Category: Work In The US
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TN Spotlight: Social Worker
Attorney Zach Ahlstrom is here with another TN Spotlight video. The TN category permits citizens of Canada and Mexico to enter the U.S. to provide prearranged professional services to a U.S. entity. Under the regulations, there are 63 professional occupations under which an individual may qualify. One such occupation is a Social Worker. Berardi Immigration […]
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Apply for Status: Do You Need a COVID Test?
Are you applying for status at the U.S.-Canada border? Immigration attorney Gabriella Agostinelli has some vital information you need to know before you head to the border crossing to apply for status. Remember, if you have any questions about applying for status at a U.S. port of entry, contact Berardi Immigration Law today. We’d be […]
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Client Approval: Canadian L-1B Work Permit at the Border
Immigration attorney Erica Chiodo shares a client approval story. The client was looking for help with her L-1B renewal. We scheduled a prep call with the client to ensure a smooth experience. And we’re happy to report she was granted a three year renewal. If you need help to apply for status, contact Berardi Immigration […]
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NIEs Automatically Extended for 12 Months
On July 6th 2021, the Department of State released guidance confirming that, “existing National Interest Exceptions (NIE) will be valid for 12 months from the date of approval and for multiple entries, as long as they are used for the purpose under which they were granted.” The 12-month extension applies retroactively to all existing NIEs […]
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A Path Forward for the Canadian Border?
The Canadian border has been restricted since March 2020. For the last 16 months or so, all inbound travellers (essential travellers or returning citizens/permanent residents) to Canada have been subject to a mandatory 14 day isolation period, in addition to testing requirements. In February 2021, the Federal Government introduced the mandatory “hotel quarantine” which required […]
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Lawsuit Challenges Using Wages as an H-1B Selection Factor
A lawsuit has been filed in the D.C. District Court which challenges a final rule affecting the H-1B lottery process. This rule would give preference to H-1B applicants who make the highest salaries in their respective field. Those who filed the lawsuit, as well as those who support it, claim this rule is unfairly advantageous […]
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DHS Issues Final Rule to Remove Vacated H-1B Rule from Code of Federal Regulations
On May 19, 2021, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a final rule which removes constraints put on H-1B applications from the 2020 interim final rule “Strengthening H-1B Non-Immigrant Visa Classification Program.” What is an H-1B Non-Immigrant Visa? The H-1B is a visa available to individuals who wish to work in a specialized occupation […]
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DHS Announces Continuation of International Entrepreneur Parole Program
On May 10, 2021, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is withdrawing a 2018 notice of proposed rulemaking that sought to get rid of the International Entrepreneur Parole program (“IEP Program”). The IEP Program was established by DHS through the International Entrepreneur Rule (“IE Rule”) during the final […]
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Update: Current COVID-19 Travel Restrictions for Travel to the U.S. & National Interest Exceptions
The U.S. continues to limit travel into the U.S. due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic. As many are aware, India is experiencing the world’s worst Covid-19 outbreak. The country is facing a new wave of COVID-19 due to the widespread, on-going transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and now accounts for over one-third […]
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TN Spotlight: Soil Scientist
The TN category permits citizens of Canada and Mexico to enter the U.S. to provide prearranged professional services to a U.S. entity. Under current regulations, there are 63 professional occupations under which an individual may qualify. One such occupation is a Soil Scientist. How to Qualify for TN Status as a Soil Scientist To […]
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