by SW Law Group, P.C. | Aug 4, 2023 | L-1, Non-Immigrant Visas
We would like to inform our readers and clients about a new USCIS policy for L-1 applicants PREVIOUSLY approved under the L-1 Blanket and seeking an amendment or extension of their L-1. In the past, petitioners received a stamped and signed Form I-129S (like they do...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Jul 28, 2023 | H-1B
In March 2023, USCIS conducted an initial random selection on properly submitted electronic registrations for the fiscal year (FY) 2024 H-1B cap, including for beneficiaries eligible for the advanced degree exemption. Only those petitioners with selected registrations...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Jul 24, 2023 | Immigrant Visas
Permanent residents may leave the U.S. and travel abroad. However, if you are outside the U.S. for more than one year (12 months) during a single trip, you may be considered to have abandoned your green card status. In fact, after a six-month absence, it may be...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Jun 18, 2023 | F-1/M-1, Family Based Immigrant Visa, Latest News
We would like to reprint this notice from USCIS. Starting June 13th, the service will entertain premium processing applications for applicants seeking a change of status to to F-1, F-2, M-1, M-2, J-1, or J-2 status, who have a pending Form I-539. On June 26th, the...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Jun 9, 2023 | H-1B
I’m reposting a really interesting article by Adam Cohen.. Just for some perspective. In 2005, YouTube was founded, Tesla was still three years away from releasing its first car, the first iPhone was still two years away, and Donald Trump’s show The Apprentice...
