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PERM Processing Times See Significant Backlog as of February 2025
The February 2025 update provides processing times for U.S. Department of Labor immigration-related applications, including H-1B, PERM, H-2B, H-2A, and CW-1 programs. Key insights include prevailing wage determination timelines, average…
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Asian immigrants rally over delays in residence permits in Lisbon
Portugal’s immigration system faces severe delays, as seen in the April 7, 2025, protest of over 100 Asian immigrants in…
What Happens if You Send Your USCIS Application to the Wrong Lockbox?
Submitting immigration applications can be stressful, with common mistakes including sending applications to the wrong USCIS lockbox. These lockbox facilities…
USCIS Policy Now Defines Two Biological Sexes: Male and Female
USCIS updated its policy to recognize only two biological sexes, male and female, aligning with a 2025 executive order. Sex…
USCIS Finishes Sending H-1B Lottery Results for 2026 First Round
The USCIS completed the first phase of the FY 2026 H-1B lottery. By March 31, 2025, employers and legal representatives…
USCIS Raises Income Standards for Green Card Sponsors
In March 2025, USCIS raised the income requirements for green card sponsors. This change affects individuals sponsoring family members aiming…
USCIS Broadens Use of Notices to Appear
USCIS announced a policy change effective February 28, 2025, broadening its authority to issue Notices to Appear (NTAs). NTAs are…
USCIS Halts Green Card Applications for Refugees and Asylum Seekers
USCIS has paused green card applications for refugees and asylum seekers starting March 25, 2025, as part of enhanced vetting…
Missed Your H-1B Notice by March 31? Here’s What to Do Next
If you didn’t receive an H-1B selection notification from USCIS by March 31, it likely means your application wasn’t chosen.…