Although congress has all but halted in moving forward with Comprehensive Immigration Reform (CIR), small-bore immigration persist on at an administrative level. These minor actions can be contributed to part of Obama’s measures to keep pressure on congress in developing CIR. Recently on November … Read more about New USCIS Policy Protects Immediate Family Members of U.S. Citizens
Government Shutdown Effecting Immigration Reform
Although officially the U.S. government shutdown has ended, many are wondering what kind of ripple effects will be associated with it. Although the U.S. full faith and credit was not destroyed, there are still some latent effects which were caused by the hiatus. These latent effects are … Read more about Government Shutdown Effecting Immigration Reform
Government Shutdown Causes Visa Processing Delays
The recent U.S. Federal Government shutdown will impact immigration services in a number of ways and throughout several different agencies. This article will touch upon the effects in which the shutdown will have on petitions, labor certifications and visas. Immigration services can easily be … Read more about Government Shutdown Causes Visa Processing Delays
New Identity Verification Implemented in Local USCIS Offices
For those those with upcoming immigration interviews, there is a new announcement. Individuals with interviews at USCIS offices are now required to submit biographic information in order to confirm their identity. This new measure is put in place as an anti-fraud tool and allows USCIS to confirm … Read more about New Identity Verification Implemented in Local USCIS Offices
DOL Denies PERM Applications – Engineering Degrees Targeted
Life for individuals pursuing IT related positions may have just gotten even more stressful. In recent weeks, there have been numerous reports of PERM applications being rejected for having “overly broad” educational requirements. This development is concerning in several ways. First of these being … Read more about DOL Denies PERM Applications – Engineering Degrees Targeted
What’s Left for UNVA?
On July 15, 2013 the University of Northern Virginia (UNVA) was shut down by the State Council of Higher Education (SCHEV). Although the decision of the school is perfectly clear, what is to become of its students? Without any direction, UNVA students are investigating their various options. UNVA … Read more about What’s Left for UNVA?
USCIS Now Allows Direct Email Employee Notification in E-verify System
USCIS has recently announced its new changes to the E-Verify system aimed at improving the quality of customer service. The new alteration allows for the option for prospective employees to provide their email addresses on form I-9. This would allow employees to be notified directly via email of any … Read more about USCIS Now Allows Direct Email Employee Notification in E-verify System
Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization
The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration and Modernization Act is still a red hot topic in the world of immigration news. This bill has been affected by several recent developments since first being voted out of the Senate judiciary committee. Some of the most important of these … Read more about Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization
USCIS Releases Revised G-28 Form
On March 28, 2013, in an official communication, USCIS released news that it would be replacing the current G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance of Attorney or Accredited Representative with a new version. What implications does this hold for those seeking to begin new cases with USCIS? It means … Read more about USCIS Releases Revised G-28 Form