President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Sept. 18 directing federal agencies to consider an employer’s recent or planned layoffs when reviewing H-1B cases, adding a new layer of scrutiny ...

An H-1B denial does not always end the case. The right next step depends on why USCIS denied the petition, the worker's current status, and whether the problem is fixable with better evidence or ...

Family reunification has traditionally been a cornerstone of U.S. immigration policy, with a major emphasis on allowing immediate relatives — defined in immigration law as spouses, minor children, and ...

It’s no small task to prepare all the supporting documents for a family-based or a marriage-based green card. For the most part, the government requires copies rather than original documents, and you ...

Attending high school in the United States can be an exciting opportunity, and can offer students a great chance to gain new perspectives. With so many schools to choose from however, it can be ...

Immigration scams can cost you money immediately, cause serious immigration consequences, or lead to identity theft that could have a long-term impact on your financial well-being. Unfortunately, many ...

Form I-130, officially titled “Petition for Alien Relative,” is a USCIS form required for U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders) to establish a qualifying family relationship ...

A travel permit allows individuals living in the U.S. while waiting for their green card to travel abroad without risking the cancellation of their green card application. It’s an essential document ...

The proposed rule would require affected workers to leave the United States after their employment ends unless they have another legal basis to remain. For now, the existing grace period remains in ...

A federal court postponed the rule before it could take effect, leaving the existing duration-of-status system in place for now. A federal judge has blocked a new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ...