May 2022 » ImmigrationUSA

H-2B

Supplemental FY22 H-2B Visa Receives Enough Petitions to Fill

Additional FY22 H-2B visa petitions should be filled with existing petition submissions. Still have immigration issues? Contact us. We can help.

May 31, 2022

EB-1

Previously Filed EB-1 and EB-2 Form I-140 Petitions to Be Included in USCIS Premium Processing

EB-1 and EB-2 Form I-140 will be eligible for premium processing, per the USCIS. The change will be rolled out in phases. Read the article to find out how this can affect you.

May 24, 2022

H-2B

DHS and DOL Announce Availability of Additional H-2B Visas for Second Half of Fiscal Year

Additional 35,000 H-2B visas will be available for the current fiscal year. Petitions open for employers on May 18, 2022.

May 16, 2022

F-1

Updates for the U.S. Embassy in India and F-1 Visa Appointments Opening Soon

First-time F-1 visa applicant appointments open in India the week of May 15, 2022. The U.S. Embassy also announced other dates and expectations. See how these may affect you.

May 13, 2022

Policy

Bill Advances Calling For Independent Immigration Courts

The Real Courts, Rule of Law Act calling for independent immigration courts moves to the U.S. House of Representatives for their consideration.

May 13, 2022

USCIS

June 2022 Visa Bulletin: Advancement in EB-2 for Indian Nationals

The EB-2 category for Indian nationals advanced by one year in the June 2022 visa bulletin. Some other small advancements are reported. See if these affect you.

May 13, 2022

Legislation

U.S. Fastest Growing Jobs Require Immigrants to Fill Needs

The current labor shortage is in part caused by lack of immigrant workers. The outlook is that even more immigrants will be needed to fill demand for some roles.

May 11, 2022

Green Gard

Increase in Foreign STEM Grads In U.S. Urged

A group of former national security advisors is suggesting STEM professionals not be subject to green card caps. This is solely a recommendation at this point.

May 10, 2022

USCIS

USCIS Updating Communications to Clarify Case Processing Wait Times

USCIS updated online communication tools giving users more detailed insight in to case processing wait times by form. See how this could help you.

May 9, 2022

EAD

Employment Authorization Automatic Extension Period Increased for Qualifying Applicants

USCIS announced an employment authorization automatic extension for qualifying EAD holders. The policy allows for up to 540-days extension for qualifying EAD holders.

May 3, 2022