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October Visa Bulletin Released
09/14/18
The Department of State has released the preliminary October 2018 Visa Bulletin, which projects significant advancement for the start of the fiscal year.
DHS Increasing Premium Processing Fee
08/31/18
Today the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced it is increasing the USCIS premium processing fee to $1,410 effective October 1st.
USCIS Expands Suspension of Premium Processing
08/28/18
Today USCIS announced that starting September 11th it will suspend premium processing for most H-1B petitions.
DHS Still Intends to Rescind H-4 EAD Rule
08/22/18
In a recent filing with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) confirmed it still intends to rescind the H-4 EAD rule.
USCIS Clarifies STEM OPT Obligations
08/17/18
USCIS updated the Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension for STEM Students page of its website to clarify the reporting responsibilities for participating in the STEM OPT program.
Update On Unlawful Presence for F, J, and M Nonimmigrants
08/10/18
USCIS has released an updated policy memorandum concerning individuals holding F, J, and M status. This new memorandum clarifies when F, J, and M nonimmigrants begin accruing unlawful presence.
September Visa Bulletin Released
08/09/18
The Department of State has released the preliminary September 2018 Visa Bulletin, which projects significant retrogression for EB-2 and EB-3 India.
USCIS Postpones Updated NTA Policy
07/30/18
Today USCIS announced it is postponing the implementation of an updated policy regarding the issuance of Notices to Appear (NTA).
USCIS Expands New Online FOIA System
07/25/18
Yesterday USCIS announced phase two of the Freedom of Information Act Immigration Records System (FIRST).
USCIS Updates Policy on RFEs and NOIDs
07/16/18
USCIS issued a new policy memorandum on when USCIS officers can deny a petition or application without first issuing a Request for Evidence and Notice of Intent to Deny.