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International Entrepreneurial Parole Investment Amounts Adjusted for Inflation

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The International Entrepreneur Rule (“IER”) is a mechanism enacted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) in 2017 to help encourage noncitizen investors and entrepreneurs to continue their business ventures in...more

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Navigating PERM Recruitment Successfully

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This article first appeared on HR.com. View the original article here.  The process of applying for green card sponsorships for foreign workers has become increasingly complex for employers in recent years. This is due in...more

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MVA Immigration News Roundup

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Welcome to the first installment of MVA’s Business Immigration Quarterly! Each quarter we will be bringing you a roundup of current trends, important issues, and interesting topics in the business immigration community. ...more

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Illinois Guidance Finds Law Does Not Prohibit Private Employers from Using E-Verify

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The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has just issued some much-needed guidance, through Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), on whether enrollment and use of E-Verify is prohibited in Illinois for private employers that do...more

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Settlement Requiring Near-Contemporaneous Adjudication of Properly Bundled Forms I-539 and I-765 to Sunset in January 2025

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may no longer be simultaneously adjudicating dependent status and work permit applications after January 18, 2025....more

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November 1 Deadline Looms as Texas Hospitals Struggle to Track Costs Related to Immigration Status

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On November 1, certain Texas hospitals must comply with an Executive Order issued by Governor Greg Abbott on August 8, 2024 (Order), requiring them to document medical costs related to the care of individuals without legal...more

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Correction to Federal Register Notice: Fiscal Year 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery Closes on November 7, 2024

On October 28, 2024, the U.S. Department of State announced a correction to an error in the Federal Register and thereby changed the deadline to register for the fiscal year (FY) 2026 Diversity Visa (DV) lottery from November...more

Foodman CPAs & Advisors

An ITIN is Not Valid Identification Outside the Federal Tax System

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An ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is a tax processing number issued by the IRS to foreign nationals and others who have federal tax reporting or filing requirements and do not qualify for Social Security...more

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November 2024 Visa Bulletin Released

The Department of State released the November 2024 Visa Bulletin and USCIS will continue to accept employment-based Adjustment of Status applications based on the Dates for Filing chart. All employment-based categories...more

Holland & Hart - Employers' Lawyers

Current Issues in Fall 2024 for PERM Labor Certifications: What Employers Need to Know

As we move through Fall 2024, employers navigating the PERM labor certification process face a range of challenges. The process—essential for sponsoring foreign workers for permanent residency—has become more complex due to...more

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New TPS and DED Protections for Lebanese Nationals: What You Need to Know

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In a significant move, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended temporary immigration protections for Lebanese nationals currently residing in the United States. These measures, which include Temporary...more

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Fiscal Year 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery Open Through November 5, 2024

On October 2, 2024, the U.S. Department of State opened the annual Diversity Visa (DV) lottery registration period for fiscal year (FY) 2026. The online registration program is free to all registrants, and the State...more

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Beltway Buzz - October 2024 #4

The Beltway Buzz is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C., could impact your business....more

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US Department of State Releases November 2024 Visa Bulletin

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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will use the Dates for Filing for Employment-Based Adjustment of Status Applications chart in November 2024. The Dates for Filing chart reflects no advancement....more

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What Lebanese Nationals Currently in U.S. Should Know About TPS Designation, DED Option

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) designated Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months due to the conditions in that country caused by the conflict across the Israeli-Lebanese border. The Oct. 17,...more

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USCIS Has Introduced E-Verify+ — What Is It?

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The USCIS recently introduced E-Verify+, which aims to streamline the employment eligibility verification by combining Form I-9 and E-Verify into a seamless digital process. E-Verify+ has employees complete their Form I-9...more

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November 2024 Visa Bulletin Shows No Advancement for Most Employment-Based Immigrant Visa Categories

The November 2024 Visa Bulletin shows no changes from the October 2024 Visa Bulletin in the Dates for Filing or Final Action Dates in any listed category, with the exception of the fourth preference category for Certain...more

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Refugees and Asylees — A Potential Source of Talent for Employers

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Immigration remains a central issue in the 2024 U.S. presidential race, and recent headlines have focused on communities of Haitian refugees in Ohio. What is often lost in the debate is that these Haitians, and thousands of...more

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Illinois Expands Requirements for Employers Using E-Verify

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Illinois is adding new requirements for employers using E-Verify to determine employees’ eligibility under the state’s Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act. Our Labor & Employment and Immigration teams discuss what Illinois...more

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USCIS Clarifies Criteria for Expedite Requests: Key Changes for 2024

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently published updated guidance clarifying its expedite request criteria. The latest changes primarily focus on expedite requests related to government interests and...more

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DHS Designates Lebanon For Temporary Protected Status

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Today, October 17, 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) designated Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months due to the ongoing situation in Lebanon. The TPS designation will allow Lebanese...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

The Eve of Destruction: 5 things to know about saving old E-Verify records before it’s too late

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently announced that it will permanently dispose of E-Verify records that were last updated on or before December 31, 2014. Employers using E-Verify should be aware of these...more

Holland & Hart - Employers' Lawyers

Portugal’s E-2 Treaty Addition: A Gateway for Brazilian Investors to the U.S.

Portugal’s recent addition to the U.S. Department of State’s E-2 Treaty List has created a valuable opportunity for both Portuguese citizens and Brazilians with dual citizenship. For entrepreneurs and investors seeking to...more

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Nonimmigrant Visas 101 for Employers

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As employers look to enhance and strengthen their workforce, nonimmigrant visas can offer opportunities for hiring foreign national employees at all levels. When employers learn that applicants will need sponsorship for work...more

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2026 Diversity Visa: Are You Eligible?

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The Online 2026 Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery for green cards is open until noon ET on Nov. 5, 2024. Eligibility requirements, application instructions, and frequently asked questions are on the DV Lottery website. ...more

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