Immigration News, Information, and Latest Happenings
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Helping Our Healthcare Partners through Employment-based Immigration
We help our healthcare partners secure access to the physicians they need through the J-1 waiver and H-1B cap-exempt work visa processes.
Revised I-9 Form Becomes Available on August 1, 2023
On Aug. 1, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will publish a revised version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
An Introduction to Nationality/Treaty-based Work Visas: TN, E-3, and H-1B1
For those seeking to come to the U.S. through an employer, a nationality-based work visa such as the TN, E-3, or H-1B1 may be a good fit.
I-9 COVID-19 Flexibilities Ending Soon
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that employers will have 30 days to achieve compliance with Form I-9 requirements after the COVID-19 flexibilities sunset on July 31, 2023.
DOS Final Rule Increasing Visa Application Fees and H-1B Cap Update
Two news alerts from the ImLaw team.
Not I-9 Compliant? It Could Cost You.
Form I-9 is used to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
Work Visas and Green Cards for Foreign Language Immersion Teachers
For educational organizations, employment-based immigration can be critical to growing their team with the best talent.
ImLaw Answers FAQs about the Most Common Interested Government Agency (IGA) Waivers for Physicians
Learn about programs that allow international medical graduates to apply for a waiver of the two-year home residence requirement.
H-1B Cap-Exempt Employers and Individuals
Certain employers and individuals are H-1B cap-exempt, meaning they are not subject to the 85,000 annual limit and can file H-1B petitions for individuals at any time throughout the year.
DACA Updates: What You Need to Know
On August 30, 2022, the USCIS published a final rule that codifies the DACA 2012 policy into regulation. Here are updates and what you need to know about DACA.
Alternatives to the H-1B for Students Not Selected in the Lottery
What are the most feasible options for F-1 students not selected in the H-1B lottery? Today we will explore these alternatives.
ImLaw Answers Frequently Asked Questions about the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
The E-2 investor visa offers many benefits but can be complex to navigate. In today’s post, we will address some commonly asked questions about the E-2 visa and how ImLaw can help.
Requirements of the L-1 Visa
Here are some key requirements of the L-1 visa category and how ImLaw can guide you to a successful application.
Benefits of the L-1 Visa
One particular type of temporary work visa, called an L-1 visa, is available to foreign nationals who are seeking an intracompany transfer from a qualifying organization outside the United States to one within the U.S.
New COVID-19 Testing Requirements for All Inbound Travelers
Beginning December 6, 2021, all individuals traveling into the United States two years or older via air travel, regardless of citizenship or vaccination status, must take a COVID-19 viral test (either PCR or antigen) and show a negative result to the airline, no more than one calendar day before boarding a flight.
Conquering Fear of the Unknown in Immigration Law
Often when we visited the ImLaw office, we had lots of questions. We were anxious about what was going to happen next, and we feared the unknown. Susan took time to answer our questions and encourage us. She assured us that she would do everything possible to help us get our immigration matters resolved.
New Travel Ban on 8 Southern African Countries
In addition to South Africa, the affected countries are Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Mozambique and Malawi. The travel ban will not apply to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, however, they will need to show a negative COVID-19 test result prior to boarding their flight.