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Understanding the H1B visa, associated fees, and who is responsible for them can be confusing. One such fee, the $500 fraud prevention and detection fee, often raises questions about who can pay it and the implications of such payment on the H-1B beneficiary’s wage. We discuss who can pay this fee here.
Understanding U.S. immigration law requirements, particularly about employment-based visas like the H-1B, and understanding what constitutes a “U.S. employer” according to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is crucial. For businesses seeking to employ foreign nationals under such visas, meeting these standards is the first step toward a successful petition. We explain the definition of a U.S. employer for immigration purposes here.
Navigating the complex world of U.S. immigration can be challenging, especially when your current visa expires, but you have a pending application for permanent residency or a green card. If you’re a Canadian or Mexican national in the U.S. under a TN (Trade NAFTA) visa and face this scenario, it’s important to understand your options to maintain your legal status.
Immigration processes can be lengthy and fraught with delays, leaving applicants in limbo. When unreasonable delays occur, filing a mandamus action might be the only recourse to compel action. A mandamus is a judicial remedy in the form of an order from a court to an inferior government official requiring the fulfillment of an administrative action. However, this extraordinary remedy should be used only in exceptional cases.
U.S. immigration law is full of terminologies that can often leave your head spinning. Two frequently confusing terms are “national” and “citizen”. At first glance, they might seem synonymous, but in the context of immigration and legal definitions, they carry different implications. Here, we explain each term’s differences and significance.
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) offers a pathway for immigrants who are victims of abuse by certain U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents to seek safety and stability in the form of a U.S. Green Card. Here’s an overview of the eligibility requirements and the application process for navigating this delicate situation.
Whether you are a resident or nonresident alien impacts your U.S. tax obligations significantly. Understand the differences and tests, including the green card and substantial presence tests, to determine your status accurately.
U.S. immigration can be complex, especially when it involves joining your fiancé(e), a U.S. citizen, or a lawful permanent resident (LPR). The U.S. Department of State provides two main visa options for fiancé(e)s: the K-1 nonimmigrant and B-2 visitor visas. Understanding the differences and appropriate circumstances for each can make your journey smoother—we discus both the K-1 and B-2 visa options here.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual. This update incorporates the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) definition of “science or art” into USCIS procedures, specifically affecting Schedule A and Group II cases. This blog post delves into the details of this policy change and its implications for employment-based 2nd and 3rd preference (EB-2 and EB-3) petitions.
The TN Visa, under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), provides a unique opportunity for Canadian and Mexican citizens to engage in professional employment in the United States. Understanding the specific requirements and conditions of the TN Visa is important for professionals seeking to work in the U.S. This blog reviews how employment is defined under the USMCA for TN Visa holders.