On September 12, 2023, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) revealed key updates to its Policy Manual that focus on clarifying the eligibility criteria for the EB-1 immigrant visa classifications. These specific visa categories are designed for individuals with extraordinary ability in fields like science, arts, education, business, or athletics, as well as outstanding […]
The tech sector continues to reel from a wave of layoffs, forcing tens of thousands of H-1B Visa holders into a frantic search for new employment within 60 days—or risk deportation. Major companies like Microsoft, Meta, Intel, and Amazon have trimmed their workforces, reflecting the uncertainty in today’s economy, where H1B layoffs are becoming increasingly […]
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently unveiled a new proposal that could dramatically alter the current fee structure for various immigration-related forms and services. New York citizenship lawyers are closely examining how these changes may impact applicants. Why does the USCIS want to increase fees? The proposed rule, known as the “US Citizenship […]
The H1B Visa is a highly sought-after temporary work visa, and the demand for it has been extraordinary in recent times. For the fiscal year (FY) 2023, a staggering 484,000 H1B registrations were submitted—and an even more astounding 781,000 registrations were seen for FY 2024.