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H-1B Supplemental Fee

Exemptions, Compliance & Enforcement Challenges Under the New H-1B Supplemental Fee Framework

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Introduction The recent presidential proclamation imposing a substantial supplemental fee on new H-1B petitions has introduced a complex layer of regulatory obligations for U.S. employers. While the stated objective is to safeguard U.S. labor interests, the reality is that employers—especially those hiring foreign nationals from abroad—now face a strict compliance environment marked by interpretive ambiguity, […]

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CR-1 Visa

CR-1 / IR-1 vs. K-1 Visa: Legal Overview, Practical Comparison & Strategic Recommendations

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Family-based immigration remains one of the strongest pillars of U.S. immigration law, governed primarily by the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Two of the most commonly used pathways for couples are the Marriage-Based Immigrant Visa (CR-1/IR-1) and the K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa. Though both lead to permanent residence, their legal frameworks, timelines, financial responsibilities, and overall

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The 2025 Immigration Law

The 2025 Immigration Law: What Congress Passed and What It Means for Immigration Reform, Border Security, Visa Backlogs, and Non-Citizen Residents

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Overview — What Became Law In mid-2025, the U.S. Congress approved a sweeping budget and policy package—enacted as H.R. 1, dubbed by many the “One Big Beautiful Bill”—which includes a broad array of immigration-related provisions. These span enforcement funding, detention capacity, user-fees, parole rules, adjudication processes and other administrative authorities. The bill passed both houses

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Employment Authorization Document

Legal Analysis: DHS Interim Final Rule Eliminating Automatic Extensions of Employment Authorization Documents

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On October 29, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) formally announced forthcoming regulatory changes to employment authorization procedures under the immigration framework. This announcement Indicated DHS’s intent to modify existing Employment Authorization Document (EAD) processing standards, thereby affecting how renewal applications would be handled moving forward. On October 30, 2025, the U.S. Department

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H-1B and H-4 visa holders

U.S. Supreme Court Declines to Review Rule Allowing H-1B Spouses to Work

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In a pivotal decision on October 14, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a challenge to a 2015 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule permitting certain spouses of H-1B visa holders to work in the United States. This decision effectively upholds a 2019 ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District

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Navigating Conditional Green Cards

Navigating Conditional Green Cards and the Removal of Conditions: A Comprehensive Legal Guide

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Obtaining lawful permanent resident status in the United States represents a significant legal milestone. However, not all green cards confer unconditional permanent residency. Certain categories of immigrants, particularly those granted status through marriage-based petitions or investment-based programs, may initially receive a conditional green card, valid for a period of two years. Understanding the legal requirements,

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H-1B immigration process

H-1B Reform 2025: What Employers Need to Know About the Presidential Proclamation

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Introduction On September 19, 2025, the President of the United States issued a Presidential Proclamation titled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Non-immigrant Workers.” Acting under the authority of Sections 212(f) and 215(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), the order introduces sweeping changes to how H-1B non-immigrant workers may enter the United States. This

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H-1B Petition

USCIS Issues Clarification on the $100,000 H-1B Proclamation Fee: Scope, Applicability, and Employer Guidance

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Background On September 19, 2025, the President issued a Proclamation under sections 212(f) and 215(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) imposing a $100,000 supplemental fee on certain H-1B petitions. The measure, effective 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025, was announced as part of broader reforms intended to prioritize domestic employment opportunities and

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