by SW Law Group, P.C. | Dec 1, 2023 | Latest News, Visas
The United States is gearing up to launch “paperless visas” globally, a pioneering move by the Biden administration after successfully piloting the concept in Dublin. This signals a potential departure from the traditional practice of stamped or pasted visas in...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 28, 2023 | H-1B, Non-Immigrant Visas, Visas
The H-1B visa, a key component of U.S. immigration policy, enables employers to hire foreign nationals in the U.S. in specialty occupations, spanning fields like technology, healthcare, and engineering. Reserved for individuals with specialized skills, it mandates at...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 16, 2023 | Bulletin, Latest News, Visas
The allocation and availability of immigrant numbers are crucial facets for individuals navigating the process of obtaining preference immigrant visas. The December bulletin released by the U.S. Department of State sheds light on this aspect, providing guidance on...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 9, 2023 | H-2B, Visas
In a significant move, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in collaboration with the Department of State (DOS), has unveiled the updated lists of countries whose nationals are eligible to participate in the H-2A and H-2B visa programs in the upcoming year. This...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 8, 2023 | Visas
In a bid to meet the demand for temporary nonagricultural workers, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) have announced an additional 64,716 H-2B temporary worker visas for Fiscal Year 2024, supplementing the mandated 66,000...
by SW Law Group, P.C. | Nov 3, 2023 | General News, Visas
EB-2 Visa Categories: A Brief Overview National Interest Waivers (NIW) pave the way for U.S. lawful permanent residency through an EB-2 green card, allowing individuals to contribute to U.S. society without requiring employer sponsorship or labor certification. The...