Recent U.S. government actions have created significant challenges for foreign nationals returning to the U.S. from international travel. To ensure a smoother entry process, travelers should consider taking proactive steps to...more
As the second Trump administration takes office, we offer the following considerations for visa holders (F-1, H-1B, L-1, E-2, TN, and others) who are seeking to travel internationally....more
2/13/2025
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On October 23, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend the H-1B regulations. These proposed rules are seen as a significant step to modernize the H-1B...more
It was widely reported last month—including by the Wall Street Journal and Associated Press— that the U.S. government is investigating alleged collusion by some companies to “increase the chances that their prospective...more
U.S. Department of State provides clarification on exemptions from visa ban-
On August 12, 2020, the U.S. Department of State updated its guidance to clarify those who are considered exempt from the executive order...more
In an effort to further curb the H-1B visa program, President Trump signed an executive order directing federal agencies to review the hiring practices of federal contractors and subcontractors with respect to their use of...more
On June 22, 2020, the president signed an executive order suspending visa issuance for specific classes of visas. Citing economic concerns, the order suspends entry into the United States of those foreign nationals who seek...more
6/23/2020
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has extended the suspension of in-person services at its local field offices and application support centers until at least June 4. The agency has stated that it is preparing to...more
On April 22, 2020, President Trump signed an Executive Order that prevents U.S. Consulates from issuing immigrant visas to applicants for U.S. Lawful Permanent Residence status who are currently located outside the United...more
The H-1B visa program contains a number of employer obligations that may be difficult to meet while undertaking work-from-home policies, layoffs, and other actions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. For employers seeking...more
On Wednesday, March 18th the United States and Canada announced they will begin suspending all “non-essential” travel between the two countries. Details of the agreement have not yet been finalized.
Effective Wednesday,...more
Concern for the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused a number of organizations to consider new measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including school and office closures and event cancellations. Compounding these...more