EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) – Requirements & Process The EB-2 NIW allows eligible foreign nationals to obtain permanent residence without employer sponsorship, provided they demonstrate that their work serves the national interest of the United States. Key Advantages of EB-2 NIW No Job Offer Required: You can self-petition and are not dependent on an …
Visa Bond Pilot Program for B 1/B 2 Applicants
The U.S. Department of State has issued a Temporary Final Rule (TFR) establishing a 12-month visa bond pilot program, which applies to B1/B2 visa applicants from select countries with high overstay rates, deficient vetting data, or citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programs. This pilot requires visa applicants to post a Maintenance of Status and Departure Bond of $5,000, $10,000, or …
Invitation for Employers Needing Assistance with Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Filing
Dear Employers, We hope this message finds you well. In light of the recent federal requirement mandating the reporting of Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI), we understand that employers, like yourself, may have questions and concerns about compliance. At Somireddy Law Group, we are here to offer our expertise and support to assist you in …
New Regulations From DOL & FTC Effecting Non Compete Agreements
!!Attention Employers!! New regulations from DOL & FTC aimed at curtailing employment based non-competes and increase the base salary for over time exemption effecting employers throughout the US. This week is soon turning out to be crucial for all US Employers, with both the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Federal Trade …