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Harris Beach PLLC

[Webinar] Demystifying the 2025 H-2B Visa Program: What Seasonal Employers Need to Know - August 27th, 9:00 am - 10:30 am EST

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One of the most pressing issues facing seasonal businesses continues to be labor – specifically how to secure reliable employees to fill seasonal and permanent needs. Advertising does not always work and if you are lucky...more

Fisher Phillips

The Visa Bulletin for September: Final Action Dates and an Employer’s Immigration Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

Morgan Lewis

US Department of State Releases August 2024 Visa Bulletin

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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will use the Final Action Dates for Employment-Based Adjustment of Status Applications chart in August 2024. The Final Action Dates chart reflects one-month advancements in...more

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The Visa Bulletin for August: Final Action Dates and an Employer’s Immigration Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

Fisher Phillips

The Visa Bulletin for July: Final Action Charts and an Employer’s Immigration Action Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

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The Visa Bulletin for June: Final Action Dates and an Employer’s Immigration Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

Fisher Phillips

The Visa Bulletin for May: Dates for Filing and an Employer’s Immigration Action Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

Morgan Lewis

US Department of State Releases April 2024 Visa Bulletin

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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will use the Final Action Dates for Employment-Based Adjustment of Status Applications chart in April 2024, reflecting modest advancement in several categories....more

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USCIS to Implement Varying Filing Fees by Visa Category

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In just two weeks, on April 1, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will implement its new filing fee structure. The new fees will vary by visa type with exceptions for small employers and non-profit...more

Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP

April 2024 Immigration Visa Bulletin Released

The Department of State released the April 2024 Visa Bulletin. USCIS will continue to accept employment-based Adjustment of Status applications based on the Final Action Dates chart. Most employment-based categories will...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

March 2024 Global Immigration Alert

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Please note: while we address certain country-specific updates, this Alert contains information regarding global requirements, policies, and procedures as they stand as of the date of publication. We highly recommend...more

Burr & Forman

Early Visa Extension Filings Could Save Employers Money as USCIS Increases Filing Fee

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Cost increases due to inflation have become a norm over the last two years, and immigration fees are no exception. USCIS announced that effective April 1, 2024, fees for certain immigration benefits will be adjusted for the...more

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The Visa Bulletin for March: Final Action Charts and an Employer’s Immigration Action Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

Holland & Hart - Employers' Lawyers

February 2024 Visa Bulletin: Insights into Employer-Based Immigrant Petitions and Visa Backlogs

As we delve into the February 2024 Visa Bulletin, it’s evident that the priority dates for employer-based immigrant petitions continue to face minimal advancement, contributing to prolonged wait times for immigrant visas...more

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2024 Business Immigration Update

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Executive Summary: Recent reports from the U.S. Department of State (DOS) make clear that American companies need foreign talent more than ever before, and...more

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February 2024 Global Immigration Alert

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Canada – Student Program: Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant alterations to the international student program on January 22, 2024. These include a new cap on study permit approvals for...more

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Navigating the H-1B Visa Lottery Registration: Essential Guide for Employers

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As the H-1B visa lottery registration for the USCIS fiscal year 2025 approaches, it is crucial to understand the process and prepare accordingly. This annual event continues to attract significant attention from...more

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Everything You Need to Know About the H-1B Visa Stateside Renewal Pilot Program

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Our Immigration Team breaks down the State Department’s pilot program to process domestic visa renewals. Allowing applicants to remain in the U.S. while renewing their visas will ease the burdens on both business and the...more

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January 2024 Global Immigration Alert

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Please note, while we address some country-specific updates, this Alert contains information regarding global requirements, policies, and procedures as they stand today. We highly recommend reviewing any global mobility...more

Morgan Lewis

State Department to Launch Stateside Visa Renewal Pilot Program in Late January – Publications

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The US Department of State announced on December 21 the launch of a stateside visa renewal pilot program, which will be limited to approximately 20,000 nonimmigrant visa holders during its initial pilot run, which starts on...more

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The Visa Bulletin for January: Dates for Filing and an Employer’s Immigration Action Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

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The Visa Bulletin for December: Dates for Filing Chart and an Employer’s Immigration Action Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

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Coming Soon! Stateside Visa Renewal Pilot

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Seyfarth Synopsis: Department of State expects to start the stateside visa renewal pilot in early 2024....more

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The Visa Bulletin for November: Dates for Filing Charts and an Employer’s Immigration Action Plan

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Each month, federal immigration authorities publish a list of dates informing immigrant visa applicants when they should expect to be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to government officials. This...more

Holland & Hart - Employers' Lawyers

Talent Without Borders: Immigration Insights – September-October 2023

The Department of State published the October 2023 Visa Bulletin Report on September 15, 2023 and announced that it will accept family and employment-based filings based on the Dates for Filing chart in October. As October is...more

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