USCIS has recently announced that they are expanding “myProgress,” previously known as personalized processing times, to Forms I-765 and I-131. Applicants will now have the ability to track the progress of their applications through USCIS’s online platform. According to USCIS, myProgress provides applicants with access, in their online account, to personalized estimates of their wait…
Category Archives: Immigration Blog
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Understanding the Impact of F2A, EB-1 and EB-3 Retrogression on Employment and Family-Based Immigration
For anyone who follows and reads the visa bulletin you are probably used to receiving bad news. Visa retrogression is part and parcel of the visa bulletin and the later it gets in the year the worse the new usually becomes. The August, 2023 visa bulletin is no exception. The visa bulletin is a monthly…
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Reflections on the H-1B Cap Season FY2024
The H-1B visa program remains one of the most sought-after avenues for skilled foreign workers aspiring to contribute their expertise to the United States. With the annual cap on H-1B visas being 85,000, the competition during the cap season can be intense. In 2020, USCIS started an online registration process for H-1B cap cases, where…
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USCIS Expands Premium Processing: Faster Path to Change into F, M, or J Nonimmigrant Status
Premium processing for change of status applications is finally being made available to students, marking a significant development. Previously, transitioning from say a B-1/B-2 to F-1 status could take more than 18 months, leaving individuals unable to commence their studies and stuck in a state of uncertainty. Moreover, due to the prolonged processing time, USCIS…
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USCIS Introduces New Guidance on Compelling Circumstances for EAD: What You Need to Know
The compelling circumstances-based Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is a specific type of work permit issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued to beneficiaries of approved employment-based petitions and who cannot obtain the green card due to a backlog. It allows individuals who are in the United States on certain non-immigrant visa…
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Love Knows No Borders: Understanding the I-129F Fiancé Visa for International Couples
Love knows no borders in our interconnected world. When two people from different countries find love and envision a future together, navigating immigration laws can be a complex endeavor. However, the United States provides a solution through the I-129F Fiancé Visa, offering a pathway for couples to unite on American soil and build their lives…
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USCIS Uncovers Fraud in H-1B Registration Process: Steps Taken to Ensure Fairness and Transparency
USCIS recently confirmed the receipt of 780,884 registrations for FY 2024, marking an increase of about 62% from the previous year. This surge in registrations explains the low selection rates this year. This same agency also announced that it has verified the presence of collusion among technology companies who aim to improve the probability of…
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Bona-Fide Marriage or Marriage Fraud: What You Need to Know in Immigration Cases
When it comes to immigration cases, proving a bona-fide marriage can be critical. In fact, U.S. Citizenship, and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires evidence that the marriage is not fraudulent and entered into for the sole for the purpose of evading U.S. immigration laws. USCIS takes marriage fraud very seriously and has implemented various measures to…
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The L-1A Visa: The Fastest Path to Green Card for Indian Nationals
The L-1A visa is a popular option for Indian nationals who want to obtain a green card and become permanent residents of the United States. Here are some reasons why the L-1A is considered the fastest way to a green card for Indian nationals. First, the L-1A visa is specifically designed for executives and managers…
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Demystifying Form I-864: A Comprehensive Guide to Completing the Affidavit of Support for U.S. Immigration Sponsorship
Financial sponsorship is a crucial aspect of the immigration process, especially in family-based cases, e.g., spousal, parent, and sibling petitions. This form is used to establish the relationship between a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and their foreign relative who is seeking to immigrate to the United States. Here are the key points to understanding…