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The H-1B visa lottery remains fiercely competitive, with demand consistently exceeding the annual CAP of 85,000 visas (65,000 for the general category and 20,000 for the advanced degree exemption). As a result, many highly qualified foreign nationals find themselves without an H-1B visa. Fortunately, there are several alternatives to consider, ranging from other nonimmigrant visa…

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: Alternatives for Foreign Nationals Not Selected in the H-1B Lottery The H-1B visa lottery remains fiercely competitive, with demand consistently exceeding the…

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires certain non-U.S. citizens (aliens) to register their presence in the United States. This article provides a step-by-step guide to the registration process, including who needs to register, how to complete Form G-325R, and the consequences of failing to comply with this requirement. Who Must Register? If you…

Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), a lawful permanent resident (LPR) who is absent from the U.S. for over 180 days is treated as seeking ‘re-admission’ and is subject to grounds of inadmissibility. While the issue of abandonment of green card status typically arises when the individual has been outside the U.S. for more…

With the return of the Trump administration, U.S. immigration policies are expected to undergo stricter enforcement, particularly at ports of entry. Recent reports indicate that even visa holders with previously stable statuses, such as H-1B, L-1, O-1, and F-1 (OPT/STEM OPT/CPT), are facing increased scrutiny upon reentry. ESTA travelers, B-1/B-2 visitors with multiple U.S. entries,…

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​: USCIS H-1B Lottery Registration and Alien Registration Deadline Approaching The deadline for two key immigration registrations is fast approaching. The initial registration…

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​: April 2025 Visa Bulletin – EB-5 Retrogression for China and India, Modest Progress in Other EB Categories The April 2025 Visa Bulletin…

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​: Do’s and Don’ts in H-1B Visa Registration As the H-1B lottery registration opens today, it is crucial for employers and applicants to…

People living in the U.S., including undocumented immigrants, have certain constitutional rights. If Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers come to a workplace: They must have either a valid search warrant or consent from the employer to enter non-public areas. ICE can enter public areas (such as the lobby) without a warrant or consent. What…

As the H-1B lottery registration opens today, it is crucial for employers and applicants to follow proper procedures to avoid disqualifications, Requests for Evidence (RFEs), or fraud allegations. Here’s a guide on what to do and what not to do when registering for the FY 2026 H-1B CAP lottery. Do’s in H-1B Registration: 1. Submit…