On June 29, 2021, the State Department announced that it would extend the validity of previously approved National Interest Exceptions (NIEs) for travelers from certain countries, subject to restrictions. Under…
On April 30th, 2021 the Whitehouse issued A Proclamation on the Suspension of Entry as Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting Coronavirus Disease 2019 which,…
The J-1 Exchange Visitor visa typically includes a requirement that the IMG return to their home country upon conclusion of their U.S. medical training. There are, however circumstances where a waiver of this requirement may be obtained, including through their work in a so-called qualified position or “J-1 Waiver job”. IMGs working in the U.S. on J-1 visas vs. other non-immigrant visas, has increased from roughly 50% to 80% over the past several years, thus, the competition for J-1 waiver jobs has intensified. IMGs on J-1 visas who wish to pursue careers in the U.S. after their residency or fellowship ends must either find employment which qualifies them for a waiver of the 2 year home residency requirement or qualify for a waiver due to hardship or persecution.
With the upcoming end of the school year, and the beginning of the summer vacation season, many foreign national employees are seeking to travel to their home countries, perhaps for…
A frequent question we receive (and a frequent issue that arises when travel occurs without notifying us and/or your program sponsor) is: “Can a J-1 Exchange Student (and J-2 dependents,…
On March 19, 2020, DHS announced a new policy which deferred the requirement for employers to review original documents presented by employees to prove their identity and authorization to work in the…
Maggio Kattar recently successfully assisted an HIV-positive, gay man obtain permanent residence based on marriage to a U.S. citizen, after many years of being unable to come to this country….
On March 8, 2021, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security designated Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status(TPS) for 18 months, until September 2022. Venezuelan nationals (and individuals without nationality who last…
Effective immediately, information required solely by the August 14, 2019 Public Charge Final Rule will no longer be required on certain immigration filings. Adjustment of Status applicants will no longer…
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