Latest Immigration Resources and News
Welcome to Envoy's Immigration Knowledge Base where you can find helpful information on new immigration policies and news, work visas, compliance, and how to create an immigration program for your company.
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Read ArticleUSCIS October 2018 Visa Bulletin Update
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently released its October 2018 Visa Bulletin. Read for more details.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Releases Checklists of Required Initial Evidence
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently released checklists of required initial evidence.
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[Slide Deck] How to Navigate the Nuances of the L-1 Visa
This webinar will take a deeper look into the nuances of the L-1 visa, from the application process to potential obstacles employers might encounter.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Extends Suspension of Premium Processing for H-1B Petitions to Reduce Delays
USCIS announced on August 28th, 2018, that they will cease accepting premium requests for certain H-1B petitions. Find out what this means.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Issues STEM OPT EAD Clarification
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its Optional Practical Training Extension for STEM Students website page.
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Read ArticleUSCIS September 2018 Visa Bulletin Update
The September 2018 Visa Bulletin has been released by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Read for more details.
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Read More[IDC Analyst Connection] Winning the Global War for Talent with Mobility Solution Tools
To help the business compete, HR needs to modernize its processes with self-service mobility solution tools to allow foreign workers to know where they stand in the visa process.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Publishes Final Guidance on Unlawful Presence for Students
USCIS published a revised final policy memorandum (PM) regarding the unlawful presence for students and exchange visitors.
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37:19Watch VideoLet's Go Global: Managing Immigration Needs for Global Rotation Programs and Short-Term Assignments
Do you have employees going on short-term global assignments? Does your company have a global rotation program to help employee career development?
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How GrubHub Saves Five Times More Per Immigration Case
Read the case study to learn how Envoy helped GrubHub solve its top immigration challenges.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Visa Bulletin Update: August 2018
The August 2018 Visa Bulletin has been released by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about date changes.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Amends Standards for Issuance of RFEs and NOIDs
On July 13, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a Policy Memorandum (PM). This update focuses on the issuance of “Certain Request for Evidence (RFE) and Notice of Intent.
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Read Article[UPDATED] New USCIS Policy Will Result in Changes to Corporate Immigration Programs
As June 2018 ended, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a policy memorandum expanding USCIS’s authority to issue Notices to Appear (NTAs).
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Read ArticleJuly 2018 Visa Bulletin from USCIS: New Green Card Wait Times
The July 2018 Visa Bulletin has been released by USCIS. For more details, please see below. Dates for Filing Family-Sponsored Adjustment of Status Application: Final Action Dates for...
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Read ArticleUSCIS Reminds F-1 Students About OPT Termination
USCIS recently published a reminder that F-1 students who are in Optional Practical Training (OPT) programs will have their OPT status automatically revoked if they transfer to another school or...
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Read More10 Solutions to Corporate Immigration Challenges
We’ve uncovered 10 immigration challenges employers are facing today and - in turn - have put together 10 solutions to corporate immigration challenges to help you navigate them.
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Read ArticleJune 2018 Visa Bulletin from USCIS: New Green Card Wait Times
Read the June 2018 Visa Bulletin from USCIS and a brief analysis to find out updated priority dates for green card applicants.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Completes Data Entry of Fiscal Year 2019 Cap-Subject H-1B Visa Petitions
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Comprehensive Guide to Employment-Based Green Cards
Download our Comprehensive Guide to Employment-Based Green Cards for an in-depth look at this popular tool for recruitment and retention of foreign national employees.
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Read ArticleUSCIS to Use Signature Confirmation Mail for Green Cards
USCIS recently announced it would introduce the use of the U.S. Postal Service’s (USPS) Signature Confirmation Restricted Delivery service for mailing green cards and other secure immigration...
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Read ArticleSTEM OPT Students Prohibited from Working Offsite
Read about the recent updates USCIS made to the F-1 STEM OPT EAD, namely the ability of students to work offsite, including at client sites.
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Read ArticleSupreme Court Discusses Travel Ban
The Justices of the Supreme Court are questioning, today, how legitimate the President’s restrictions on immigration are. They’re also deliberating on the legality of the Trump travel ban policy.
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Read ArticleMay 2018 Visa Bulletin from USCIS: New Green Card Wait Times
The May 2018 Visa Bulletin has been released by USCIS. For more details, please see below. Dates for Filing Family-Sponsored Adjustment of Status Application: Final Action Dates for...
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Read ArticleEAD Cards: Hiring Workers With Employment Authorization Documents
What are EAD cards? EAD cards, also known as employment authorization documents, are temporary work permits issued by USCIS to allow a foreign national to work in the U.S. for a specific amount of...
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Read ArticleH-1B Application Denied: Now What?
On April 2, USCIS began accepting applications for the H-1B visa lottery, and if last year is any indication of the time it will take to close, it should be around five days. Looking at an H-1B...
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USCIS Reached H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2019
USCIS has reached the congressionally-mandated 65,000 H-1B visa cap for fiscal year 2019. USCIS has also received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions to meet the 20,000 visa U.S. advanced degree...
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Read ArticleH-1B Application Accepted: Now What?
H-1B cap season is here. On April 2, USCIS began accepting applications for the H-1B visa lottery, and if last year is any indication of the time it will take to close, it should be around five...
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Read MoreImmigration Management: Technology's Role During Times of Regulation Change
Technology can help HR teams navigate immigration more successfully, even amid a sea of change.
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USCIS Issues Temporary H-1B Premium Processing Suspension for FY2019 Cap-Subject Petitions
On March 20, 2018, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a temporary H-1B premium processing suspension for all Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 cap-subject H-1B visa...
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Read ArticleApril 2018 USCIS Visa Bulletin
The April 2018 USCIS Visa Bulletin has been released. For more details, please see below. Dates for Filing Family-Sponsored Adjustment of Status Application: Final Action Dates for...
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H-1B Visa Alternatives Guide
Whether your a petition was not selected into the H-1B visa lottery, or changing business conditions resulted in unanticipated hiring needs, it’s important to know what H-1B visa alternatives exist.
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2018 Immigration Trends Report
2017 was a year of change. The U.S. and the world saw significant shifts in immigration policy and practice, which translated to new challenges for employers.
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H-1B Visa Cap Survival Guide
We hope you find our H-1B Visa Cap Survival Guide helpful as you prepare H-1B visa petitions for Fiscal Year 2019.
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Read ArticleImmigration Matters Because People Matter
For Jennifer Hartmann, VP of People & Culture for San Francisco-based fintech company MyVest, immigration matters because people matter.
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Read ArticlePreparing for Immigration Enforcement Site Visits
Learn about preparing for an immigration enforcement visit, including why it’s so important to have a plan in place and how to stay in compliance.
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[Slide Deck] Creating an Immigration Policy Webinar
Organizing a well-outlined, long-term immigration strategy allows you to manage each employee’s immigration process efficiently while avoiding potential dilemmas down the road.
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Read ArticleNine Tips to Ensure Form I-9 Compliance in Case of a Site Audit
I-9s are used to verify identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the U.S. Read on to help ensure Form I-9 compliance.
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Read More[Checklist] How to Prepare for a Site Audit
Having a plan and procedures in place for a potential site audit is one of the key components of an effective immigration compliance program. See how you can prepare.
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58:06Watch VideoThe Beginner's Guide to Immigration
Learn about the difference between the most common U.S. work visa types, temporary stay requirements vs. permanent residency, how to keep your organization immigration compliant, and more.
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Read MoreHiring a Foreign National Employee: Sourcing and Screening Guide
In this eBook, written by Laurie Ruettimann, we asked five leading HR influencers how to create a talent acquisition strategy that will help you source and screen the best global talent.
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Read MoreH-1B Visa Checklist
We've created the H-1B Checklist to help you gather the right evidence – and create the strongest case – for your H-1B visa application.
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Read MoreIntroduction to TN Visas
Having a hard time finding qualified talent for accountant, engineering, scientist and other skilled roles? Recruit talented professionals from Mexico and Canada using the TN NAFTA Professionals visa.
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Read MoreImmigration Glossary
To help you understand the many nuances of immigration, we’ve created the Envoy Immigration Glossary to define and explain common immigration words and phrases.
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57:10Watch VideoAfter the H-1B Cap: Alternative Visa Options and Strategies
In this webinar, learn about alternative visa options for employing foreign workers, eligibility and qualifying organization and position requirements, and best practices for filing applications.
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1:38Watch VideoSimplifying Immigration with Envoy
Do you handle immigration at your company? Watch what a typical day may look like for you if you make the switch to Envoy's solution.
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1:08Watch VideoIntroducing Envoy Compliance
Safely store employee documents and ensure your compliant with government regulations with Envoy Compliance.
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Read MoreThe ROI of Immigration Technology
Immigration is often one of the most overlooked areas for process improvement in a company. Technology can help.
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58:21Watch VideoExpect the Unexpected: How to Prepare for an Immigration Site Visit
As the government continues to increase immigration enforcement, companies cannot afford to be unprepared, especially in the event of a site visit.
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Read ArticleMay 2018 Visa Bulletin from USCIS: New Green Card Wait Times
Get the details on the May 2018 Visa Bulletin – the latest published by USCIS this month – to find out which green card wait times have changed.
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2018 San Francisco Immigration Trends Report
In our 2018 San Francisco Immigration Trends Report, we found that major shifts in policy and practice in U.S. and global immigration have created new challenges for employers in San Francisco.
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[Slide Deck] Beginner's Guide to Immigration Webinar
Learn about the difference between the most common U.S. work visa types, temporary stay requirements vs. permanent residency, how to keep your organization immigration compliant, and more.
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Creating a Company Immigration Policy: 5 Step Guide
Are you missing a piece of the immigration puzzle? Without an immigration policy in place, you might be.
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2017 Immigration Trends Report
What are your talent competitors offering in their immigration-related perk packages? When do STEM companies provide green card sponsorship? Learn the answers to these questions and more.
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1:03Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Asurion
Jo Ann Rainwater - Manager of HR at Asurion
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1:08Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Simcorp
Victoria Turk - Director of HR at Simcorp North America
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1:31Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Frontpoint
Amy Gulati - Senior Manager of Talent Operations at Frontpoint
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1:19Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Centro
Emilie Clark - Director of Total Rewards at Centro
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2:14Watch VideoEnvoy Customer Testimonials
See what some of our customers think about us and how we are accelerating their immigration process.
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42:08Watch VideoHow to Navigate the Nuances of the L-1 Visa
This webinar will take a deeper look into the nuances of the L-1 visa, from the application process to potential obstacles employers might encounter.
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Compliance in Immigration and Global Mobility
Immigration compliance is one of the most complicated, and often overlooked, parts of running an international organization. Use this guide as a good foundation for understanding key aspects of it.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Completes 2017 Data Entry of H-1B Cap Petitions
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced on May 3, 2017, that it has completed data entry for H-1B cap petitions that were chosen in the lottery for fiscal year 2018. USCIS will begin...
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37:01Watch VideoMeeting the Challenges of Global Mobility and Immigration
Shelly James, discusses how to leverage mobility to impact talent strategy and addresses the many challenges of global mobility. - How the changing landscape of mobile employees may imp
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[Slide Deck] Meeting the Challenges of Global Mobility and Immigration
Join Envoy’s Global Solutions Partner, Shelly James, as she discusses how to leverage mobility to impact talent strategy and addresses the many challenges of global mobility.
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Read ArticleHow to Better Protect Employee Documents
Here are a few tips to better protect employee documents and overall give employees piece of mind in stressful times
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[Slide Deck] Immigration Compliance and Data Security: What You Need to Know
In this free webinar, learn about actionable tips and insights to ensure your company remains compliant while managing immigration data for your entire sponsored workforce.
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46:18Watch VideoImmigration Compliance and Data Security: What You Need to Know
In this free webinar, learn about actionable tips and insights to ensure your company remains compliant while managing immigration data for your entire sponsored workforce.
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Read ArticleDHS Increases Premium Processing Fee
DHS plans to increase the premium processing fee from $1,225 to $1,410, effective on October 1, 2018.
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41:43Watch VideoAround the World with Envoy: Sending Talent to Europe
in this webinar, learn about various immigration products for popular markets, such as Germany, France, the U.K and more.
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[Slide Deck] Around the Globe with Envoy: Sending Talent to Europe
in this webinar, learn about various immigration products for popular markets, such as Germany, France, the U.K and more.
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Read ArticleDepartment of Homeland Security Submits Status Report in H-4 EAD Case
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently submitted a status report in the case, Save Jobs USA v. DHS and the case is still in a state of suspension.
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Making the Visa Process Smooth and Stress-Free is Key for Vivint's Success
In order to help streamline the immigration process and create a more positive employee experience, Vivint looked to Envoy as a solution.
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How One Staffing Company Helps Employees Trust Immigration
Read the case study to see how Technology Partners help better manage foreign nationals get the visas they needed.
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Better Immigration Means Better Talent to Help Clients
Read the case study to see how Envoy streamlined immigration for Strive Consulting.
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How One Technical Staffing Leader Chooses Efficiency to Close the Skills Gap
Read the case study to see how OpTech receives personalized support from Envoy.
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Kenyon College Opts for More Immigration Involvement
Read the case study to see how Envoy helps get questions answered quickly.
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Multinational Company Sees More Immigration Success
Read the case study to learn how Envoy helped Ipsos solve their immigration challenges.
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Havas Chicago Village Opts for Technology For Complex Immigration
Learn how Envoy helped the Havas HR team save time and feel more confident.
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Recruiting the Best Talent from Around the World Requires a Global HR Policy
Read the case study to see how Envoy helps GALE with the legal side of immigration.
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How Enstoa Simplifies Immigration and Navigates This Year's RFES
Read the case study to see how Envoy's technology made things simpler for Enstoa
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How Endurance Manages Immigration for All its Brands in Today's Climate
Read the case study to learn how Envoy helped simply the immigration process for Endurance.
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ArnAmy Founder Uses Immigration as Key Business Strategy
Read the case study to learn how Envoy helps ArnAmy continue to strategically hire, and more.
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