China | Borders to Fully Reopen as Visa Issuing Resumes
China will reopen its borders to international travelers for the first time in three years. From Wednesday, March 15, Chinese authorities will issue all visa categories.
Read More »US | USCIS Updates Policy Guidance on Mobile Biometrics Services
On March 7, USCIS issued new guidance on when applicants can avail themselves of mobile biometrics services. The guidance also provides an alternative method for capturing
Read More »US | New Guidance for International Entrepreneurs
On March 10, USCIS issued comprehensive guidance on international entrepreneurial parole. The guidance provides additional information on the implementation of the
Read More »US | COVID Test Requirement for Travelers from China Ends
The U.S. has lifted the pre-flight COVID test requirement for travelers from China. The policy shift means that starting March 10, 2023, at 3 pm EDT, air passengers will no
Read More »US | DHS Extends and Redesignates Somalia for TPS
On Friday, March 10, the Department of Homeland Security published a Federal Register Notice extending and redesignating Somalia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). In
Read More »EU Approves Visa Free Travel for Kosovo Citizens
The Council of the European Union has approved visa-free travel for Kosovo passport holders. What to Expect Kosovo passport holders can travel visa-free to the EU for stays
Read More »Brazil | To Suspend Visa-Free Entry for US, Canada, Australia, Japan
According to sources, Brazil will resume entry visa requirements for US, Canadian, Australian, and Japanese citizens. Requiring visas suspends a unilateral policy implemented
Read More »APAC Opportunities for Highly Skilled Migrants with EIG’s Singapore and Australia Experts
This week, the Immigration Nerds features a conversation between Lauren Clarke, senior attorney at Erickson Immigration Group, and EIG Senior Manager Martin Russell in
Read More »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
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