The USCIS has completed the initial selection for FY 2026 H-1B visas, with a filing window opening on April 1, 2025. An additional selection round may be possible if the cap is not met by June 30, 2025.

USCIS has confirmed that it will utilize the Final Action Dates chart for employment-based adjustment of status applications in April 2025. Applicants with priority dates earlier than the listed Final Action Dates are eligible to file their applications.

The new policy enforces noncitizen registration requirements under the INA, mandating certain noncitizens to register with DHS, carry proof of registration, and comply within 30 days to avoid penalties.

The FY 2026 H-1B cap registration period will run from March 7 to March 24, 2025, requiring employers to register electronically through the USCIS system and pay the increased $215 fee per beneficiary.

The DHS final rule on H-1B modernization, effective January 17, 2025, clarifies specialty occupation requirements, revises employer definitions, codifies deference policy, expands cap exemptions, extends cap-gap benefits, permits beneficiary-owned petitions, and formalizes site visit authority

USCIS ended the bundling of H-4 and L-2 work authorization applications with H-1B and L-1 petitions starting January 18, 2025, leading to potential processing delays for dependents.

USCIS has confirmed that it will utilize the Final Action Dates chart for employment-based adjustment of status applications in February 2025. Applicants with priority dates earlier than the listed Final Action Dates are eligible to file their applications.

The January 2025 Visa Bulletin shows no changes in the Dates for Filing chart and minimal advancements in Final Action Dates for certain employment-based categories.

The December 2024 Visa Bulletin shows no changes in the Dates for Filing chart and minimal advancements in Final Action Dates for certain employment-based categories.

For green card applicants, especially from high-demand countries, understanding chargeability and the cross-chargeability exception can be key to reducing wait times. This article explains how applicants may leverage a family member’s country of birth to expedite their path to permanent residency.

Green card holders often wonder how international travel impacts their permanent resident status. This article provides essential information on maintaining residency while traveling abroad, including how long a green card holder can stay overseas, when to apply for a reentry permit, and tips to avoid jeopardizing the status.

The U.S. Visa Bulletin can seem complex, but understanding the terms and charts is essential for those seeking permanent residency. This guide explains key terminology, preference categories, and the steps needed to track your application’s progress confidently.