Who may be eligible for TPS? 1. I am a student with F-1 status. Can I qualify for TPS? Yes, you may qualify for TPS, work authorization and travel document/advance parole. A travel document allows you to travel outside the United States not exceeding ninety (90) days within a specified period or for any periods […]
DHS Changes Process for Awarding H-1B Work Visas to Better Protect American Workers
WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security is amending regulations governing the H-1B work visa selection process to prioritize the allocation of visas to higher-skilled and higher-paid aliens to better protect the wages, working conditions, and job opportunities for American workers. The new rule replaces the random lottery for selecting visa recipients with a process that […]
USCIS Announcement
Under the new asylum scheme, everyone with a pending I-589 application will have to pay an annual asylum fee (AAF) of $100 for each year that the case is pending. As of October 1, 2025, USCIS has started sending out notices to all asylum applicants with pending cases. Upon receipt of that notice, asylum applicants […]
USCIS Alien Registration: What You Need to Know
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires certain non-citizens to register with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) under Section 262 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). This process helps maintain accurate records and ensures compliance with U.S. immigration laws. 1. Who is Required to Register? Under current U.S. immigration regulations, the following […]
What International Students Need to Know About SEVIS Termination
For international students in the U.S., maintaining your SEVIS(Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) record is essential for staying compliant with U.S. immigration laws. A SEVIS termination can disrupt your academic journey, leading to the loss of student status, work privileges, and even the possibility of deportation. But what exactly happens when your SEVIS record is terminated? And […]
H-1B Visa Updates for 2025: What’s New and How to Apply
FY 2026 H-1B CAP REGISTRATION PERIOD If you’re looking to file for an H-1B visa under the fiscal year 2026 cap, mark your calendars: the initial registration period will open on March 7, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time and close on March 24, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Here’s what you should know […]