USCIS officers will now possess full law enforcement powers, including authority to carry firearms, execute warrants, make arrests, and investigate civil and criminal violations of immigration law within USCIS jurisdiction....more
9/5/2025
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Work Visas
Beginning on September 2, 2025, U.S. consulates will implement a more restrictive version of the nonimmigrant visa (NIV) interview waiver (IW) program. The IW program is also commonly referred to as “drop box” visa...more
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released updated policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual regarding certain eligibility requirements, including filing, requirements for classification, and change of status...more
In March 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) made several changes to various immigration relief programs, which were enjoined in different federal district courts. More recently, the Supreme Court of the United...more
On May 19, 2025, the US Supreme Court issued a decision that allows the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to move forward with the termination of the 2023 Venezuela Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation. The...more
5/22/2025
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Temporary Protected Status ,
USCIS ,
Venezuela
Question: We are worried that there may be an increase in worksite enforcement investigations. What can we do in preparation?...more
1/27/2025
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Compliance ,
Department of Labor (DOL) ,
E-Verify ,
Employment Eligibility Verification ,
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Form I-9 ,
H-1B ,
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Immigration Procedures ,
Wage and Hour
On December 17, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the final implementation of the long-anticipated H-1B modernization rule. This rule, titled “Modernizing H-1B Requirements, Providing Flexibility in...more
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the White House recently unveiled a new initiative that promises to transform the lives of undocumented noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens. Scheduled to start taking...more
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently announced a significant update regarding Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. Effective immediately, any Form I-693...more
On January 24, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) introduced significant changes regarding untimely filed requests for change of status or extension of stay for nonimmigrants, particularly under...more