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Learn about the latest changes in the December 2024 Visa Bulletin. While China sees small advancements in employment-based visa categories, India faces further retrogression. Family-sponsored categories remain largely unchanged with continued backlogs.
The November 2024 Visa Bulletin offers key updates on family-sponsored and employment-based immigrant visas. While China’s employment-based categories continue to show gradual advancement, Indian nationals face significant backlogs. Learn more about how these changes may affect your immigration process.
The U.S. immigration system is built on principles like family reunification, economic contributions, and humanitarian protection. It offers pathways through family-based and employment-based immigration, refugee and asylee programs, the Diversity Visa Program, and humanitarian relief. Understanding these options helps individuals navigate the complex legal process and, in some cases, apply for U.S. citizenship.
The H-1B visa is a popular pathway for foreign professionals seeking to work in the United States. However, with the annual cap and lottery process, not everyone secures an H-1B visa. If you weren’t selected in the lottery, don’t be discouraged—there are numerous alternative visa options and long-term pathways that can still allow you to…
The American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act (AC21) has considerably impacted U.S. immigration, particularly employment-based visas. While AC21 provides job portability to applicants undergoing adjustment of status, it also introduces specific rules and risks that must be understood and navigated carefully. This is especially pertinent for holders of an L-1A visa who are considering employment-based I-485 applications.
The DOS Visa Bulletin is an invaluable resource for those awaiting the issuance of family and employment-based immigrant visas. Issued monthly by the United States Department of State, this document provides a systematic way to monitor these visas’ availability and processing times. This article goes into the aspects of the Visa Bulletin, making it easier to understand and efficiently track your visa application’s progress.