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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[Slide Deck] A Beginner's Guide to The H-1B Lottery
With the FY 2021 H-1B cap season approaching, it’s the perfect time to brush up on the H-1B lottery.
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1:29Watch VideoGlobal Talent Symposium West: 2019 Highlights
In May 2019, we hosted the first-ever Global Talent Symposium. Check out some highlights!
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Read ArticleEnvoy’s Global Talent Symposium Comes to New York City This November
GTS brings together business, public policy and human resources thought leaders from around the country to discuss global talent strategy and the future of work.
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Read ArticleForm I-539 Is No Longer Eligible For "Courtesy" Premium Processing
USCIS has indicated that will no longer offer courtesy premium processing to I-539 applications.
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34:05Watch VideoMaintaining Your Company's Immigration Policy During Times of Political Uncertainty
Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, GIA, will share actionable insights to help you not just navigate the changing immigration landscape, but succeed in it.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Seeks To Decrease Processing Times for N-400 and I-485
In an effort to decrease processing times for Form N-400 and Form I-485, USCIS is implementing an updated interview process for these applications.
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Read ArticleInternational Field Offices Will Stop Accepting Form I-407
USCIS announced that starting July 1, international field offices will not accept Form I-407, Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status by mail or in person.
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Cuccinelli Named Acting Director of USCIS
June 10, 2019, marked the first day for the new head of USCIS acting director, Ken Cuccinelli.
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Read Article3 Takeaways From Updated USCIS RFE Rates
After consulting with our affiliated law firm, GIA, we’ve identified three takeaways from the latest USCIS data release.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Will Start Rejecting Form I-129 That Are Missing Name or Address
USCIS will start rejecting Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker if the petitions don’t include the petitioner’s or applicant’s name and primary U.S. office address.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Will Resume Premium Processing For Remaining Cap Subject Petitions on June 10
USCIS announced it will resume premium processing for all remaining FY 2020 H-1B visa petitions.
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Read ArticlePresident Trump Unveils Immigration Plan Emphasizing High-Skilled Workers
On May 16, 2019, President Donald Trump unveiled his plans to overhaul the U.S. immigration system.
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Read ArticleZoom’s IPO Highlights Immigrant Founder’s Success
Zoom Video Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) went public the week of April 15, 2019 in a move that was closely watched by investors gearing up for anticipated IPOs from Lyft, Uber, Pinterest and...
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Read ArticleNationwide Preliminary Injunction Issued, Enjoining USCIS Memo
Nationwide Preliminary Injunction Issued, enjoining USCIS memo Accrual of Unlawful Presence and F, J, and M Nonimmigrants.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Reaches Advanced Degree Exemption Cap for FY 2020
On Thurs., April 11, USCIS announced it has completed the selection process to select enough H-1B visa petitions to meet the congressionally-mandated master's cap of 20,000 petitions.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Hits FY 2020 H-1B Regular Cap
On Friday, April 5, 2019, USCIS announced it has received enough H-1B visa petitions to hit the regular cap of 65,000 for fiscal year 2020.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Announces Start of FY 2020 H-1B Cap Season and More Important Updates
USCIS announced the start of fiscal year FY 2020 H-1B cap season and additional important updates.
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Read More2019 Immigration Trends Report
Download the 2019 Immigration Trends report to learn about top trends and insights and benchmark your own immigration and global mobility program.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Resumes Premium Processing for All H-1B Visa Petitions
USCIS announced that it will resume premium processing for all H-1B visa petitions effective March 12, 2019.
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Read ArticleCongress Requests Answers from USCIS
Members of Congress are asking for answers from USCIS Director Lee Francis Cissna.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Resumes Premium Processing for Select 2018 Petitions
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced it would resume premium processing for select H-1B petitions.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Revises Form I-539 and to Publish New Form I-539A
USCIS announced it had updated Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status and will publish a new form, Form I-539A.
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Read More10 Solutions to Corporate Immigration Challenges
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Read ArticleUSCIS February 2019 Visa Bulletin
USCIS released its Feb. 2019 Visa Bulletin. Read for more details.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Will Close Its Moscow Field Office
USCIS recently announced it will close its field office in Moscow, Russia.
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Read ArticleDHS Releases Final Rule Regarding H-1B Cap Petitions
On January 30, 2019, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the final rule that amends regulations governing H-1B cap-subject petitions.
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Read ArticleUSCIS Resumes Premium Processing for FY 2019 H-1B Cap Petitions
Starting Monday, Jan. 28, USCIS will resume premium processing for all fiscal year 2019 H-1B cap petitions that are currently pending.
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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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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 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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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 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 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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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 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 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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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 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 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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[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 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 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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Read ArticleEAD: Employment Authorization Document Information
What is an EAD and do I need it? An Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card allows you to work while the I-485 is pending. If your current employment eligibility will expire before the USCIS...
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[Slide Deck] The ABCs of Global Mobility
Join Envoy Global for an overview on global immigration terminology that will enable you to send talent abroad with confidence.
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2:49Watch VideoEnvoy Testimonials
Hear how immigration has helped the lives of numerous individuals.
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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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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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[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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[Slide Deck] Q3 Quarterly Policy Update
Join Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, for a webinar that breaks down all the immigration news and updates that we saw in the third quarter of 2019.
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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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1:38Watch 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] Around The World with Envoy: Trends and Policies in APAC
Join Envoy Global for this webinar that unravels the complexities of the global mobility landscape in various APAC destination countries.
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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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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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[Slide Deck] The New NAFTA: How The USMCA Affects The TN Visa
This month’s webinar from Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, will cover key considerations about the USMCA and provide a full look at the TN visa.
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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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1:03Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Asurion
Jo Ann Rainwater - Manager of HR at Asurion
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[Slide Deck] Germany: A Top Global Destination For Talent And Key Things To Know
Join Envoy Global and Global Mobility Solutions for a primer on Germany’s talent landscape and immigration-friendly policies, as well as key considerations for employers.
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1:08Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Simcorp
Victoria Turk - Director of HR at Simcorp North America
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[Slide Deck] Top Ten Perks For Foreign Nationals in 2019
In this webinar, Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, will highlight the most popular immigration perks offered by employers.
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1:31Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Frontpoint
Amy Gulati - Senior Manager of Talent Operations at Frontpoint
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[Slide Deck] Around The World with Envoy: Global Trends
Get up to speed on the current global mobility landscape in this can’t-miss webinar from Envoy Global.
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1:19Watch VideoCustomer Testimonials - Centro
Emilie Clark - Director of Total Rewards at Centro
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[Slide Deck] A Guide to Setting Up An Immigration Program
This webinar from Envoy and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, will guide attendees through the key components of an effective immigration program.
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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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59:04Watch VideoA Beginner’s Guide to the H -1B Lottery
With the FY 2021 H-1B cap season approaching, it’s the perfect time to brush up on the H-1B lottery.
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[Slide Deck] Immigration Considerations When Going Through Mergers And Acquisitions
Envoy Global and Global Immigration Associates examine how companies can future-proof their immigration program and avoid disruptions during a merger or acquisition at their organization.
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41:10Watch VideoThe ABCs of Global Mobility
Join Envoy Global for an overview on global immigration terminology that will enable you to send talent abroad with confidence.
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[Slide Deck] Everything You Need To Know About The P Visa
Rare but useful, the P visas allow internationally known athletes and entertainers to travel to the U.S. to perform at various events or develop and coach cultural and artistic programs.
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33:09Watch VideoQ3 Quarterly Policy Update
Join Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, for a webinar that breaks down all the immigration news and updates that we saw in the third quarter of 2019.
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[Slide Deck] PERM Recruitment 102: PERM Recruitment 102: Navigating the Visa Bulletin and Other Green Card Trends
Go beyond the basics with Envoy and GIA in a webinar that will discuss additional considerations for PERM recruitment and the green card process.
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41:02Watch VideoAround The World With Envoy: Trends And Policies In APAC
Join Envoy Global for this webinar that unravels the complexities of the global mobility landscape in various APAC destination countries.
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[Slide Deck] 5 Key Ingredients For Building Your Global Rotational Program
Learn all about global rotation programs and walk away with five key steps to successfully launch or refine one at your organization.
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53:13Watch VideoThe New NAFTA: How The USMCA Affects The TN Visa
This month’s webinar from Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, will cover key considerations about the USMCA and provide a full look at the TN visa.
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[Slide Deck] Government Immigration Data: How To Use It And Why It Matters
Join Envoy Global for a debriefing on government immigration data released by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
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50:41Watch VideoGermany: A Top Global Destination For Talent and Key Things To Know
Join Envoy Global and Global Mobility Solutions for a primer on Germany’s talent landscape and immigration friendly policies, as well as key considerations for employers.
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[Slide Deck] Maintaining Your Company's Immigration Policy During Times of Political Uncertainty
Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, GIA, will share actionable insights to help you not just navigate the changing immigration landscape, but succeed in it.
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39:17Watch VideoTop 10 Perks for Foreign Nationals in 2019
In this webinar, Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, will highlight the most popular immigration perks offered by employers.
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[Slide Deck] Canada: The Next Big Talent Strategy
Join Envoy Global and Mobsquad for a webinar that breaks down everything you need to know about Canada as a destination for global talent.
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40:40Watch VideoAround the World With Envoy: Global Trends
Get up to speed on the current global mobility landscape in this can’t-miss webinar from Envoy Global.
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[Slide Deck] Examining the E Treaty Visas
Join Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, for a webinar that provides valuable background and insight on E treaty visas.
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41:11Watch VideoA Guide To Setting Up An Immigration Program
This webinar from Envoy and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, will guide attendees through the key components of an effective immigration program.
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Read More[Slide Deck] Meeting The Challenges of Change: Global Mobility Assignments
Join Envoy Global, AIRINC and Mobility Empowered for a discussion on how to successfully navigate global mobility complexities and much more.
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44:37Watch VideoImmigration Considerations When Going Through Mergers and Acquisitions
Envoy Global and Global Immigration Associates examine how companies can future-proof their immigration program and avoid disruptions during a merger or acquisition.
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[Slide Deck] 2019 Mid Year State of Immigration
From USCIS policy changes, to the H-1B lottery and a merit-based proposal from President Trump, there's been plenty of news and updates to keep tabs on.
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43:15Watch VideoStartup Wars: The Fight to Attract Top Foreign Talent
The competition for foreign talent is fierce—particularly in Silicon Valley—and many of these companies are reliant on foreign talent to help their growth.
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38:57Watch VideoEverything You Need To Know About The P Visa
Rare but useful, the P visas allow internationally known athletes and entertainers to travel to the U.S. to perform at various events or develop and coach cultural and artistic programs.
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Read More[Slide Deck] Today's Global Mobility Landscape: Insights to Help Tech Companies Succeed in 2019
Envoy Global and Velocity Global will provide an overview of today’s immigration landscape in some of the world’s most attractive countries for global expansion.
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49:35Watch VideoPERM Recruitment 102: Navigating the Visa Bulletin and Other Green Card Trends
Go beyond the basics with Envoy and GIA in a webinar that will discuss additional considerations for PERM recruitment and the green card process.
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[Slide Deck] Insights Into O-1 Visa
This month, we’re diving into the O-1 visa, the employment-based visa reserved for individuals with extraordinary talent.
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40:27Watch VideoPERM Recruitment 101: What Is It and Tips to Succeed
Join Envoy and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, for an informative webinar that will discuss the PERM process.
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41:24Watch Video5 Key Ingredients for Building Your Global Rotational Program
Learn all about global rotation programs and walk away with five key steps to successfully launch or refine one at your organization.
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[Slide Deck] Startup Wars: The Fight To Attract Top Foreign Talent
We’ll discuss Silicon Valley’s reliance on foreign talent and the role immigration plays in fast-growing companies
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41:44Watch VideoGovernment Immigration Data: How To Use It and Why It Matters
Join Envoy Global for a debriefing on government immigration data released by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
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[Slide Deck] Insights Into L-1 Visa
In this webinar, learn valuable insights on the L-1 visa.
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Read More[Slide Deck] PERM Recruitment 101: What Is It and Tips To Succeed
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0:00Watch VideoCanada: The Next Big Talent Strategy
Join Envoy Global and Mobsquad for a webinar that breaks down everything you need to know about Canada as a destination for global talent.
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[Slide Deck] Canada's Emergence as a Destination For Foreign Talent
Immerse yourself in Canada’s immigration policies and how they differ from current U.S. policies.
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42:08Watch VideoExamining The E Treaty Visas
Join Envoy Global and its affiliated law firm, Global Immigration Associates, for a webinar that provides valuable background and insight on E treaty visas.
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Read More[Slide Deck] The Dollar Costs of Immigration for Employers, Current Employees and Future Foreign Talent
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59:26Watch VideoMeeting The Challenges of Change: Global Mobility Assignments
Join Envoy Global, AIRINC and Mobility Empowered for a discussion on how to successfully navigate global mobility complexities and more.
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43:52Watch Video2019 Mid Year State of Immigration
From USCIS policy changes, to the H-1B lottery and a merit-based proposal from President Trump, there's been plenty of news and updates to keep tabs on.
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52:34Watch VideoToday's Global Mobility Overview: Insights To Help Tech Companies Succeed In 2019
Envoy Global and Velocity Global will provide an overview of today’s immigration landscape.
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34:42Watch VideoInsights Into The O-1 Visa
This month, we’re diving into the O-1 visa, the employment-based visa reserved for individuals with extraordinary talent.
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42:06Watch VideoInsights Into The L-1 Visa
In this webinar, learn valuable insights on the L-1 visa.
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Read ArticleJudges Stop Public Charge Rule From Going Into Effect
The 'public charge' rule was blocked by three separate judges on Friday, Oct. 11— days before it was set to be implemented.
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Read ArticleTalent Acquisition Trends To Watch This Year: Q&A With Lindsay Dagiantis
Artificial Intelligence. The gig economy. Personalization. We sat down with Envoy Global’s Vice President of Human Resources Lindsay Dagiantis to learn how these trends will shape talent acquisition.
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Read ArticleMeet the Female Entrepreneurs Behind Three Successful Businesses
The number of female entrepreneurs launching successful businesses is on the rise. Most noteworthy is the increasing number of female entrepreneurs who are also immigrants. A new study from the...
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Read ArticleThe Do's and Don’ts of a Flawless Onboarding Experience For Foreign Talent
Foreign talent is an investment in your workforce, and going the extra mile to ensure that employees are well-settled can help retain talent for the long-term.
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Read ArticleOFLC Discloses Schedule for LCA Electronic Filing
OFLC has released the schedule for its forthcoming implementation of the new FLAG system for the Labor Condition Application program.
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Read ArticleThe Building Blocks of A Stellar Immigration Program
Recruiters are making immigration a part of their larger talent acquisition strategy to fill roles faster and more effectively. Consider these four building blocks for your immigration program.
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Read ArticleHow Canada Is Welcoming 1,000,000 Immigrants by 2021
The employment-based immigration systems of the U.S. and Canada is a clear example of polarizing ideologies. At the beginning of 2019, the Canadian government unveiled its goal of attracting 1...
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Read ArticleH-1B Petitioners May Have To Pay New Fee, According To Proposed Rule
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has filed a notice of proposed rulemaking that would require petitioners seeking to file H-1B visa petitions to pay a small electronic registration fee.
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Read ArticleGreen Card Trends Talent Acquisition Teams Should Know About
Of all the immigration-related perks that companies offer, there’s one that stands out from the rest: green card sponsorship. Foreign national employees are looking for the peace of mind and...
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Read ArticleEnvoy Global Chosen as Finalist for ITA CityLIGHTS Awards
Envoy Global, the technology leader in global immigration and workforce mobility, was recently selected as a finalist for the Illinois Technology Association’s 20th annual CityLIGHTS Awards.
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Read ArticleIntroducing Envoy Insights, The Latest Data-Driven Endeavor from Immigration Technology Startup Envoy Global
What is Envoy Insights? Envoy Insights’ mission is to provide a centralized location for employment-based immigration data and analysis. Whether you’re a journalist, an analyst or a human...
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Financial Engines Enhances Employee Experience With Immigration Technology
Read the case study to see how Financial Engines overcame these challenges to provide a better employee experience for its foreign national employees.
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Read ArticleBipartisan Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act Passes House
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Fairness for High Skilled Immigrants Act in a bipartisan manner.
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New Zealand Nationals Eligible for E-1 and E-2 Nonimmigrant Classifications
Starting June 10, 2019, certain New Zealand nationals can request a change of status to the E-1 nonimmigrant trader classification or the E-2 nonimmigrant investor classification.
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Read Article3 Takeaways From Updated USCIS RFE Rates
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated and released its request for evidence (RFE) dataset. The additional data provides more transparency into the organization’s scrutiny...
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Read ArticleVisa Applicants Must Now Provide Social Media Information
All visa applicants must now submit their social media usernames after a recent U.S. Department of State policy update.
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Read ArticleForeign National Hiring Trends In The U.S.
A larger number of companies are seeking to hire foreign talent. According to Envoy’s 2019 Immigration Trends report, 43% of employers said talent acquisition was the main reason for growth in...
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Read ArticleTackling the Skills Gap with Foreign Talent
As the skills gap continues, companies must look for talent outside U.S. borders to fill key roles By 2020, there will be an estimated global shortage of 40 million high-skilled workers. This...
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Read ArticleGovernment Policy Changes
According to the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), average case processing time has increased by 91% since FY 2014*. In turn, employee anxiety has also increased and the potentially...
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44:48Watch VideoCanada’s Emergence as a Destination for Foreign Talent
Immerse yourself in Canada’s immigration policies and how they differ from current U.S. policies
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