As state-level policies shift and public attitudes change, the immigration consequences for foreign nationals with any history...
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When a U.S. employer sponsors foreign workers in H-1B status, especially after mergers, acquisitions, or ownership changes,...
On April 22, 2025, the Department of State revised its Foreign Affairs Manual (9 FAM 601.14) regarding...
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On January 20, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14159, Protecting the American People Against Invasion. This...
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In many parts of the world—especially in South Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa—it is...
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Employers sponsoring foreign national employees for permanent residence under the PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) process must...
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USCIS announced on July 18, 2025, that it has received enough H-1B petitions to meet the congressionally...
On February 14, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California issued a significant...
The O-1 visa offers a unique opportunity for individuals with extraordinary ability to live and work in...
For international students in the United States, Optional Practical Training (OPT) is often the most critical step...
On June 11, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a sweeping enforcement memorandum that signals a...
