USCIS Announces End of COVID-Related Flexibilities

Compelling Circumstances Employment Authorization Document (EAD)

1. What is a compelling circumstances EAD? A Compelling Circumstances Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is a special type of work permit issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). It allows certain non-U.S. citizens with approved I-140; specifically, those on H-1B/L-1/E-3/O status from countries like India/China that have an extensive backlog of Employment based …

Employment Termination Legal Terms

TERMINATING A FOREIGN WORKER? A Few Considerations

(H-1B, H-1B1, E-1/E-2, E-3, TN, L-1, O-1) Terminating an employee is always a difficult decision. The situation becomes more complex and has additional challenges when foreign workers are concerned. The employers must comply with federal regulations and could face consequences if the foreign worker is not terminated properly. It is advisable to consult with both …

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USCIS recommends immediate (EB-3 to EB-2) interfiling (if eligible)

USCIS has released a statement on January 21, ​2022, confirming that there are an exceptionally high number of employment-based visas available for this fiscal year (October 2021 through September 2022). Many more visas are available in the EB-1 & EB-2 categories compared to the number of AOS applications that are currently pending with USCIS. Hence, …

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Important Announcement on Waivers of the Interview Requirement for Certain Nonimmigrant Visas

Important Announcement on Waivers of the Interview Requirement for Certain Nonimmigrant Visas  Ref: News Update from Depart of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs 12/23/2021 The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Department of Homeland Security, has authorized consular officers through the end of 2022 to waive the in-person interview requirement for certain temporary …