Immigration

The U.S. immigration landscape is once again shifting—and this time, it could directly impact thousands of pending applications across the country. Recent reports indicate that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has begun placing certain immigration cases on hold due to the implementation of a new security vetting process. For individuals, families, and businesses relying on timely immigration decisions, this development raises urgent questions. What’s happening? Who is affected? And most importantly—what should you do next? In this blog, we break down the key dates, developments, and implications of this situation, while helping you stay prepared in an evolving immigration environment. Key Dates...

We recently handled an especially challenging case that underscores the importance of precision, strategy, and experience in immigration matters. A client approached us after receiving an extensive Request for Evidence (RFE) from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services related to a change of status from H-1B to F-1, which had initially been filed pro se. The RFE was not routine—it scrutinized virtually every aspect of the application, including: Maintenance of status Eligibility for F-1 classification And most critically, nonimmigrant intent, specifically the applicant’s intent to return to their home country upon completion of studies Time was limited. The stakes were high. Our approach: Conducted a...

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has officially reached the fiscal year (FY) 2027 H-1B cap, including the advanced degree exemption (master’s cap). For employers, this marks a critical shift from registration to petition filing. If your beneficiary was selected, immediate action is required to secure your H-1B opportunity. What the H-1B Cap Announcement Means USCIS received enough electronic registrations during the initial period to meet the FY 2027 cap. As a result: A lottery selection process has been completed Selected beneficiaries have been notified Employers can now check their status via USCIS online accounts Only those with selected registrations can proceed with filing...