As many of you have probably seen, according to the February 2020 Visa Bulletin by the Department of State, the priority date for India for EB-5 category visas for regional centers is now September 1, 2018 (February 2020 Visa Bulletin). While this is great for Indian born applicants that have either now become current or...
Immigration Blog
Why is USCIS implementing an Electronic Registration process for cap-subject petitions for FY 2021? The electronic registration is intended to simplify the process of applying for a cap-subject petition by submitting a registration form online. In previous years USCIS has required Employers to submit an entire petition. By utilizing an online registration Employers will...
For the past 6 months, I have been encouraging clients to file Federal Lawsuits to overcome unreasonable delays in processing petitions and to overcome wrongful denials. I truly believe this is the only way to hold USCIS and the Department of State accountable. Recently I was contacted by a client who had received a 221g...
Dec52019
H-1B Specialty Occupation The H-1B visa is one of the most commonly used visas for companies looking to hire foreign talent. The H-1B is a dual- intent, non-immigrant visa, that requires a candidate to be working in a specialized knowledge position, that requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or higher in a specific field. H-1B...
Dec52019
Welcome to our H-1B FAQs! This guide provides quick answers to your questions about the H-1B visa program, covering eligibility, application processes, and key considerations for employers and employees. My Employer has filed an H-1B cap petition for me. When can I start work? Before you are permitted to start work you must be selected...
Recently I have found myself regularly consulting with clients on the pros and cons of taking day 1 CPT to enable a student to continue working. The typical scenario is when a student has exhausted their OPT/STEM OPT options and wants to continue working for the same employer. There are a handful of Universities offering...