US | Expanded Premium Processing for Certain Student Visa Holders
On Monday, USCIS expanded premium processing services for certain F-1 student visa holders seeking optional practical training who have employment authorization applications
Read More »US | New H-2A Rule Sets Higher Wage Standards
On February 28, the DOL published a new rule to restore how wages are calculated for H-2A agricultural guest workers. The new rule is expected to increase the required wage,
Read More »US | Biden Nominates Julie Su To Serve As Secretary of Labor
On February 28, President Biden announced his nomination of Deputy Labor Secretary Julie Su to lead the department after the expected departure of Labor Secretary Marty Walsh
Read More »US | EB-5 Integrity Fund Begins
As of March 2, EB-5 regional centers must pay a fee to support the new EB-5 Integrity Fund, which will pay for fraud and criminal investigations as well as program
Read More »US | New Guidance On O-1B Applications
USCIS issued new policy guidance, effective immediately, on evidence to be submitted for O-1B applications for nonimmigrants with extraordinary abilities in the arts or
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