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The H-1B cap selection process is changing for the FY 2027 cap season (registration in March 2026) with a wage-weighted selection model replacing the traditional randomized lottery. Higher …
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Court Limits USCIS “Final Merits” Denials in EB-1A Cases (Mukherji v. Miller) A federal district court in Nebraska vacated a USCIS EB-1A denial that relied on the agency’s “final merits …
The H-1B Overall Is Launching - March 2026 Employers relying on global talent will need to move from a volume-based, reactive H-1B approach to a deliberate, compensation-driven workforce strategy. …
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A DHS final rule shifts the cap-subject H-1B registration selection process from a purely random draw to a wage-weighted model that increases selection odds for roles offered at higher OEWS wage …
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The Trump Gold Card is a new U.S. residency program launched in 2025 that could redefine how high-net-worth immigrants obtain U.S. permanent residency. This program offers a fast-track path to a green …
The U.S. immigration system offers multiple visa and green card pathways that can serve as alternatives to the International Entrepreneur Parole (IEP), also known as the International Entrepreneur …
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State Department Policy Expands Vetting Process For H-1B Visa Thorough background checks, application assessment, and interviews are common steps in “vetting” a candidate’s eligibility for U.S. …
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For many visa holders, a recurring travel pattern known as a “boomerang trip” can trigger heightened scrutiny from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Being a frequent traveler isn’t against the …
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Hundreds of thousands of workers rely on timely EAD renewals to stay employed. Now that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced a significant policy change, foreign nationals, …
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On September 19, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a new $100,000 H-1B visa fee, reshaping how U.S. employers hire international workers. This one-time surcharge applies to new H-1B petitions …
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