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Globalization, the World Economic Forum (WEF) has a definition as ‘the movement of people and products across borders’. Put plainly, globalization makes the world more interconnected, which means that individuals, ideas, and products have less of a barrier to entry between nations. And in globalization, human migration is at the heart. Human beings go abroad […]

Entrepreneurship is a fun journey in the US, especially for immigrants. If you’re thinking of starting your startup, you might be wondering how to work and live within the U.S. immigration system. As you don’t have an employer-employee relationship, you’ll need to find other visas to work in the U.S.  If you are a high-potential

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is making updates to Form I-131, which is used to apply for essential immigration documents such as travel permits, parole, and arrival/departure records. This change is especially important for people applying for Advance Parole (to re-enter the U.S. while waiting for a green card), Re-entry Permits (for lawful permanent

Indian workers in the United States who are seeking an employment-based green card are facing an incredibly long wait — some may have to wait up to 134 years, according to a recent analysis by the Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank. This backlog is a result of the U.S. government’s annual cap on employment-based

The protection and welfare of the H-1B visa holder in the workplace is one of the responsibilities that employers in the United States hold. These employees possess diverse technical skills and skills in the various industries they seek employment in but their flexibly scheduled work arrangement also places them at a high risk of facing

As the need for professionals in the information technology industry increases many companies seek H1-b workers or those in the OPT program. However, due to talent competition, many organizations have fallen prey to fake employees. None or fake documents can be produced by some candidates hence becoming a danger to your company. Employers need to

A bipartisan pair of U.S. senators, Democrat Krysten Sinema of Arizona and Republican Thom Tillis of North Carolina, have reportedly developed a draft immigration deal that seeks to offer a pathway to citizenship for “Dreamers” while allocating billions for border security. This deal comes after years of legislative gridlock on immigration reform. Key Elements of

The U.S. Department of State has launched the Welcome Corps program, which enables private citizens and organizations to sponsor refugees seeking resettlement in the United States. This community-led initiative is designed to give the general public an active role in improving the asylum system and supporting refugees through their resettlement process. Key Features of the

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent ban on non-compete clauses is a game-changer for the workforce, especially for HR professionals working with immigrant employees. This landmark decision opens up new opportunities but also presents fresh challenges for companies that must now focus even more on retaining their talent in a competitive job market. A Shift

If you’re sponsoring a spouse or family member to get a green card, you’ll need to submit Form I-130 (“Petition for Alien Relative”) to prove that you have a valid family relationship. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman (CIS Ombudsman), an independent office that looks into complaints about USCIS, recently shared an important tip