Immigration News
March 15, 2016
DHS Issues Advisory for Students with Existing 17-Month STEM OPT EADs as of May 10, 2016
Following the published announcement of the new F-1 STEM OPT 24 month final rule, the Department of Homeland Security has…More
March 15, 2016
DHS Issues Final Rule Expanding STEM OPT Extensions for 24 Months
Published in the Federal Register on March 11, 2016, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a new final…More
January 26, 2016
DHS Granted Extension Until May 8, 2016 to Issue STEM OPT Extension Final Rule
On January 23, 2016, the presiding judge of the US District Court for the District of Columbia, in the case…More
May 24, 2013
H-1B for Professional Employees
H-1B for Professional Employees The H-1B category applies to foreign nationals coming temporarily to perform services in a specialty occupation….More
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August 27, 2026
State Department Pauses Immigrant Visa Appointments Worldwide On August 25, 2026, the U.S. State Department directed U.S. Consulates around the world to postpone immigrant visa interviews while...MoreAugust 25, 2026
DHS Proposes a $103,265 Fee on Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions In 2025, the Department of Homeland Security instituted a $100k fee on certain H-1B petitions, causing confusion and concern among...More
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