News Alert: Possible Suspension of Immigration
News Alert: Possible Suspension of Immigration Dear Client, At approximately 7pm on April 20th, 2020, Trump tweeted the following: “In light of the attack from the Invisible Enemy, as well[…]
Category: News Updates
DHS and USDA Move to Protect American Farmers and Ensure Continued Flow of America’s Food Supply
All it took was a global pandemic for USCIS to start behaving somewhat reasonably. The agency recently announced some temporary flexibility and relaxation of requirements as pertains to H-2A agricultural[…]
COVID-19 Delays in Extension/Change of Status Filings
USCIS announced today that the agency recognizes that COVID-19 is presenting unique immigration-related challenges, particularly in the sense that a global pandemic may make it difficult for nonimmigrants to depart[…]
USCIS Wants Bank Information from U.S. Greencard Sponsors
As the saying goes, never let a good crisis go to waste. While the world is reeling from COVID-19 and the significant disruption it has caused everyone’s daily lives, the[…]
EB5 visa processing changes implemented on 3.31.2020
EB5 visa applications processing methods have just undergone a significant change in how they are processed. For once, I applaud this administration’s USCIS efforts for a positive outcome. Instead of[…]
USCIS Offices Remain Closed Through May 3
USCIS clarified its office closures announcement with a helpful chart on action needed to be taken (if any) by those affected by the closures. For the most part, no action[…]
FY 2021 H-1B Cap Petitions May Be Filed as of April 1
USCIS announced today that petitioners whose electronic registrations were selected may now file cap-subject H-1B petitions with the agency. Employers and/or their representatives have now all been notified of selections,[…]
USCIS Temporary Office Closure Extended until at least May 3
USCIS announced today that their office closures will be extended until at least May 3, 2020 due to COVID-19. At the moment they plan to re-open to the public on[…]
COVID-19 and Immigration: Some Insights
I was fortunate enough to be able to provide some insights into Covid-19 effects on immigration. Here are links to a webinar hosted by the Indian Association of Western Washington[…]
USCIS to Continue Processing Applications for Employment Authorization Extension Requests Despite Application Support Center Closures
USCIS continues to offer flexibility in light of COVID-19 disruptions to their operations. Today USCIS announced that they will continue processing EAD extension applications using previously submitted biometrics, given that[…]