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USCIS to Transfer Some FY 2023 H-1B Cap Petitions to the California Service Center
USCIS has announced that it will transfer some FY 2023 H-1B cap-subject petitions to the California Service Center from the Vermont Service Center for processing.
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USCIS Announces Longer Automatic Extension for Eligible EAD Renewals
On May 4, 2022, USCIS will increase the automatic extension period for eligible Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) from 180 days to 540 days.
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USCIS Announces Plan Expanding Premium Processing and Enhancing Internal Efficiency
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced a plan to improve efficiency and reduce immigration system burdens in the agency that have led to severe application processing backlogs.
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USCIS Issues New Guidance for O-1 Petitions
On Jan. 21, 2022, USCIS issued new policy guidance for certain O-1 Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement visas.
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DHS Expands STEM Program to Add More Fields of Study
DHS has published a notice in the Federal Register on Jan. 21, 2022 that adds 22 new qualifying fields of study to the STEM program.
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State Department Exempts Some Immigrant Visa Applicants from Fees
On Jan. 19, 2021, the State Department issued a final rule that exempts some immigrant visa applicants from paying visa application fees.
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State Department Issues February 2022 Visa Bulletin
The State Department has released the February 2022 Visa Bulletin, which will use either the Final Action Dates or the Dates for Filing chart based on USCIS's decision.
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State Department Proposes Fee Increases for Certain Nonimmigrant Visas and J-Waiver Fee
The State Department has published a proposed rule to increase application processing fees for various visa applications at U.S. consulates around the world.
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DOS and DHS Waive Interview Requirement for Certain Nonimmigrant Visas
DOS and DHS will waive the in-person interview requirement for some nonimmigrant visa applicants through 2022.
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USCIS Waives 60-Day Signature Rule for Form I-693 Medical Exam
USCIS is temporarily waiving a requirement that Form I-693 must be signed by the civil surgeon performing the examination no more than 60 days before an applicant applies for an immigration benefit.
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USCIS Conducts Third Random Selection From FY 2022 H-1B Cap Registrations
USCIS has announced a third random selection for H-1B cap registrations. The filing period for petitions will start on November 22, 2021 and end on February 23, 2022.
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ICE Updates Guidance for Form I-20 Electronic Signatures and Transmissions
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has updated policy guidance on the use of electronic signatures and transmission for Form I-20.
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Delays Updated for Passport Services
The U.S. Department of State has provided updates on delays related to passport services.
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November 2021 Visa Bulletin Issued by State Department
The State Department has released the November 2021 Visa Bulletin, which will use the Dates for Filing Chart.
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Biden Administration Orders ICE to Halt Worksite Arrests
This week, the Biden administration ordered an end to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids at worksites that often result in large-scale immigration arrests.
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Government Shutdown Looms; Immigration Processes May Be Affected
A stopgap measure or FY2022 spending legislation must pass by Oct. 1, 2021 to avoid the government shutdown.
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U.S. Extends North American Land Border Closures Through October 21, 2021
Due to COVID-19, the U.S. government will extend existing U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada land border closures through Oct. 21, 2021.
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In-Person Interview Waivers Expanded for F, J and M Visa Applicants
The State Department has expanded an existing policy to waive in-person interviews for visa applicants due to COVID-19. The policy now extends to F, M and academic J applicants.
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USCIS Updates Policies for Visitors to Field Offices
USCIS has provided updates for visitors to its field offices due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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CDC to Mandate COVID-19 Vaccines for Immigrant Visa and Green Card Applicants
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will soon require full COVID-19 vaccination for immigrant visa and green card applicants.
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