DHS proposes more changes to the H-1B visa program
The proposed change introduces a new selection system based on wage and talent rather than the random lottery currently in place.
The proposed change introduces a new selection system based on wage and talent rather than the random lottery currently in place.
The EB-5 visa, therefore, continues to provide a reliable path to permanent residence while the H-1B program faces uncertainty.
The original proclamation led to the interpretation that H-1B visa holders had to return to the U.S. by Sept. 21 to not pay the fee.
The move aims to ensure that U.S. companies only sponsor foreign workers who have rare skill sets and prioritize American hires.
US President Donald Trump today signed an Executive Order to formally launch the Trump Gold Card program on Sept. 19 at the White House.
This category involves non-TEA projects and investors who filed before the Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA).
The filing date and the final action date are critical for processing immigrant visas and adjusting status by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
USCIS aims to reduce processing times, fraud risk, lost payments, and theft compared to traditional checks/money orders.
It’s important to understand the nuances and procedural issues involved when using these retirement funds for EB-5 purposes.
The new vetting process, implemented by USCIS in August, allows the U.S. immigration agency to use discretion when deciding or approving a request.