Day: January 23, 2023

Concurrent Processing

USCIS to Reinstate Concurrent Processing for H-1B and L-1 Derivative Applications Including H-4 EADs

Concurrent processing will resume for H-1B and L-1 dependent applications as of January 25, 2023. Regaining concurrent processing is key to address ongoing backlogs.

USCIS Announces Green Card Automatic Extension Availability

USCIS announced some green card holders are eligible for an automatic extension of the green card for an additional 48 months past the current expiration date.

US Immigration Backlog Cases Hit All-Time High

The backlog of immigration cases in U.S. courts is over 2 million matters, with over 800,000 of those being asylum issues. On average, the wait time for an asylum matter is more than four years for a hearing.