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How AI is Revolutionizing the Immigration System

October 26, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of nearly every global industry. Some businesses use it to streamline their practices, making them more efficient and saving money. Others see the potential of AI as a way to shift their goals and blaze new paths. In the world of immigration, technology has begun revolutionizing the system, changing regulations, easing restrictions, and speeding up a notoriously lengthy process. What’s new on the horizon with AI and immigration? Read on to find out.

The Barely Moving November Visa Bulletin

October 17, 2023
Followers of the US State Department’s monthly Visa Bulletin were pleased to see so much forward momentum in the October release. Yet, those who recognize the changes and what they mean predicted that so much movement would be followed by slow growth, and November’s bulletin is evidence of that expectation. With hardly any movement anywhere, the second bulletin of the new fiscal year’s lackluster release is broken down here.

Merit-Based Immigration Versus Skill-Based Immigration

October 13, 2023
Followers of the US immigration system have seen the headlines demanding change across the board, particularly in the H-1B employment-based visa category. Reformation is necessary to address the border security, substantial backlog in Green Cards, and imbalance in the number of H-1B allotted visas versus the demand. According to many proponents, one potential solution is the move from skill-based to merit-based immigration. What would this mean for immigrants and the US? Keep reading to find out.

Should the Visa Bulletin Change Its Filing Dates? How This Could Benefit Many H-1B Workers

October 12, 2023
It’s unsurprising that the current legislation advocates for change to the immigration system, particularly regarding the H-1B visa. With all the problems that made headlines in 2023, it’s apparent to anyone who pays attention to immigration that an underlying issue must be addressed. One possible solution to alleviate some of the backlog of family- and employment-based green cards is to move the filing dates in the Visa Bulletin forward. How would this benefit current and future H-1B workers? Read on to find out.

Major Changes to the Green Card Program Are Necessary

October 9, 2023
The topic of green cards and the long wait to obtain one has been part of ongoing legislation for years. In certain countries, individuals have waited years and, in some cases, over a decade to receive their green card. As of the Visa Bulletin’s release of October 1, 2023, there are some major changes on the horizon, but do these help or hinder the green card program? Keep reading to find out.

The Impact of Ramaswamy's H-1B Reform on Indians

October 6, 2023
It’s not a surprise that immigration visas are backlogged for many categories in various countries, particularly India’s H-1B visa. But with a wait time of over ten years for thousands of individuals, it’s understandable that their patience is disappearing. Now, presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy is promising to overhaul the H-1B visa program, replacing the outdated system with a more fair process. What is he promising, and how is it being received? We’ll explain here.

Walking You Through the Adjustment of Status Process From H-1B To Green Card

September 28, 2023
Foreign nationals who enter the US via the temporary visa route, like a work or student visa, often decide to stay permanently. They must apply for lawful permanent residency and obtain a green card to do this. Not all visas permit this path, but the H-1B category, also called a dual-intent visa, does, all without needing to leave the country. You just need to file an Adjustment of Status (AOS) and go through the green card process, and we’ll explain how to do that here.

Rumors of a Federal Government Shutdown on Oct. 1: Will Immigration Be Affected?

September 27, 2023
America’s immigration policies are frequently tied to the political situation in the country at any given time. When those in charge of reformation and policies can’t come to an agreement, the resulting impasse may have serious consequences. That’s what we see playing out on the near horizon as the end of the fiscal year approaches. If Congress can’t agree on how to fund the federal government, a partial shutdown could happen, and the impact could be damaging to those awaiting immigration paperwork. We’ll explain what’s going on and what you should be doing to prepare for a potential government shutdown here.

October's Visa Bulletin is Out: What You Should Know

September 26, 2023
When you're a foreign national waiting in the virtual queue for your green card, the US Department of State's Visa Bulletin is a vital resource. This bulletin notifies applicants of the latest priority dates per category and country. When yours is current, you can apply to move your green card forward to the next step. October's Visa Bulletin is officially out, and we've summarized the information in the document for you here.

What Happens When Your Child Ages Out of Your H-1B Visa?

September 22, 2023
Foreign workers under the H-1B visa umbrella enjoy the added perk of bringing their spouses and eligible children to the United States. While employed in this category, they have up to six years to live and work in America. During this period, it’s common for children to “age out” of the visa’s eligibility requirements. What happens when your child gets to this point, and is there any way you can keep them in the US with you? We have the details here.
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