FY 2026 H-1B Cap : Initial Selections Complete
USCIS has announced that the initial selections for the FY 2026 H-1B cap have been completed, including the advanced degree exemption (master’s cap). Filing for H-1B cap-subject petitions may begin…
Staying Compliant with I-9 Rules Amid Changing Work Authorization Policies
Introduction:The landscape of work authorization for certain nonimmigrant populations—especially those with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) or parole-based status—is changing rapidly. Recent DHS announcements have shortened or revoked automatic extensions, leaving…
DHS Announcement: Renewed Focus on Existing Alien Registration Requirements
On February 25, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reiterated its commitment to enforcing the longstanding alien registration requirement under Section 262 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)…
Rollback of Expanded Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Interview Waiver Program
If you’re applying for a U.S. nonimmigrant visa, be aware that many U.S. consulates are tightening eligibility for interview waivers, rolling back the expanded criteria that had been in place…
USCIS Announces H-1B Cap Registration Period for FY 2026
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that the initial registration period for the FY 2026 H-1B cap will open at noon ET on March 7, 2025, and close…
DHS Rescinds Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela
On January 29, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem announced the rescission of the previously granted 18-month extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela. As…
USCIS Updates Guidance on EB-2 National Interest Waiver Petitions
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued updated guidance on EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, offering clarity on eligibility criteria and the petition process. This update is…
USCIS Announces Extensions to Temporary Protected Status for Certain Countries
USCIS Announces Extensions to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) On January 10, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced 18-month extensions of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals from several…
540-day Automatic Extension Period for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) Made a Permanent Rule
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that the temporary rule increasing the automatic extension period for certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) from 180 days to 540 days has now…