Prepare for Social Media Vetting of Visa Applications
Apr 02, 2026
These steps will prepare you for the smoothest possible visa interview experience in light of the Department of State's enhanced social media vetting policy. 1. Review before you apply Take a good loo...
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Vaccination Requirements for Travel to the US after the COVID-19 Travel Bans
Nov 09, 2021
The regional COVID-19 travel bans on entry to the US from China, Brazil, India, Iran, South Africa, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the Schengen area of Europe were rescinded as of November 8, 2021....
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H-1B Compliance Under COVID-19 National Emergency & State Shutdowns
Mar 27, 2020
Working From Home, Short-Term Placements, Reduction in Hours, Furloughs & Layoffs:
How can employers stay in compliance with H-1B regulations? Working From Home Question: Everyone at our company is...
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Basics of H-1B Registration
Mar 02, 2020
A short overview of the new online registration process on myUSCIS.gov for the FY2021 H1B cap selection lottery Make sure your account is active, & save backup codes If you are an immigration attorney...
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New USCIS H-1B Rule & Beyond: What to Expect for This H-1B Cap-Filing Season
Feb 05, 2019
A short guide to what's new for this year's H1B cap filing season, and what is coming for next year. Big Takeaways from the Final Rule USCIS published a new Final Rule on January 30, 2019, taking effe...
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Red Flags for Naturalization - Reasons to Consult a Lawyer Before Filing Form N-400
Feb 20, 2015
Naturalization is the ultimate goal of the immigration process, but many bumps and potholes can trip you up on the way. Your entire immigration history, plus other aspects of your life since becoming...
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Top 5 Tips for H.R. Managers To Minimize Immigration Headaches
May 31, 2013
In addition to retaining and working with a responsive, knowledgeable immigration lawyer, and knowing when to ask questions of your attorney, these are things you can do proactively to reduce the numbe...
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Tips to Prepare for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Sep 06, 2012
There are many free resources to help you educate yourself about Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), to learnwhether you are eligible and how to apply. These resources range from information...
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Seven Things You Can Do to Build Your O-1 or EB-1 Case as an "Alien of Extraordinary Ability"
Sep 28, 2009
If you are early in your career and just starting to earn recognition at the national or international level, this guide will help you establish good habits for documenting a future O-1 case, and if yo...
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