The Department of Labor says it will not accept or process PERM applications from Microsoft, Adobe, and six IT firms. Employers not named are not affected, but it's a good time to plan ahead. On Oct.

Schools would have to pay the fee before recommending students for OPT, but could pass the cost to students or employers. The proposal does not change current work authorization. The Department of ...

Learn how employers can navigate H-1B uncertainty, F-1 and J-1 changes, and alternative visa pathways including TN, O-1, J-1, and L-1.

What address history is required for a green card application? When applying for a family-based or marriage-based green card, you’ll need to provide your address history for the past five years to the ...

Can I travel outside the U.S. with a green card? Yes, you can travel abroad as a green card holder — that’s one of the many benefits of being a permanent resident. However, your trip must be temporary ...

Depending on the type of petition you’ve filed, or how complex your specific case may be, immigration processing times can be lengthy and difficult to navigate without timely updates. If your ...

Under U.S. immigration law, many international exchange visitors and students on J-1 visas are required to return to their home country for at least two years before they’re eligible to apply for a ...

Hiring from outside the European Union is becoming more common in Germany, especially as employers look to fill critical skill gaps. But getting a work visa approved is a multi-step process that ...

If you’re applying for a family-based green card or a marriage-based green card from abroad, and you’ve ever served in the military of any country, the U.S. government will ask for records of your ...

An H-1B denial does not always end the case. The right next step depends on why USCIS denied the petition, the worker's current status, and whether the problem is fixable with better evidence or ...

New rules for how the U.S. government determines whether someone is likely to become a “public charge” took effect on September 18, 2026. The change gives immigration officers broader discretion to ...

How Much Does Form I-526 Cost? The filing fee depends on the type of EB-5 investment. Standalone investors pay $3,675, while regional center investors pay $11,160. Most applicants today fall into the ...