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 ArticleJanuary 2019 Visa Bulletin
USCIS released its January 2019 Visa Bulletin. Read for more details.
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Read ArticleGovernment Shutdown Does Not Impede USCIS Operations
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USICS) will continue to operate normally despite last week's government shutdown.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Issues Policy Memorandum for Form I-751
USCIS issued a policy memorandum that revises interview waiver guidance for Form I-751.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Updates Practice of Denying Pending Form I-131
USCIS recently updated its practice of denying pending Form I-131 advance parole applications for abandonment due to international travel.
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State of Immigration: What to Expect in 2019
Join Envoy and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates to learn more about the current state of immigration as 2018 comes to an end and what to expect in 2019.
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Read MoreH-1B Visa Cap Petition Checklist
Gathering the right documents is an important step in the H-1B cap petition process. Use this checklist to guide you throughout cap season.
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Read ArticleE-3 Visa Bill Gains Year-End Momentum
New legislation that would add Ireland to the E-3 nonimmigrant visa program has made significant strides in Congress as the year ends.
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Read MoreH-1B Cap Petition Survival Guide 2019
H-1B Cap Season is right around the corner and we've prepared a guide for you that will help you get through the process from start to finish.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Clarifies L-1 Visa Requirements
USCIS recently issued a policy memorandum (PM) that clarifies the L-1 visa’s one-year of continuous foreign employment requirement.
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Read ArticleDepartment of Homeland Security Proposes Changes to H-1B Cap-Subject Petitions
DHS announces proposed changes which would impact H-1B cap petitions. These proposals will be published on 3rd December 2018, after which USCIS will accept public feedback for the next 30 days.
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Read ArticleNew H-1B Cap Proposal One Step Closer to Implementation
U.S. Office of Budget and Management recently approved a proposed regulation from USCIS regarding H-1B cap registration that may have an impact on FY 2020.
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Read ArticleWhat You Need to Know About the H-4 Visa and Proposed Changes
H-4 visa dependent spouses and others in the business community have been keeping close tabs on the Trump administration’s proposed changes to the H-4 visa.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Updates Practice of Denying Pending Forms I-131 for Abandonment Due to International Travel
USCIS Director L. Francis Cissna recently revealed USCIS will end the practice of denying pending I-131 applications when applicants are traveling overseas.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Continues Implementing Policy Memorandum on NTAs
USCIS announced that it will continue to implement its June 28, 2018, PM that provided updated guidance for the referral of cases and issuance of NTAs.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Revises Policy Regarding Form I-693
Effective Nov. 1, 2018, USCIS will mandate that applicants submit a form I-693 signed by a civil surgeon “no more than 60 days before the date an application for the underlying immigration benefit."
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Read ArticleUSCIS November 2018 Visa Bulletin
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently released its November 2018 Visa Bulletin.
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How International Tech Talent Helps Power Cars.com
Read the case study to see how the immigration process changed when Cars.com started working with Envoy.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Starts Implementing New Policy Memorandum on NTAs
USCIS) will start implementing its Updated Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuances of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Deportable Aliens Policy Memorandum.
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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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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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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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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 Petition Accepted: Now What?
H-1B cap season is here. On April 2, USCIS began accepting petitions 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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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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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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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 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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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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[Slide Deck] Creating an Immigration Policy That Will Impress Talent
To help recruit foreign nationals, employers are also standardizing their immigration policies to set up expectations up front to create proper procedures for recruiting.
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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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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 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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[Slide Deck] H-1B Cap Prep Part 3: Requests for Evidence and Their Impact on Petitions
With increased scrutiny from USCIS, it's more important than ever to understand the H-1B cap petition process and the actions you'll need to take should you receive an RFE.
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Budgeting for Immigration Becomes Simple for CBS Interactive
Read the case study to learn how Envoy helped CBS Interactive solve these challenges.
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1:03Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Asurion
Jo Ann Rainwater - Manager of HR at Asurion
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SimCorp: How Immigration Helped a Software Provider Expand Into a New Market
With a strong market share in Europe, the tech provider has shifted its focus to growing its presence in North America for the last 10 years — and immigration has made it possible.
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1:08Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Simcorp
Victoria Turk - Director of HR at Simcorp North America
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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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1:31Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Frontpoint
Amy Gulati - Senior Manager of Talent Operations at Frontpoint
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Read ArticleUSCIS Issues Temporary H-1B Premium Processing Suspension for FY 2019 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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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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46:25Watch VideoState of Immigration: What to Expect in 2019
Join Envoy and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates to learn more about the current state of immigration as 2018 comes to an end and what to expect in 2019.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Clarifies Policy for H-1B Third-Party Worksite Petitions
Find out the details of the latest clarification from USCIS on the policy for H-1B third-party worksite petitions and what it means for employers.
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29:49Watch VideoCreating an Immigration Policy That Will Impress Talent
To help recruit foreign nationals, employers are also standardizing their immigration policies to set up expectations up front to create proper procedures for recruiting.
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34:42Watch VideoH-1B Cap Prep Part 3: Requests for Evidence and Their Impact on Petitions
With increased scrutiny from USCIS, it's more important than ever to understand the H-1B cap petition process and the actions you'll need to take should you receive an RFE.
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46:55Watch VideoGlobal Trends: How Countries are Approaching Immigration in 2019 and Beyond
A country's approach to immigration may be a determining factor if a global corporation expands to new areas and if so, how they will navigate immigration policies.
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37:57Watch VideoThe RFP Process: What You Need to Know Before Seeking a New Immigration Service Provider
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Read ArticleH-1B Visa Filing and Premium Processing Update
Learn about the recent H-1B visa filing and premium processing update from a recent announcement from USCIS to the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
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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 Publishes Data on H-1B Petitioners
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently published a series of datasets listing every U.S. employer that has been approved for H-1B petitions within the past two years...
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Read ArticleUnselected H-1B Cap Petitions Returned by USCIS
On Wednesday, July 19, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that it has returned all fiscal year 2018 H-1B cap petitions that were not selected in the lottery. According to...
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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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Read ArticleTrump Signs H-1B Executive Order, Calls for Review of the Visa Program
On April 18, 2017, President Trump signed an executive order called “Buy American, Hire American”, which ordered certain government agencies to review the laws and regulations that currently...
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Read ArticlePolicy Alert: USCIS Releases Guidance Memo for H-1B about “Computer Programmers”
In a policy memorandum released on March 31, 2017, USCIS rescinded the memorandum issued in 2000 titled “Guidance memo on H1B computer related positions.” This will impact applications received in...
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Read ArticleH-1B Cap Season: Why You Should Prepare Petitions Now
In less than five months on April 1, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) begins accepting cap petitions for the H-1B Specialty Occupation visa — the most common work authorization...
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Read Article5 Ways Technology is Helping Small Businesses with H-1B Cap Season
Immigration technology gives small business owners peace of mind during the often-complicated H-1B cap season.
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Read ArticleTravelers Should Allow 72 Hours for ESTA, says CBP
CBP recommends international travelers using ESTA to apply soon, but not less than 72 hours before their scheduled international flight departure.
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Immigration is Important to this Data Analytics Company's Business Strategy
Immigration is Important to this Data Analytics Company's Business Strategy
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Global Trends: How Countries Are Approaching Immigration in 2019 and Beyond
A country's approach to immigration may be a determining factor if a global corporation expands to new areas and if so, how they will navigate immigration policies.
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[Slide Deck] The RFP Process: What You Need to Know Before Seeking a New Immigration Service Provider
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[Slide Deck] Four Month Countdown to Brexit: Next Steps for EU Nationals in the U.K.
The U.K.'s formal exit from the European Union is now four months away. When the clock strikes midnight on March 29, 2019, the U.K. will officially leave the EU and a transitional period starts.
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40:12Watch VideoFour Month Countdown to Brexit Next Steps for EU Nationals in the U.K.
The U.K.'s formal exit from the European Union is now four months away. When the clock strikes midnight on March 29, 2019, the U.K. will officially leave the EU and a transitional period starts.
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[Slide Deck] Understanding the TN Visa and How to Use it to Your Company's Advantage
Global Immigration Associates and Envoy will discuss recent policy updates and the advantages of the TN visa.
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31:12Watch VideoUnderstanding the TN Visa and How to Use it to Your Company's Advantage
Global Immigration Associates and Envoy will discuss recent policy updates and the advantages of the TN visa.
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[Slide Deck] H-1B Cap Prep Part 2: Six Ingredients for Your Best H-1B Cap Petition
With April 1, 2019 only a few short months away, it's time to think about the next step in the H-1B cap process: the petition.
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36:21Watch VideoH-1B Cap Prep Series Part 2: 6 Ingredients for Your Best H 1B Cap Petition
Completing and submitting an H-1B cap petition requires attention to detail and time, which is why it's beneficial to start thinking about cap petitions sooner rather than later.
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[Slide Deck] 10 Solutions to Corporate Immigration Challenges
Join Envoy and Jaclyn Pettit from Global Immigration Associates as we share solutions to the most common corporate immigration challenges.
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29:10Watch Video10 Solutions to Corporate Immigration Challenges
Join Envoy and Jaclyn Pettit from Global Immigration Associates as we share solutions to the most common corporate immigration challenges.
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Hiring Global Talent: From Sourcing to Retention - Creating a Stellar Employee Experience
HR managers who understand the immigration process and the various U.S. work visas available are invaluable to a business and can help their company stay competitive in the global market.
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42:47Watch VideoHiring Global Talent: From Sourcing to Retention - Creating a Stellar Employee Experience
HR managers who understand the immigration process and the various U.S. work visas available are invaluable to a business and can help their company stay competitive in the global market.
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44:16Watch VideoAround the World with Envoy: Sending Talent to Latin America
Learn about various work visas for popular markets, such as Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Panama. Also learn about: - Company registrations and corporate documents: what they mean and which c
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Read More[Slide Deck] Around the World with Envoy: Sending Talent to LATAM
Learn about various work visas for popular markets, such as Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Panama.
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49:30Watch VideoH-1B Cap Prep Series Part 1: Preparing for FY 2020 H-1B Cap Season
we'll present H-1B best practices for collecting documents and filing LCAs, in addition to dealing with potential Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
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[Slide Deck] H-1B Cap Prep Series Part 1: Preparing for FY 2020 H-1B Cap Season
We'll present H-1B best practices for collecting documents and filing LCAs, in addition to dealing with potential Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
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36:25Watch VideoThe Global Talent Landscape: Filling Key Skills Gaps with Immigration
It’s critical to have an understanding of the global talent landscape when it comes to hiring.
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