens if your USCIS Application is Administratively Closed
The USCIS can request to re-open an approved naturalization application (N-400) if they find troubling evidence on behalf of the applicant or if the applicant no-shows their Oath of Allegiance Here are some important considerations if this happens to you.
USCIS Expands Criteria for National Interest Waiver (NIW) Candidates
The USCIS has expanded their NIW criteria for highly skilled individuals in the science and technology fields. Those applying for an NIW can forgo the Department of Labor’s lengthy certification process.
USCIS Will Now Accept Dated Medical Exam Records
The 60 day rule for medical exams has been waived in order to create more efficiencies in processing green card applications.
What is a Good Resource for NIW Applicants?
Looking at the advantages of using an online publishing platform for research and publication sharing.
Which Forms had the Fastest Processing Time, 2021?
Applicant processing times can vary significantly depending on whether one is seeking temporary admission to the United States, filing for a waiver of inadmissibility, or seeking a family based benefit.
Understanding Immigrant Mobility in 2022
Mobility in terms of overcoming obstacles and increasing incomes is an important subject when it comes to understanding U.S. immigration.
Tech Companies Want New Rules for Children of Highly Skilled Visa Holders
One way to help highly skilled workers who want to move to the United States is to create a more flexible policy for their children to remain in the U.S. past the age of 21.
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