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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: USCIS Updates Guidance for Family-Based Immigrant Visas Effective May 22, 2024, USCIS has updated its guidance on family-based immigrant visa petitions, including…

Successfully filing a PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) labor certification using experience gained with the same employer involves a detailed and precise approach to demonstrate that the new role is indeed a bona fide position requiring more advanced skills or responsibilities than those the foreign national held in previous roles within the company. Here’s a…

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 Fee Rule Update and FAQ for Employment-Based Petitioners The USCIS has updated its Frequently Asked Questions on the USCIS Fee Rule…

WHAT DOES YOUR CLIENT NEED TO KNOW TO MAINTAIN STEM OPT COMPLIANCE? In March 2016, the STEM final rule13 expanded STEM OPT to 24 months but along with expanding the maximum period, it also put into place certain compliance provisions including the right to conduct worksite visits to ensure that employers and F-1 students authorized…

In the complex landscape of U.S. immigration, certain visa categories are specifically designed to accommodate individuals with extraordinary abilities or achievements in various fields. Among these are the O-1A, O-1B, and O-2 visas, each serving distinct purposes and catering to different segments of exceptional talent. Let’s delve into the details of these visas to gain…

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 Opens Two New International Field Offices The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has expanded its reach beyond U.S. borders with…

The 60-day grace period allows certain visa holders, including H-1B, L-1, O-1, E-3, and TN visa holders, to remain in the United States for up to 60 days following the end of their employment to either file for a transfer to a new employer or change their visa status. To prove or count the start…

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 Announces Selection Numbers for FY 2025 H-1B CAP The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released the selection numbers…

We are thrilled to announce that Attorney Keshab Raj Seadie has been recognized by the New York State Assembly for his remarkable 25 years of dedication and excellence in immigration law. The honor was bestowed upon him in a special ceremony held by New York State Representative, Jenifer Rajkumar, during the Nepali New Year celebrations…

One of the key considerations for F-1 students seeking employment in the United States is the transition from OPT to H-1B status. The H-1B CAP gap rule allows eligible F-1 students with pending or approved H-1B petitions to remain in the U.S. during the gap between the end of their OPT and the start of…