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USCIS Releases Updated Q&A on Temporary Policies for Form I-9 and E-Verify
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, DHS has provided some temporary flexibility to the E-Verify and Form I-9 requirements. Here are the latest Q&As from USCIS on this topic, which should be helpful to employers. Read on.
Video: Should I Apply for STEM OPT if Selected under the H-1B Lottery?
Giselle Carson shares guidance for F-1 students considering applying for a 24-month STEM OPT (Optional Practical Training) Extension. Watch the video.
Contribute to This 230-Year Tradition: The US Census!
Our Constitution requires that every 10 years the federal government counts every person residing in the United States. According to the Census Bureau: "Citizens of foreign countries who are living in the United States, including members of the diplomatic community,...
From Our Neighborhood to Yours: Spring is Here!
Extension of USCIS Office Closures
Since March 18, in-person services have been suspended at USCIS application support centers (ASCs ), asylum offices, and field offices due to COVID-19. These closures are now extended until May 3 at least. USCIS offices are expected to reopen May 4 provided closures...
USCIS Sued to Seek Extensions of Expiring Legal Status
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has refused many requests to temporarily toll deadlines and the expiration dates for foreign nationals legally present in the United States, including dates related to lawful status and work authorization. Last week,...
How Do Employers Comply with the H-1B LCA Notice Requirements in Light of COVID-19?
The H-1B regulations require employers to notify employees of their intent to hire H-1B nonimmigrant workers via a “Posting Notice” prior to filing the H-1B nonimmigrant petition. The notification must be readily available to affected workers. Typically, this notice...
FY 2021 H-1B Cap Petitions Update
USCIS announced that it received about 275,000 H-1B registrations and roughly 46% of them were for prospective beneficiaries with U.S. advanced degrees (master’s or higher). Electronically registered H-1B cap petitions selected under the registration for FY 2021 can...
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