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On September 21, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued formal guidance on the recent Presidential Proclamation mandating a $100,000 filing fee for certain H-1B petitions. This memorandum offers official confirmation of points we previously analyzed in our earlier breakdown of the proclamation. Below, we outline the key clarifications provided by USCIS and what they mean for employers, current H-1B visa holders, and prospective applicants. Key Takeaways from USCIS Policy Guidance Prospective Only The $100,000 fee only applies to new H-1B petitions filed on or after September 21, 2025. Employers planning new filings should be prepared to budget accordingly. Not Retroactive Petitions...

On June 20, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rolled out a significant compliance update for U.S. employers who participate in E-Verify. This update introduces a new "Status Change Report" designed to help businesses identify employees whose Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) have been revoked due to the termination of their immigration parole. If your company employs individuals under humanitarian parole programs—especially Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, or Venezuelan (CHNV) nationals—this alert should be a priority on your compliance radar. What Changed? DHS has started revoking EADs issued to certain parolees whose status has been terminated. These revocations can happen individually or in groups and...

As of June 11, 2025, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a critical update to its policy regarding the Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. This change significantly impacts applicants pursuing adjustment of status and highlights the importance of staying up to date with immigration procedures. If you’re navigating the complex U.S. immigration system, the VKM Law Group—a trusted Immigration Attorney in New Jersey—is here to ensure you remain compliant and informed. Under the new policy, any Form I-693 signed on or after November 1, 2023, is only valid while the immigration application...