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ByRebecca Kroll
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Learn how our client with decades of hands-on engineering experience successfully obtained a TN Visa as a Scientific/Engineering Technologist.
“Richards & Jurusik team made the process of applying for a TN Visa very easy. I was nervous about the interview but was properly prepared and had all the documentation perfect.”
– Roland Davidson
ByRebecca Kroll
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What happens if USCIS reaches the H-1B cap? This guide explains how the 65,000 regular and 20,000 master’s cap work, what the announcement means for employers and workers, who can still file, and how upcoming wage-based selection and fee changes could impact future H-1B seasons.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Applicants from high-scrutiny countries often face longer and deeper security screening during immigrant visa processing. Here’s what enhanced vetting actually means and what it does not.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Think H-1B sponsorship is too expensive or risky? We break down five common myths and explain why hiring H-1B workers is often simpler and more cost-effective than employers assume.
ByRebecca Kroll
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The FY 2027 H-1B cap season introduces a wage-weighted selection system, a $215 registration fee, and a potential $100,000 petition surcharge. Here’s what employers and applicants must know before March 2026 registration.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Applicants from countries experiencing visa slowdowns often worry their immigrant visa is denied. Here’s what “frozen country” really means and why delays are not the same as denial.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Preparing an H-1B petition for the 2026–2027 cycle requires more than basic documentation. With wage-based selection, increased registration fees, and new supplemental costs, employers and beneficiaries must follow an updated compliance checklist to avoid delays or denials.
ByRebecca Kroll
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A government shutdown can create uncertainty for immigrants. Learn how DHS funding works, whether USCIS will keep processing applications, and which immigration services may face delays.
ByRebecca Kroll
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The FY 2026 H-1B cap season is here with a higher $215 registration fee and a new wage-based selection system. Learn the step-by-step lottery process, key changes, and how U.S. employers can prepare to sponsor skilled foreign workers successfully.
ByRebecca Kroll
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In FY 2026, multiple employers can still register you for the H-1B lottery but new USCIS safeguards ensure fairness. Learn how beneficiary-based selection works and what risks to avoid.