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USCIS 'High-Risk' Country Policy Explained: An Analysis Of PM-602-0194 Nearly 60 Days Later
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USCIS Pauses Benefits for Applicants From ‘High-Risk’ Countries
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Supreme Court Asked To Weigh In Again On Venezuelan TPS Protections
Greenberg Traurig, LLP are most popular: within Insurance and Transport topic(s) The future of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans is once again before the U.S. Supreme Court. The Trump administration requested a stay of a lower court decision blocking its attempt to end TPS protections.
Supreme Court Asked to Weigh in Again on Venezuelan TPS Protections
The future of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans is once again before the U.S. Supreme Court. The Trump administration requested a stay of a lower court decision blocking its attempt to end TPS protections. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a humanitarian program that allows people from certain countries to stay in the U.S. if their home country is facing war, natural disasters, or other extraordinary crises. TPS holders are protected from deportation and receive work authorization.
Future of TPS Venezuelans Once Again Before US Supreme Court
The future of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans is once again before the U.S. Supreme Court. The Trump administration requested a stay of a lower court decision blocking its attempt to end TPS protections. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a humanitarian program that allows people from certain countries to stay in the U.S. if their home country is facing war, natural disasters, or other extraordinary crises. TPS holders are protected from deportation and receive work authorization.
DHS Secretary Noem Rescinds Extension Of Haiti's Temporary Protected Status
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USCIS Memo Pauses TPS, Asylum, EAD, Other Applications From Parolees
GT Greenberg Traurig, LLP More Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2750 attorneys in 49 locations in the United States, Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is a 2024 BTI “Leading Edge Law Firm” for delivering on client expectations for the future and is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100 and NLJ 500. Greenberg Traurig is Mansfield Rule Certified Plus by The Diversity Lab.
DHS Secretary Noem Deputizes State Department Officials As Immigration Officers
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem signed a memorandum deputizing up to 600 special agents within the State Department's Diplomatic Security Service across the country to help with arresting and deporting illegal immigrants, DHS announced Feb. 20, 2025.
DHS Secretary Noem Rescinds Extension of Haiti’s Temporary Protected Status
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem vacated a decision by the Biden administration to extend Haiti’s Temporary Protect Status (TPS) by 18 months. The vacatur states that Haiti’s TPS will end Aug. 3, 2025, unless extended. TPS is a type of immigration status available to nationals of certain designated countries that allows aliens, even if they entered the country illegally, the ability to reside temporarily in the United States.
USCIS Memo Pauses TPS, Asylum, EAD, Other Applications from Parolees
As confirmed by several news outlets and the American Immigration Lawyers’ Association, acting U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Andrew Davidson issued an internal memorandum Feb.
DHS Secretary Noem Deputizes State Department Officials as Immigration Officers
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem signed a memorandum deputizing up to 600 special agents within the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service across the country to help with arresting and deporting illegal immigrants, DHS announced Feb. 20, 2025.
USCIS Memo Pauses TPS, Asylum, EAD, Other Applications from Parolees
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USCIS Memo Pauses TPS, Asylum, EAD, Other Applications from Parolees
As confirmed by several news outlets and the American Immigration Lawyers’ Association, acting U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Andrew Davidson issued an internal memorandum Feb.
NVC Resolves Issues In CEAC Creating Error Messages
Immigration professionals and clients have been reporting technical issues and error messages they received when attempting to access cases at the National Visa Center (NVC) through the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) system. The NVC is part of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs and serves a clerical function in processing immigrant visa applications. The NVC's job is to prepare immigrant visa applications for consular officers to review and adjudicate.
Germany to Issue Oppurtunity Card for Temporary Residents
Skip to main content May 28, 2024 Volume XIV, Number 149 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News Germany | Opportunity card introduced Print Mail Download i Facebook Twitter Linkedin Pinterest Reddit Facebook Messenger Email Digg Print Mastodon X Buffer Flipboard The German government’s opportunity card will come into effect on June 1.
National Visa Center Technical Issues Have Been Resolved
Immigration professionals and clients have been reporting technical issues and error messages they received when attempting to access cases at the National Visa Center (NVC) through the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) system. The NVC is part of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs and serves a clerical function in processing immigrant visa applications. The NVC’s job is to prepare immigrant visa applications for consular officers to review and adjudicate.
NVC Resolves Issues in CEAC Creating Error Messages
Immigration professionals and clients have been reporting technical issues and error messages they received when attempting to access cases at the National Visa Center (NVC) through the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) system. The NVC is part of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs and serves a clerical function in processing immigrant visa applications. The NVC’s job is to prepare immigrant visa applications for consular officers to review and adjudicate.
Advance Parole Documents Issued In Error
U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently has issued some Advance Paroles with errors. The Advance Parole is a travel authorization document that permits certain applicants for adjustment of status (green card) or refugee/asylee status to return to the United States. It must be approved prior to travel outside the United States.
US Citizen and Immigration Services Issues Advance Paroles With E
U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently has issued some Advance Paroles with errors. The Advance Parole is a travel authorization document that permits certain applicants for adjustment of status (green card) or refugee/asylee status to return to the United States. It must be approved prior to travel outside the United States.
EB-5 - Filing Tip for Form I-526E Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor
This blog post provides stakeholders with a filing tip regarding Form I-526E, Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor. When filing Form I-526E, if the applicant has an existing My USCIS account number, it should be included in the I-526E application in order to check its status. USCIS’s systems may not be able to connect the I-526E to an existing account unless that number is included in the I-526E filing.
Opciones de visa y consideraciones fiscales para inversionistas y compañías latinoamericanas
La pandemia sigue impactando las economías de Latinoamérica, debido a la interrupción de la cadena de suministro global y la reducción en el comercio y el turismo. Esta situación económica de incertidumbre ha incrementado la inestabilidad social, que incluye cambios políticos y cuestiones generales de gobernabilidad en países como Venezuela, Chile, Perú y Argentina.
Pro Bono Spotlight: Lighting A Path For Venezuelan Nationals
The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program has been a critical lifeline for individuals fleeing countries plagued by natural disasters, armed conflicts, or other extraordinary conditions. In recent years, the political and economic crisis in Venezuela has led to an exodus of its citizens seeking refuge in the United States and other countries.
Private Space Activity and the Advantages of U.S. Patents for Protecting Space Inventions
In 2025, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is scheduled to once again bring man and machine to the lunar surface, this time under the name of the Greek goddess Artemis. However, the means to the ends have changed. The new Artemis missions lean more heavily on the aid of private space companies than their predecessor Apollo missions1, with private enterprises developing the systems, stations, and vehicles to make the ten proposed Artemis missions a reality.
Policy Update to Foreign Residency Requirement for J-1 Exchange Visitors
Skip to main content October 24, 2023 Volume XIII, Number 297 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News Policy Update to Foreign Residency Requirement for J-1 Exchange Visitors Print Mail Download i On Oct. 24, 2023, U. S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued updated policy guidance to its Policy Manual regarding the two-year foreign residence requirement for the nonimmigrant exchange visitor (J) visa classification.
Visa Options and Tax Considerations for Latin American Investors and Companies
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 The pandemic continues to impact Latin America’s economies, given global supply chain disruption and reduced trade and tourism. This uncertain economic state has increased social unrest, including political changes and overall governance issues in nations like Venezuela, Chile, Peru and Argentina.
Visa Options and Tax Considerations for Latin American Investors and Companies
The pandemic continues to impact Latin America’s economies, given global supply chain disruption and reduced trade and tourism. This uncertain economic state has increased social unrest, including political changes and overall governance issues in nations like Venezuela, Chile, Peru and Argentina.
Secretary Mayorkas Extends and Redesignates Temporary Protected Status for Ukraine
On Aug. 18, 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an 18-month extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukraine. This newly granted extension will run from Oct. 20, 2023, through April 19, 2025, due to the ongoing armed conflict in Ukraine preventing a safe return for its citizens. The TPS extension will allow approximately 26,000 current beneficiaries to retain TPS through April 19, 2025, if they continue to meet TPS eligibility requirements.
Stakeholder Reminder: CIS Ombudsman’s Office Reiterates Anticipated Timelines for F-1 EADs Post-Adjudication
As students from around the world settle into U.S. college campuses for the 2023/2024 academic year, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers a reminder about the timeline to produce expedited employment authorization documents (EADs) for F-1 students. The USCIS Ombudsman’s Office emphasizes that premium processing timelines are separate from EAD production timelines, according to an Aug. 15, 2023, post by the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
J-1 Visa Waiver Options for Physicians
Many international medical graduates come to the United States under a J-1 visa to pursue medical education, training, or a fellowship program. In most cases, the J-1 medical graduate will be subject to a two-year residency requirement if the program was financed by the U.S. government or if their country is designated by the U.S. Department of State as requiring services of certain skills.
Caterina Cappellari
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How to Complete USCIS Immigration Form I-9 in Remote-Work Scenarios
The American Immigration Lawyer’s Association (AILA), through its Verification and Documentation Liaison Committee (“Verification Committee”) recently issued an FAQ compiling updated information related to employment verification (I-9) compliance requirements during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The FAQ addresses the viable options for completing the Form I-9 in remote-work scenarios and the most current developments in each type of process.
USCIS Temporarily Increases Automatic Extension Period for Certain EAD Applicants
n May 3, 2022, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a temporary final rule (TFR) that increases the automatic extension period for expiring employment authorization documents (EAD) for renewal applicants in certain categories for up to 540 days. The TFR took immediate effect on May 4, 2022. The TFR specifically applies to those EAD categories currently eligible for automatic 180-day extensions of work authorization on the basis of timely filed renewals.
USCIS Announces Relief for Certain Applicants with Pending Work Authorization (EAD) Applications
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a Temporary Final Rule (TFR) that increases the automatic extension period for employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to up to 540 days. The increase seeks to avoid gaps in employment, providing relief for applicants with pending EAD renewal applications, given the lengthy processing times at USCIS.
DHS Increases Automatic Extension of Work Authorizations for Certain Individuals
As of May 4, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is increasing the automatic extension of work authorization from 180 days to 540 days for certain individuals. Currently, certain individuals with expiring employment authorization documents (EADs) can continue working for an additional 180 days as long as they have timely submitted for a replacement EAD and have been issued a receipt notice, I-797C, in the same employment eligibility category.
DHS ICE Extends Compliance Flexibility for Form I-9 Verification
On April 25, 2022, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency announced an extension of compliance flexibility related to Form I-9 employment eligibility verification requirements until October 31, 2022. ICE first announced this policy on March 20, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
USCIS Announces Relief for Certain Applicants with Pending Work Authorization (EAD) Applications
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a Temporary Final Rule (TFR) that increases the automatic extension period for employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to up to 540 days. The increase seeks to avoid gaps in employment, providing relief for applicants with pending EAD renewal applications, given the lengthy processing times at USCIS.
Sudan and South Sudan Temporary Protected Status Extended for 18 Months
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Rescission of USCIS Policy Memoranda in Favor of H-1B Petitioners in the IT Third Party Placement Industry
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Rescission of USCIS Policy Memoranda in Favor of H-1B Petitioners in the IT Third Party Placement Industry
On June 17, 2020, United States Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued Policy Memorandum (PM-602-0114) rescinding the following Policy Memoranda, which was the basis of many challenges and denials against H-1B petitioners in the IT third party placement industry: Determining Employer-Employee Relationship for Adjudication of H-1B Petitions, Including Third-Party Site Placements, issued Jan.
A Win for H-1B Companies in the IT Third-Party Placement Industry
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A Win for H-1B Companies in the IT Third-Party Placement Industry
In a decision issued March 10, 2020, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia rejected U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) policies against H-1B visa holders. The issue was the sequence of memoranda and policy implementation by USCIS during the last 10 years the court considered unlawful as it has no basis in agency regulation or in the Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA). Following the ITServe Alliance, Inc. v.
U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico Border Closures Extended
The Department of Homeland Security announced the extension of restrictions along the U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico borders. Restrictions to non-essential travel, including tourism and recreational travel, were initially implemented March 21, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Immigration Launches $10 H1-B Registration Fee
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$10.00 Fee for H-1B Electronic Registration
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced it will require a $10 non-refundable fee for each H-1B registration, once it implements the electronic registration system. The final rule, Registration Fee Requirement for Petitioners Seeking to File H-1B Petitions on Behalf of Cap-Subject Aliens, will be effective Dec. 9, 2019.
TPS Extensions for El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Sudan
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TPS Extensions for El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Sudan
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on Nov. 1, 2019, the extension of the validity of Temporary Protected Status (TPS)-related documentation for beneficiaries under the TPS designations for El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Sudan through Jan. 4, 2021.
EB-1 Indian Visa Retrograde Noted in June 2019 Visa Bulletin
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Continuation of TPS for Nepal and Honduras
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USCIS’ Policy Memorandum on ‘Revised Interview Waiver Guidance for Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence”
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USCIS Extends and Expands Suspension of Premium Processing for H-1B Petitions
USCIS is extending the temporary suspension of premium processing for cap-subject H-1B petitions and, beginning Sept. 11, 2018, will be expanding this temporary suspension to include certain additional H-1B petitions. The suspensions are expected to last until Feb. 19, 2019. While H-1B premium processing is suspended, USCIS will reject any request for premium processing filed with Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker.
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