COVID 19 Update September 2020
COVID 19 Update on US immigration processing & policy in September 2020.
L-1 & H-1B: National Interest Exemption Guide
How are L-1 and H-1B visa applicants affected by the National Interest Exemption to the US travel ban.
Fixed Visa Time Limit Proposals for Journalists, Researchers & Students
Proposals have been put forward that would see the removal of 'duration of status' for foreign journalists, researchers & students, to be replaced by a fixed visa time limit.
US Public Charge Wealth Test Rule Reimposed
The Trump Administration is reimposing the controversial Public Charge wealth test Rule following a series of recent court rulings.
Moral Turpitude Crimes & Travel to the US
Can you travel to the US with a moral turpitude conviction?
Airports Across US Reopen to International Flights
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced airports across the US are reopening to international flights.
National Interest Exception: Business Traveler Guidance
While the US travel ban remains in place, certain business travelers may still be eligible to enter the US under the National Interest Exception. How do you know if you qualify and how do you apply for permission to travel?
COVID 19 Update August 2020
COVID 19 Update on US immigration processing & policy in August 2020.
US Application Fee Increases Subject to Legal Challenge
Proposed increases in US visa application fees, set to take effect from October 2, 2020, are now subject to legal challenge.
Additional H-1B Registrations for FY 2021 Quota
USCIS has confirmed a second round of H-1B cap selections is being conducted to fill the FY 2021 quota.