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ByRebecca Kroll
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USCIS has introduced a wage-based selection system for the H-1B lottery, giving higher salaries more chances at selection. Here’s what that means for applicants.
ByJeremy Richards
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The February 2026 Visa Bulletin continues a cautious early FY-2026 pace, with steady family- and employment-based cutoffs, strong Filing Dates in key categories like F2A, expanding DV-2026 rank numbers, and important updates on EB-4 Certain Religious Workers.
ByJeremy Richards
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The January 2026 Visa Bulletin reflects a measured start to FY-2026, with predictable family-based advancements, conservative employment-based progress, and growing Diversity Visa availability.
ByRebecca Kroll
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When can you file Form I-485? Learn how the Visa Bulletin, priority dates, and sponsorship category determine your eligibility for adjustment of status.
ByJeremy Richards
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USCIS will now use the Final Action Dates chart from the Visa Bulletin to determine when a visa becomes available for CSPA age calculation, aligning its process with the Department of State. This change, effective August 15, 2025, impacts family-sponsored, employment-based, and diversity visa applicants, and clarifies rules for pending cases and extraordinary circumstances.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Although the E-2 visa is a temporary status, there are several legal ways to pursue U.S. permanent residence through employment, family, or investment categories.
ByRebecca Kroll
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) offers a self-petition pathway to a green card for professionals whose work benefits the U.S., but approval is now tougher in 2025.
ByJeremy Richards
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Many clients are surprised to see the Asylum Program Fee added to their employment-based immigration filings. Here’s why USCIS requires this fee, even when you’re not applying for asylum.
ByJeremy Richards
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We are pleased to announce the successful EB1A petition approval for one of our esteemed clients – an economist at the forefront of auction theory and market design.
“That is amazing news! I did not expect a response so quickly. Thank you so much for all of your work on this!”
—EB1A Recipient, Economist
ByJeremy Richards
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Richards and Jurusik is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to join our team. This position involves advising clients on U.S. immigration matters, including visa applications, naturalization, family-based immigration, and business immigration compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in immigration law, excellent legal research and drafting skills, and a client-focused approach.