LATEST NEWS ON IMMIGRATION
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November 2017 -
H-1B Premium Processing Resumes // “Preconceived Intent” Rule // Work Authorization Form and SSN Request // APPLICATION FINAL ACTION DATES and DATES FOR FILING VISA APPLICATIONS—NOVEMBER 2017
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October 2017 -
On September 5, 2017, President Trump ordered the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to be phased out in six months and Congress to pass a solution for the “Dreamers.”
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September 2017 -
When will Premium Processing resume for H-1B petitions? / How do I renew my green card? Do I have to apply for U.S. citizenship? / DATES FOR FILING VISA APPLICATIONS, APPLICATION FINAL ACTION DATES
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August 2017 -
How do I apply for a green card after having a U visa? / I am 18 years old and eligible for a U visa. Can I sponsor parents, siblings? / Who can be an interpreter for a green card interview?
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July 2017 -
The latest on DAPA (Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents) / More on F1 change of status petitions: “bridge petition” / working while EAD renewal is pending
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June 2017 -
With an L-1 visa and an approved I-140, when can I file for my green card (I-485), as the category should be current? H-1B lottery? change of status from B-2 to F-1? Dates for June?
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May 2017 -
H-1B Cap Reached for Fiscal Year 2018 / USCIS Memo Unnerves IT Companies: memo makes it harder for companies to bring foreign technology workers to the U.S. using the H-1B visa process.
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April 2017 -
New policies increase immigration enforcement, speed deportations, and discourage new asylum seekers. A new office in DHS will work with victims of crimes committed by unauthorized immigrants.
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March 2017 -
Trump travel ban: Aftermath / Proposed changes to work & investment related visas / Proposed bill to significantly cut immigration / APPLICATION FINAL ACTION DATES & DATES FOR FILING VISA APPLICATIONS
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February 2017 -
Descriptions of two proposed acts: BRIDGE Act, to provide temporary protection to DACA, and the SAFE Act, which adds tough immigration enforcement measures. Old and new forms and dates of acceptance.