Wasden

December 2024

Person holding Form I-134A, which has been temporarily paused due to the 'Securing Our Borders' executive order, affecting immigration support.

Form I-134A Paused! How Will This Impact Immigrants and Supporters?

In response to the recent executive order titled “Securing Our Borders,” the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has temporarily stopped accepting Form I-134A, known as the Online Request to be a Supporter and Declaration...

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Team discussing responding to immigration inquiries and protecting business compliance.

Random Immigration Inquiries: Are You Prepared to Protect Your Business?

Random immigration inquiries can present significant challenges for employers managing non-immigrant employees. These inquiries, often conducted by USCIS or other federal agencies, demand precision and careful compliance to avoid triggering further scrutiny. This article highlights...

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Travel essentials for handling visa revocations, including passports, maps, and magnifying glass for detailed immigration case research.

Mastering Visa Revocation Cases: Key Strategies for Immigration Success

Immigration challenges, such as visa revocations, often arise unexpectedly, leaving individuals in complex legal situations. For immigration attorneys, addressing such scenarios requires a proactive approach, a solid understanding of the law, and the ability to...

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Fraud Alert displayed on a laptop screen with hands typing, symbolizing fraud findings and immigration litigation challenges.

Facing an RFE or Fraud Finding? Discover What You Can

Immigration attorneys often encounter cases involving complex issues such as fraud findings, RFEs (Requests for Evidence), and the challenges of maintaining lawful status while managing U.S. immigration processes. This article explores the nuances of these...

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Why Did USCIS Suddenly Drop the COVID-19 Vaccine Rule for

In a significant update, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced on January 22, 2025, that COVID-19 vaccination documentation will no longer be required for adjustment of status applicants. This means green card seekers...

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Signpost symbolizing changes in direction under a clear sky, representing the CBP One app impact on border entry processes.

Are Border Entry Rules Changing? Here’s What You Need to

On January 20, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officially removed the scheduling feature from the CBP One™ mobile app. This CBP One app impact has left many immigrants and stakeholders questioning the implications...

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International students discussing self-employment opportunities on OPT with laptops and documents in a modern workspace.

Can You Be Your Own Boss on OPT? Understanding Self-Employment

International students in the U.S. often dream of starting their own businesses or working independently while on Optional Practical Training (OPT). The good news is that self-employment is generally permitted during the initial 12-month OPT...

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Confused professional woman sitting at a desk with documents, illustrating changes in USCIS rules for immigration fees.

Did USCIS Just Change the Rules Again? Here’s What You

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently issued a second correction to the fee schedule rule, addressing errors in immigration and naturalization benefit fees. Originally introduced in January 2024, the rule intended to revise...

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Immigration attorney explaining USCIS regulatory updates for arriving aliens, highlighting changes in 8 CFR §§204.2 & 245.1.

Did USCIS Just Simplify the Adjustment Process? Here’s What You

USCIS has issued a correction to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to address an oversight from a 2006 interim final rule regarding arriving aliens in removal proceedings. This adjustment ensures consistency in regulatory provisions...

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