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During the times when COVID-19 is wreaking havoc into the United States, sending green card holders into uncertain lands, one more piece of news has appeared around the horizon. Senators are now asking President Donald to suspend any new H1B visas for people that are outside the United States for
Divorce is not uncommon in today’s society. Almost 50% of marriages in the U.S. end in divorce. As if the trauma of a divorce isn’t enough, getting a divorce (or even being separated) could severely impact your green card process and immigration attempts to the U.S. Have you considered t…
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, H-1B visa holders often face the challenge of navigating layoffs and the subsequent legal implications. Understanding the intricacies of termination and the available options post-layoff is essential to maintain legal status and plan for the future. This…
A bill has been introduced recently by a bipartisan group of senators, one that could have some amazing benefits for nurses and doctors. Since there are so many exceptional doctors from different countries, it’s essential to have ways of offering them multiple benefits, particularly if they want to …
At a Glance: To check your I-797 status online, you need your 13-digit case number, which consists of 3 letters followed by 10 numbers. Visit the USCIS case status page, enter your case number (without dashes), and click “Check Status.” The page will refresh, displaying your I-797 status…
At a Glance The H1B visa allows non-citizens with college degrees or specialized skills to work and live in the United States. USCIS issues a limited number of H1B visas each year, and applicants go through a lottery system. Processing time varies based on factors, and case status messages can
At a Glance: Form DS-260 is the application for Alien Registration and an Immigrant Visa for individuals seeking to immigrate to the United States. It replaces the previous form DS-230 and can be submitted electronically. The form requires accurate and complete information, including personal detail…
At a Glance Yes, a green card renewal request can be denied. The top reasons for denial include committing a crime, providing incorrect information or lying on the renewal application, being ordered removed from the U.S., and using the wrong form. Other potential causes for denial include applying t…
At a Glance AC21, enacted in 2000, allows H1B visa holders to change jobs and extend status. It enables highly skilled foreign workers to change employers under specific conditions. Eligibility criteria include timely initiation and an approved I-140 petition. Form I-485, Supplement J, is used to in…
There have been many changes, suspensions, and extensions at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The USCIS has had to close its physical offices to implement social distancing, and, as a result, the USCIS now has quite a hefty backlog in its p…