Biden’s ‘Plan to Restore Trust in Our Legal Immigration System’
The Biden Administration has published plans to reform the US immigration system and provide better opportunities for foreign nationals to secure work visas and join their families.
Eligibility for US National Interest Waiver Expanded
The latest guidance from the US State Department has further expanded qualifying exceptions to the US travel ban. One of the key exceptions now includes “travellers providing vital support or executive direction for significant economic activity in the United States.”
DHS Formally Rescinds Plans for Stricter H-1B Program Criteria
Trump-era plans to restrict the H-1B visa program have been formally vacated by the Biden Administration.
USCIS Updates Policy for Vaccinated Visitors
USCIS has revised its COVID guidelines for visitors in line with the latest Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance.
USA Reopens Doors to Foreign Entrepreneurs with International Entrepreneur Rule
The US is set to fully implement the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER) to allow certain foreign-born entrepreneurs to come to the US for up to 5 years to start or grow their business in the USA.
Biden’s First 100 Days: US Immigration Changes
What immigration changes has Biden made during his first 100 days?
Revised Guidance for US Visa Extension Applications
USCIS has issued revised guidance in its Policy Manual on US visa extension applications.
India Added to US Travel Ban List
The US has imposed a new ban on all non-essential travel from India to the United States from May 4, 2021.
L1 Visa to Green Card
What are the application and process requirements to transfer from an L-1 visa to a US Green Card?
Enforcement of New REAL ID Law Postponed
National interest exceptions (NIE) to the US regional travel bans have now been expanded to include immigrant and fiancé(e) travelers and certain exchange visitors.