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Losing a job can be a daunting experience for anyone, but for nonimmigrant workers in the United States, the situation can be even more complex. Many nonimmigrant workers may not be aware of the options available to them following the termination of their employment, leading them to believe they have no choice but to leave…

**Advance Copy: USCIS Notice of a New Version of Form I-9** USCIS has released a new version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Major changes include the introduction of a checkbox to verify that an employee’s Form I-9 documentation was examined using a DHS-authorized alternative procedure. The updated Form I-9 is available for use from…

“Automatic Visa Revalidation” procedure often applies to non-immigrant aliens who have previously used a visa for admission into the United States and are seeking readmission. Two scenarios can occur: a) They may be readmitted under the same nonimmigrant classification as indicated on their expired visa. b) They may be readmitted under a different nonimmigrant classification…

USCIS and Department of Homeland Security The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has expanded the list of academic degrees eligible for the F-1 STEM optional practical training (OPT) program, now including eight new fields of study. Please note, the EB-1 India and EB-3 Worldwide (excluding EB-3 India and China) categories will experience significant retrogression in…

Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) Section 212(d)(3), the non-immigrant visa waiver allows for the discretionary waiver of certain grounds of inadmissibility for non-immigrants (such as H-1B, L-1, B-1 or B-2 etc.) seeking entry into the United States. This provision grants the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) the…

USCIS Issues Guidance on Requests to Reschedule Biometric Services Appointments USCIS has issued new policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual regarding procedures for requesting to reschedule biometric services appointments at Application Support Centers (ASCs). The policy, effective as of July 6, 2023, aims to clarify the process and criteria for rescheduling appointments and addresses…

Exciting Updates on USCIS Digital Tools We are pleased to inform you that USCIS will be launching new digital tools in the coming weeks to enhance customer service and improve efficiency. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: Text Ahead Feature: Customers will have the option to opt-in to receive text messages from USCIS…

USCIS Provides Guidance on Employment Authorization Documents Based on Compelling Circumstances We would like to bring to your attention the recent policy guidance provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regarding the eligibility criteria for initial and renewal applications for employment authorization documents (EADs) in compelling circumstances, based on existing regulatory requirements at…

DOS Fee Increase for NIV and Special Visa Applications Delayed until June 17 The implementation of fee increases for NIV application processing fees and Border Crossing Card fees has been delayed. Originally set to take effect on May 27, 2023, the new fees will now be implemented on June 17, 2023. It is important to…

OFLC Continues to Provide Guidance on Form ETA-9089 in FLAG The Department of Labor (DOL) has released a new form titled “Form ETA-9089, Final Determination.” This form is specifically intended for use when submitting a Form I-140 petition to USCIS in support of a Schedule A or National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition. When submitting the…