USCIS Updates – USCIS Extends COVID-19-related Flexibilities through March 23, 2023
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USCIS Updates – USCIS Extends COVID-19-related Flexibilities through March 23, 2023

On January 24, 2023, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued another extension to assist applicants, petitioners, and requestors respond to agency requests through March 23, 2023. USCIS anticipates that this will be the final extension of these accommodations, and requesters must comply with the response requirements set forth in any request or notice dated after March 23, 2023.

Understanding H1B Visa Extensions and Renewals: An Employer’s Guide
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Understanding H1B Visa Extensions and Renewals: An Employer’s Guide

Are you an employer seeking to understand the intricacies of H1B Visa extensions and renewals? This article provides valuable insights into the H1B Visa renewal process, term lengths, extension procedures, and related complexities.

Automatic EAD Extension increased up to 540 Days
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Automatic EAD Extension increased up to 540 Days

On May 3, 2022, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a temporary increase to the automatic extension period for certain employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) renewal applicants to up to 540 days. The temporary increase takes effect on May 4, 2022, and is set to expire on Oct. 27, 2023. See if you qualify for the automatic 540-day EAD extension. 

How do I get TN visa status as a Mexican citizen?
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How do I get TN visa status as a Mexican citizen?

The Trade NAFTA (TN) category was developed as part of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) for Mexican and Canadian citizens to work and live in the United States temporarily. NAFTA has since been replaced by the US Mexico Canada Agreement, the USCMA. The USMCA adopted the major parts of NAFTA dealing with Mexican (TN-2 Visa) and Canadian (TN-1 Visa) citizens working in the US. Under the USCMA citizens of Mexico are allowed to work in the US under certain NAFTA professions in TN-2 visa status. Permanent residents of Mexico are not eligible for TN-2 Visa status. Find out what you need to get TN-2 status as a Mexican citizen. 

US Immigration Update – USCIS Extends Flexibility for Responding to Agency Requests
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US Immigration Update – USCIS Extends Flexibility for Responding to Agency Requests

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued another extension to assist applicants, petitioners, and requestors respond to agency requests through July 25, 2022. With this extension, USCIS has indicated that this will likely be the final extension of these flexibilities. Read more about this USCIS update here.