USCIS Wants Bank Information from U.S. Greencard Sponsors
As the saying goes, never let a good crisis go to waste. While the world is reeling from COVID-19 and the significant disruption it has caused everyone’s daily lives, the[…]
EB5 visa processing changes implemented on 3.31.2020
EB5 visa applications processing methods have just undergone a significant change in how they are processed. For once, I applaud this administration’s USCIS efforts for a positive outcome. Instead of[…]
Tahmina’s Guest Appearance on Hippie Haven Podcast
It was an absolute delight to appear on the The Hippie Haven Podcast hosted by Callee,business owner and zero waste activist. Read more about Callee below. The interview was recorded[…]
USCIS Offices Remain Closed Through May 3
USCIS clarified its office closures announcement with a helpful chart on action needed to be taken (if any) by those affected by the closures. For the most part, no action[…]
FY 2021 H-1B Cap Petitions May Be Filed as of April 1
USCIS announced today that petitioners whose electronic registrations were selected may now file cap-subject H-1B petitions with the agency. Employers and/or their representatives have now all been notified of selections,[…]
USCIS Temporary Office Closure Extended until at least May 3
USCIS announced today that their office closures will be extended until at least May 3, 2020 due to COVID-19. At the moment they plan to re-open to the public on[…]
COVID-19 and Immigration: Some Insights
I was fortunate enough to be able to provide some insights into Covid-19 effects on immigration. Here are links to a webinar hosted by the Indian Association of Western Washington[…]
USCIS to Continue Processing Applications for Employment Authorization Extension Requests Despite Application Support Center Closures
USCIS continues to offer flexibility in light of COVID-19 disruptions to their operations. Today USCIS announced that they will continue processing EAD extension applications using previously submitted biometrics, given that[…]
USCIS Expands Flexibility for Responding to USCIS Requests
USCIS expanded their flexibility for responding to USCIS requests today. Their previous guidance expanded the deadline to respond to RFEs and NOIDs received between March 1, 2020 and May 1,[…]
H-1B Initial Electronic Registration Selection Process Completed
USCIS announced today that they have completed the selection process for the cap subject H-1B electronic registration, and will begin notifying petitioners and/or their attorneys of whether their registrations were[…]