Immigration news & commentary
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USCIS Expands Premium Processing for Applicants Seeking to Change into F, M, or J Nonimmigrant Status
Release Date 06/12/2023
By Rajiv S. KhannaDHS Final Rule for F–1 Nonimmigrant Students With STEM Degrees and CapGap Relief
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to amend F-1 nonimmigrant student visa regulations on optional practical training (OPT) for certain students with degrees in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) from U.S. institutions of higher education. Specifically, the propos...
By Rajiv S. KhannaThe Economic Times NRI Helpdesk: Can I extend my US visitor visa before it expires? And other FAQ's answered by Rajiv S. Khanna
Question: I have a visitor visa for the USA for multiple visits up to June-2023. Can I apply for an extension of the visa before the expiry date? Also, advise procedure for extensions and where I can get the application form, so I can keep all details ready. Answer: I am not aware if there is a proc...
By Rajiv S. KhannaUSCIS Now Accepting Copies of Negative O Visa Consultations Directly from Labor Unions
Effective immediately, USCIS will begin accepting copies of negative consultation letters directly from labor unions relating to a current or future O nonimmigrant visa petition request. O-1 and O-2 nonimmigrant visas are available to individuals with extraordinary ability in science, education, bus...
By Rajiv S. KhannaDOS Publishes Final Rule on Visa Classification of Immediate Family Members as G Nonimmigrants
[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 108 (Wednesday, June 5, 2013)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 33699-33700] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2013-13315] DEPARTMENT OF STATE 22 CFR Part 41 [Public Notice 8348] RIN 1400-AD21 Visas: Classi...
By Rajiv S. KhannaDHS Enhances Opportunities for H-1B1, E-3, CW-1 Nonimmigrants and Certain EB-1 Immigrants, Final Rule Posted
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) amended its regulations today to improve the programs serving the H-1B1, E-3 and CW-1 nonimmigrant classifications and the EB-1 immigrant classification, and remove unnecessary hurdles that place such workers at a disadvantage when compared to similarly situ...
By Rajiv S. KhannaDHS Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Decision Regarding Travel Ban
Release Date: June 26, 2017 For Immediate ReleaseOffice of the Press SecretaryContact: 202-282-8010 WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court today has allowed the Department of Homeland Security to largely implement the President's Executive Order and take rational and necessary steps to protect our nation fr...
By Rajiv S. KhannaExecutive Order on Visas
On June 26, 2017, the United States Supreme Court issued an order agreeing to hear the Administration’s appeals of the two adverse rulings by Federal Appeals Courts regarding Executive Order 13780 and partially granting the government’s request to stay the lower courts’ injunctions. We will keep tho...
By Rajiv S. KhannaExecutive Order on Visas
On June 26, 2017, the United States Supreme Court issued an order agreeing to hear the Administration’s appeals of two rulings by Federal Appeals Courts regarding Executive Order 13780 and partially granting the government’s request to stay the lower courts’ injunctions. We will keep those traveling...
By Rajiv S. KhannaUSCIS No Longer Accepting Petitions for One-Time Increase to the Temporary Nonagricultural Visa Program
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is no longer accepting petitions from U. S. employers seeking to hire temporary nonagricultural workers under the one-time increase to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 H-2B cap announced in July. For the first time, in May, Congress delegated its authority...
By Rajiv S. KhannaExecutive Summary on Immigration Principles and Policies
The Trump Administration is ready to work with Congress to achieve three immigration policy objectives to ensure safe and lawful admissions; defend the safety and security of our country; and protect American workers and taxpayers. Please check attached document for the executive summary.
By Rajiv S. KhannaNew Court Orders on Presidential Proclamation
On December 4, 2017, the U.S. Supreme Court granted the government’s motions for emergency stays of preliminary injunctions issued by U.S.
By Rajiv S. Khanna