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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: EB-1A Green Card Pathway: An Exceptional Option for Indian Computer and Management Professionals Facing Decade-Long Priority Date Backlogs The EB-1A green card…

The “Dropbox” for visa renewal refers to the Interview Waiver Program (IWP) offered by the U.S. Department of State. This program allows certain visa applicants to renew their visas without having to attend an in-person interview at a U.S. consulate or embassy. The term “Dropbox” comes from the process where eligible applicants can drop off…

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: October 2024 DOL Updates on PERM and PWD Processing Times As of October 15, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is…

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: November 2024 Visa Bulletin: No Changes in Employment-Based Immigrant Visa Availability; USCIS Continues to Accept Dates for Filing The U.S. Department of…

H-1B EMPLOYER COMPLIANCE TIPS FOR LCA AND PAF AUDITS Employers who hire H-1B workers are subject to many regulatory obligations. For example, the employer must continue to pay the H- IB worker the required wage rate throughout the entirety of the period of validity of the LCA. If the required wage rate is based on…

Criminal history, particularly offenses categorized as Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude (CIMT), can have serious consequences on an individual’s ability to obtain visas, adjust their status to lawful permanent residence (green card), or become a U.S. citizen. For many immigrants, understanding the implications of a CIMT is crucial, as these offenses can trigger bars to admission,…

As a prospective Cap Subject H-1B Visa Employee, you shall gather all relevant documentation whether you are filing to change your current non-immigrant status to H-1B or going for H-1B visa interview overseas. If you are opting for the change of status, you have an obligation to prove legal status throughout your U.S. stay. Normally,…

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: New Visa Services Provider for Several Countries The U.S. Department of State (DOS) launched the Advanced Visa Information and Tracking System (AVITS)…

The E-2 visa allows foreign nationals from treaty countries to invest in and manage a U.S. business. While the required investment amount depends on the size and scope of the business or project, it should be substantial and typically exceed $100,000 to meet the visa criteria. It is commonly used by entrepreneurs and business owners…

The EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) green card is one of the most sought-after routes for individuals looking to move to the United States without employer sponsorship or the need for significant financial investments. What sets the EB-1A apart from other employment-based green card categories is that it allows qualified individuals to self-petition, meaning you…