Immigration policies in the United States are going through a positive shift, particularly for foreign workers in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) sectors. Recent data from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) indicates a notable increase in visa and green card approvals for STEM professionals. This encouraging development is largely attributed to revised eligibility criteria for two key visa categories: the O-1 visa and the EB-2 visa with a national interest waiver. O-1 Visa & EB-2 Visa  The O-1 visa category, designed for individuals who demonstrate ..read more

 Marriage connects not just two individuals but often bridges the gap between different countries. In the United States, marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident opens the door for the foreign spouse to apply for a marriage-based green card. This process allows the foreign spouse to live and work in the U.S. permanently, creating a foundation for families to start their new lives together. The process of the Petition for Alien Relative primarily serves couples in transnational marriages where one partner is a U.S. citizen, but can also extend to certain immediate family mem ..read more

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced on January 30, 2024, that:    The initial registration period for the  FY 2025 H-1B cap will open at noon Eastern on  March 6, 2024, and run through noon  Eastern on March 22, 2024. During this period, prospective petitioners and  their representatives, if applicable, must use a  USCIS online account to register each beneficiary electronically for  the selection process and pay the associated registration  fee for each  beneficiary.     On Feb. 28, 2024, USCIS will launch the  previously announced new organizational ac ..read more

It is H-1B Cap Season again for Fiscal Year 2025. Like in prior years, there will be a two-step process – the registration step and then, if the registration is selected in the H-1B cap lottery, the petition step.  Now is the time to start getting ready for the registration process and to review any potential H-1B petition issues. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will again use the electronic registration tool as part of the H-1B lottery process. The 2019 regulations introduced this electronic registration process, requiring employers first to file registrations seeking the oppor ..read more

The path to establishing roots and building a career in the United States often feels labyrinthine, more so when you're transplanting your entire existence from foreign shores. If you're a U.S. resident poised to welcome your fiancé(e) from abroad or a non-U.S. native engaged to an American, the K-1 Fiancé Visa could be your bridge to a reunion. With clear information, you can make informed decisions about your immigration journey, delve into eligibility stipulations, and chart the application trajectory. The K-1 Fiancé Visa Explained The K-1 Fiancé Visa, exclusive to U.S. citizens and not ac ..read more

On October 17, 2023, the US Department of State (DOS) sent a Federal Register Notice to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs for review, proposing that certain H1-B candidates will not have to travel overseas to renew their visas. Sending a notice to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs is a preliminary step before publishing a proposed rule in the Federal Register. While the rule has not been published yet, one can only speculate regarding the eligibility criteria and other details regarding the rule. The general consensus seems to indicate that this pilot program woul ..read more

On September 27, 2023, the Biden Administration announced Israel’s entry into the Visa Waiver program. Starting November 30, 2023, Israeli citizens will be able to travel to the US without the need to obtain a B-1/B-2 Visa at a US Consulate. The Visa Waiver Program, recognized worldwide, offers eligible citizens of participating countries a streamlined pathway to enter the United States for tourism, business meetings, or family visits for a period not exceeding 90 days. The traditional visa application process is replaced with a more straightforward Electronic System for Travel Authorization ..read more

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