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A council formed by the president of the United States has suggested that the government of the country in question should expand the so-called “grace period” for H-1B visa holders who become unemployed, from sixty days to one hundred and eighty days. Should USCIS approve this change, foreign workers would have a longer period for […]

When hiring non-U.S. citizens, employers often handle sensitive personal information, such as passports, birth certificates, and government IDs. If compromised, this information can significantly impact the employee’s financial and personal security. Below, we’ll explore a common security vulnerability email and share practical steps for safeguarding sensitive information during the hiring process. Identifying Vulnerable Points in

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 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an extension and redesignation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Burma (Myanmar). The new designation extends TPS until May 25, 2024, and opens up eligibility to more individuals, including all Burmese nationals residing in the U.S. as of September 25, 2022. This extension comes in response to

The latest announcement, from the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (US CIS ) represents an advancement, in acknowledging and honoring individuals’ gender identities within the immigration procedures. Here we outline the components of the updated policy;  Policy Changes: Implications: This policy update aims to make the immigration process more inclusive, accessible, and respectful for applicants,

The U.S. Department of State has announced the winners of the 2025 Diversity Visa Lottery, with 55,000 applicants selected to apply for permanent resident status. Here’s what you need to know: How to Check If You’ve Won: What Winning Means: Act Quickly: Be sure to follow the steps outlined on the State Department website and

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a new rule that would require employers to pay additional fees when extending the H-1B and L-1 visas for foreign workers. This would expand the application of the existing 9/11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee, which is currently applied only to initial visa petitions or changes of