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  • L-1A Visa FAQ

    Do you hold a managerial or executive position with a multinational company? Would you like to come to the U.S. to work for the company’s U.S. operations? The L-1A visa may be a good option for you! What is the L-1A Visa Classification? The L-1A nonimmigrant visa classification is for intracompany transfers. It allows certain […]
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  • Definition of the “Employer-Employee Relationship” in H-1B Petitions

    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires an employer who seeks to sponsor a temporary worker in an H-1B specialty occupation is required to establish a valid “employer-employee relationship.” In 2020, the agency issued an updated policy guidance to adjudication officers, which clarified the requirements to establish an “employer-employee relationship” to qualify for the H-1B […]
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  • Exemption from the 6-Month Passport Validity Rule

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has recently announced an update to its Carrier Liaison Program (CLP), presenting a refreshed list of countries exempt from the six-month validity rule for passports. This update, effective as of January 28, 2024, supersedes any previous lists, including those found in the 2022–2023 Carrier Information Guides. The six-month validity […]
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  • H-1B Cap Exemptions for Physicians

    The H-1B program allows companies and other employers in the U.S. to temporarily employ foreign workers in occupations that require the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s degree or higher in the specific specialty, or its equivalent. If the petition is granted, the H-1B visa will be […]
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  • USCUS Policy Update: Untimely Filed Extension of Stay and Change of Status Requests

    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced an update to its Policy Manual, introducing provisions that allow USCIS officers to excuse a nonimmigrant’s failure to timely file an extension of stay or change of status request if the delay was due to extraordinary circumstances beyond the control of the applicant or petitioner. The update […]
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  • USCIS Finalizes Fee Adjustments to Enhance Immigration Services

    In a significant development, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has announced a final rule to adjust certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees for the first time since 2016. This final rule aims to ensure that USCIS can recover a greater share of its operating costs and facilitate more timely processing of new applications. […]
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  • L-1B Visa FAQ

    Do you hold a position with a multinational company that requires specialized knowledge? Would you like to come to the U.S. to work for the company’s U.S. operations? The L-1B visa may be your golden ticket! What is the L-1B Visa Classification? The L-1B nonimmigrant visa classification is for intracompany transfers. It allows certain individuals […]
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  • USCIS Final Fee Rule

    On January 4, 2023, USCIS proposed a rule which would adjust USCIS fees, add new fees for benefit requests, establish distinct fees for petitions for nonimmigrant workers, and limit the number of beneficiaries on certain forms. The proposed rule included an increase in application fees by a 40% overall weighted average increase. The White House’s […]
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  • The Broken System: How Washington Politicians are Failing at Addressing Illegal Immigration

    Are you tired of the broken system in Washington that continues to fail at addressing illegal immigration? Look no further as our Managing Partner, Rosanna Berardi, does a dive deep into the issues at hand and explores how Berardi Immigration Law is dedicated to finding solutions for businesses and individuals seeking their American Dream. Get […]
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  • NIW vs. PERM Labor Certification: Differences, Pros & Cons

    If you’re considering applying for an employment-based green card, you may wonder what the differences are between the PERM labor certification process and the National Interest Waiver (NIW). The two processes are designed to meet different criteria. Generally, applying for either an EB-2 or EB-3 visa requires a specific job offer and a PERM labor […]
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