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Cap and Lottery System: Understand that there’s an annual cap on the number of H-1B visas issued (65,000 under the regular cap and an additional 20,000 for those with a U.S. master’s degree or higher). The USCIS uses a lottery system to select applicants when the cap is exceeded. Eligibility Criteria: The job must qualify…

USCIS sends a notice called a request for evidence, or RFE, when they need more proof to decide an H1-B case. The H1-B classification applies to individuals who perform services in a specialty occupation. When employer files Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, they must provide evidence of their relationship with the employee and…

Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you important updates on various immigration matters. Please take a moment to review the following key highlights: H-1B Cap Registration for FY 2025 Now Open Until March 22 In a significant announcement for employers and immigration attorneys across the…

With the H-1B visa filing season upon us, many F-1 students and those on Optional Practical Training (OPT) find themselves navigating the complexities of transitioning from student status to work authorization in the United States. A critical mechanism facilitating this transition is the cap-gap extension rule, an essential regulatory provision that bridges the gap between…

Dear Clients and Colleagues, We trust this newsletter reaches you in good health. In this edition, we are bringing attention to significant updates and information from the legal world including increases in premium processing fees effective this month and a new digital service by DHS to assess eligibility to work in the US. Introducing New…

Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, learn about increases in premium processing fees, a pilot program launched by USCIS and impacts of the “Simeio Solutions” Amendment Rule on your H-1B application. Increase in Premium Processing Fees Effective February 26, 2024, USCIS is adjusting the fees associated with…

The “Simeio Solutions” memo, issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), has introduced critical guidelines that have reshaped the landscape for H-1B visa petitions, particularly concerning amendments due to employment location changes. This memo, rooted in the Administrative Appeals Office’s decision in “Matter of Simeio Solutions, LLC,” clarifies the necessity for employers…

Posted by Keshab R. Seadie | Feb 16, 2024 | 1 Comment Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you reminders on H-1B visa requirements, USCIS’ recent success with clearing backlogs, Palestinians for Deferred Enforced Departure and upcoming movements in the Visa Bulletin. Please take a…

The FDNS Directorate (herein also referred as “unit”) is an office within USCIS that conducts unannounced inspections of employer worksites for companies that sponsor foreign workers. The purpose of these site visits is to verify information provided in the petitions filed with USCIS to ensure that 1) the employer did not misrepresent any information, and…

For nonimmigrant visa holders in the United States, navigating the complex intersection of immigration law and criminal activity is crucial. Criminal convictions, even for seemingly minor offenses, can have profound implications on one’s immigration status, affecting everything from visa extensions to future admissibility into the U.S. Specifically, offenses such as shoplifting, domestic violence, DUI (Driving…