The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has made changes to how it awards the H-1B visa. The department is replacing the random lottery for selecting visa recipients with a wage-weighted selection process. This finalized rule, which takes effect on February...
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Pause in immigration applications from specific countries
Immigration into the United States is something that is a dream of many people, but it has recently become much more complex for some people. Recently, the U.S. decided to pause immigration applications from certain countries, including Cuba, Venezuela, Haiti, Iran...
How might proposed public charge changes affect immigrants?
Immigrants applying for permanent residence or those seeking a visa for the U.S. are often subject to public charge considerations, where immigration officials evaluate whether the applicant is likely to become dependent on government benefits. The historical...
3 reasons you may receive a travel ban
Travel bans can affect your ability to enter or leave certain countries. You may wonder if something in your past or present situation could lead to a restriction. Because many governments review background information when issuing visas or entry permits, even minor...
How has the naturalization test changed?
Naturalization is how immigrants become citizens. They submit paperwork, pay a fee, attend an interview and undergo a test to acquire United States citizenship. They also need to take an oath. The process is lengthy, but it can grant immigrants certain legal rights...
¿Los beneficiarios de DACA en Florida aún están protegidos contra la deportación?
La Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (DACA, por sus siglas en inglés) ha proporcionado un escudo contra la deportación para muchos jóvenes inmigrantes en Florida y en todo Estados Unidos. Sin embargo, los desarrollos recientes han introducido...
Datos sobre el examen de ciudadanía estadounidense que pueden tranquilizarte
Convertirse en ciudadano estadounidense es un acontecimiento emocionante. Sin embargo, uno de los pasos claves en este camino es el examen de naturalización, que evalúa el conocimiento de los solicitantes sobre la historia y el gobierno del país, así como sus...
Is an enhanced ICE presence headed to South Florida?
According to the General Services Administration (GSA), certain targeted cities in Florida may soon see additional federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents coming to their areas. The government is seeking office space to rent for an additional 70...
Expanded authority given to some USCIS agents
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that select officers in the agency will have expanded authority. While this may not seem significant, it is a major shift in how certain immigration matters, including violations, will...
Neighborhood checks for citizenship applications restored
Before the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) was formed in March 2003, the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) oversaw the immigration process and activities. And one of their functions was to conduct a neighborhood investigation for an...
