The Role of Premium Processing in H-1B Applications: Benefits and Limitations
IntroductionThe H-1B visa program serves as a pivotal mechanism for permitting foreign professionals to engage…
Legal Pathways Following H-1B Petition Denial: Change of Status and Motions Explained
The H‑1B visa is a critical work authorization pathway for many skilled foreign workers in…
H‑1B to Green Card: Current Backlogs and Waiting Times by Country of Origin
IntroductionFor foreign nationals on H‑1B visas pursuing U.S. permanent residency, the transition to a green…
NTAs and the Legal Immigrant Paradox: Protected on Paper, Vulnerable in Practice
Introduction Legal immigration in the United States is often portrayed as a secure pathway to…
International Travel Considerations During the F-1 to H-1B Transition
As the new fiscal year approaches, many individuals in F-1 status—particularly those working under Optional…
Navigating Immigration Alternatives After H-1B Cap Closure and Employment Termination
As of July 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has officially reached the congressionally…
Understanding the 60-Day Grace Period: Are H-1B Visa Holders at Risk of Deportation
Introduction Recent updates from the legal community and emerging client cases have sparked widespread concern…
Labor Shortages Intensify as Employment-Based Immigration Declines
The United States is experiencing a growing labor shortage, driven in part by gaps in…
USCIS to Implement New Immigration Benefit Fees Soon
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it will soon begin collecting…
Trump’s Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship Faces Legal Roadblocks
On January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed Executive Order 14160, titled “Protecting the…
The Possibility of a Second H-1B Lottery in Fiscal Year 2026
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has yet to officially confirm whether a second…
Form I-485: Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
Form I-485 is used by individuals in the United States to apply for lawful permanent…