Immigration

Overview: Opportunity Amidst Restriction In a season marked by tightened immigration policies and increased scrutiny, a surprising and potentially transformative opportunity has emerged for high-skilled professionals from India and China. While new restrictions, such as the Department of State's suspension of immigrant visa issuances for 75 countries, seem like a step back, they may actually open the door for thousands of employment-based (EB) green cards to become available. For applicants already in the U.S.—especially those in H-1B or L-1 status—this situation presents a unique window of opportunity. With the right legal support and strategic timing, applicants can advance their immigration goals despite...

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the opening of the FY 2027 H-1B cap initial registration period, marking the first critical step for employers seeking to sponsor foreign professionals under the H-1B program. The registration period will open at 12:00 PM Eastern on March 4, 2026, and remain open through 12:00 PM Eastern on March 19, 2026. Employers and their authorized representatives must complete electronic registrations during this window to be eligible to file an H-1B cap-subject petition. H-1B Registration Window: What Employers Must Do During the FY 2027 registration period, employers (or their attorneys) are required to: Submit electronic registrations...

Effective December 26, 2025, sweeping changes to U.S. immigration enforcement have officially taken effect. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has implemented new visa travel restrictions and biometric monitoring protocols that directly impact green card holders and visa applicants, especially from certain high-risk countries. At VKM Law Group, our team of experienced immigration attorneys in New Jersey is here to break down what these changes mean for you, and how to stay compliant and protected. Why This Matters These new rules were introduced under President Donald Trump’s administration as part of a broader initiative to: Enhance national security Modernize the U.S. border...