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It is important for immigrants to know the difference between the various EB visas that are available for workers. For instance, some require a labor certification approved by the Department of Labor (DOL), while others do not. For those who are considering...
There’s no doubt that this is a challenging time for those who want to come to the U.S. to work – whether temporarily for a specific project or seasonal work or as a longer-term career move. The fact is that many people have skills, education and/or work experience...
For years, the family reunification parole program offered certain families a temporary solution to lengthy visa delays. It allowed qualifying relatives of U.S. citizens and permanent residents from selected countries to travel to the U.S. sooner and remain lawfully...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...