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  • Travel Update: Changes to Visa Waiver Program

    The Trump administration has announced new rules in place for the 38 countries participating in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). On December 15, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it would be rolling out enhanced security measures for the VWP as part of the administration’s ongoing counterterrorism efforts. The new rules […]
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  • Traveler Redress Inquiry Program Q&A

    The Department of Homeland Security Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP) is the point of contact for individuals who seek information or resolution regarding difficulties they experienced during travel screenings. Some of the more common issues include watch list issues, screening problems at ports of entry, unfair or incorrect delays, boarding denials, or issues in […]
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  • Future of Work Permits for H-1B Spouses

    In May 2015, the Obama administration extended eligibility for work authorization to certain H-4 dependent spouses of certain H-1B nonimmigrants. The new regulations permitted H-4 spouses to apply for employment authorization only if their H-1B spouse is (1) the principal beneficiary of an approved Form I-140, or (2) has been granted H-1B status under the […]
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  • Breaking News: Supreme Court Allows Latest Travel Ban to Go Into Full Effect

    On Monday, December 4, 2017, the Supreme Court ruled that President Trump’s latest travel ban is now in full effect as legal challenges over the ban continue in lower courts. The nine-member court granted the administration’s request to lift two injunctions by lower courts that had partially blocked the ban, which is the third version […]
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  • Travel Ban Update: Latest Travel Ban Reinstated

    The President’s third travel ban has been reinstated, for now. On Nov. 13, 2017, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued an order staying the Hawaii District Court’s decision that issued a preliminary injunction against the highly controversial travel restrictions. So what does this mean? With travel ban 3.0 now in […]
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  • Holiday Border-crossing Tips

    With the holiday season fully upon us, people are beginning to make their holiday travel plans to visit family and friends across the border. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, long-distance driving travel increases during Christmas and New Year’s by 23 percent. With so many travelers hitting the road in December, below are some […]
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  • Employer Practices: Form I-9

    The Form I-9 is used to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired in the U.S. It is a mandatory requirement for all U.S. employers, and it must be issued to new hires including both citizens and noncitizens. Keep in mind, it is unlawful to knowingly hire or continue to employ unauthorized workers […]
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  • New U.S. Embassy in London

    The United States is currently building a new Embassy in the Nine Elms area of London. Back in 2008, U.S. officials began playing with the idea of renovating the current U.S. Embassy building on Grosvenor Square to accommodate the various needs and threats of the 21st century. As it stood, the Embassy was outdated. It […]
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  • Work Authorization and Social Security Number Can Now Be Obtained Simultaneously

    Foreign nationals can now apply for work authorization and a Social Security number at the same time using the new updated Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization. The revised form includes additional questions that allow applicants to apply for a Social Security number or request a duplicate card if they’ve had one lost or stolen […]
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  • Travel Ban Update: New Travel Restrictions Blocked by Federal Judge

    The third time is not the charm for President Trump, as a U.S. District Judge in Hawaii has blocked the latest attempt by the White House to implement a controversial travel ban. The third travel ban was issued by way of Presidential Proclamation on Sept. 24, 2017 and placed country-specific restrictions on both immigrants and […]
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