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In the United States, in recent years there has been a serious shortage of healthcare workers, adding only to an already stretched healthcare system. It’s short because of all sorts of reasons, including population aging and rising demand for medical care. Because of the ever-increasing demand for qualified healthcare workers, numerous medical institutions have started […]

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently updated its guidelines for students on Optional Practical Training (OPT) and those holding F or M visas. These changes are especially important for STEM students and offer more clarity on issues like online classes, school transfers, grace periods, and study abroad programs. Here’s a breakdown of

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is testing a new way to estimate the time to process several forms of immigration such as green cards and U.S. citizenship. USCIS said that with this change, it will be possible for the agency to give a better, quicker, and more comprehensive processing time estimate. The

U.S.  Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has also made it even easier for refugees to apply for their Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), which reduces the time required for refugees to become employed in the U.S. Refugees coming into the U.S. will no longer have to wait months for EADs — it’ll take just 30 days.

The U.S. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a new version of Form I-9, the Employment Eligibility Verification form. The form is needed by employers in the US to confirm the identity and work permit of employees. The new form aims to be more frictionless and simpler for both employers and employees.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published 22 new fact sheets to encourage green card holders to apply for citizenship in the United States. These fact sheets are a great source of data on naturalization-eligible green card holders based on demographic information including age, years of permanent residence, birth country, and others. In addition,

If you are an H-1B visa holder or a worker in need of an employment-based green card, don’t despair! The USCIS has released a policy to provide relief for those who are in the employment visa backlog. The change allows eligible people to seek an EAD under “expedited circumstances”.  So, if your green card process

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) now allows some immigrants to submit their EAD applications and fee waivers online. From October 2024, you will be able to electronically submit your Forms I-765 (work authorization) and I-912 (fee waiver) without having to use paper anymore through your USCIS online account. That is another big

The U.S. USCIS has issued a major update to the automatic extension period for some Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). This update will provide nearly 800,000 EAD applicants who are renewing with ease that won’t leave them with a void in their work authorization. The new regulations shift the automatic work permit period from 180 days

Getting around the U.S. immigration system is stressful enough, with all the forms and processes that go along with it. Whether you’re applying for a green card or naturalization, if you know how to submit your application electronically, you can be much more efficient. Here’s a simple explanation of how to submit your immigration paperwork