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A major legal event took place in the area of U. S. immigration law on August 26, 2024. The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas recently ordered an administrative stay in the case of Texas v. Department of Homeland Security.  This stay has temporarily stopped the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from providing parole in place under the “Keeping Families Together” program for two weeks. What this stay implies, what it means for those it affects, and what they need to do will be discussed in this blog post. What is "Keeping Families Together"? “Keeping Families Together” is...

The U.S. Department of State's August 2024 Visa Bulletin has introduced significant updates in both family-based and employment-based categories: Family-Based Visa Categories F2A: Significant advancement, reducing wait times for spouses and children of permanent residents. F-2B, F-3, F-4: Noticeable movement, benefitting unmarried adult children and siblings of U.S. citizens. Employment-Based Visa Categories EB-2 and EB-3 for India: Major strides forward, improving the prospects for skilled professionals. Family-Based Petitions: F2A: Worldwide moves from November 1, 2023, to June 15, 2024. F-2B (Mexico): Advances from July 8, 2004, to July 15, 2004. F-3: Shifts from October 1, 2010, to November 1, 2011. F-4 (Mexico): Moves...

Achieving a U.S. Green Card is a significant milestone for many professionals and skilled workers. The EB-2 and EB-3 visa categories offer viable pathways for those aspiring to permanent residency. This guide explores these visa options, their eligibility requirements, and the steps involved in the application process. What is the EB-2 Visa? Eligibility: Advanced Degree: Applicants must hold an advanced degree or its equivalent. Benefits: Priority Processing: EB-2 applications often receive faster processing times. Higher Priority: The EB-2 category has a higher preference in the visa bulletin. What is the EB-3 Visa? Eligibility: Skilled Workers: Applicants must perform work requiring at least two years of training or...