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16 Oct 2023

USCIS Extends Maximum Validity Period for Certain EADs

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that, effective immediately, the maximum validity period of certain categories of employment authorization documents (EADs) will increase from one or two years to five years. This procedural change should help to reduce burdens on applicants and...

21:41 / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / USCIS News / Worker
05 Oct 2023

After my project ended last month, my employer did not have another project lined up for me, so I was laid off. That same employer now has a new project available for me. If the employer files an H1B amendment for me before the end of my grace period, can I immediately resume working for them on the new project?

Answer Based on FAQs issued by the USCIS earlier this year, it seems that yes, you generally would be allowed to resume working for this employer as soon as the amendment is filed. (05.Oct.2023)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For...

08:36 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / USCIS News / Worker
28 Sep 2023

USCIS Exempting Biometrics Fee for all I-539 Applicants, Effective 01.Oct.2023

Beginning October 1, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will exempt all I-539 applicants from paying the $85 biometrics service fee. This exemption will apply indefinitely. Background Information In 2019, the USCIS implemented a policy that required most form I-539 applicants to complete biometrics screening...

07:39 / For Families / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Student / USCIS News / Visitor / Worker
25 Sep 2023

Possible Government Shutdown as of 01.Oct.2023

Congress must pass a spending bill to extend government operations before October 1, 2023, or else a temporary shutdown of the federal government will go into effect. This would be the first shutdown of the Biden Administration. Annual Budget Process and History of Shutdowns The money needed...

06:48 / Consulates / Employment Based / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / Homeland Security / NewsBrief / Resident / Travel / USCIS News / Worker