USCIS

Visa Denials and Blacklists: How DHS Is Targeting?

Recent allegations against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) suggest that the agency has overstepped its legal bounds, targeting Indian-owned businesses with secretive blacklisting practices. This includes visa revocations and denials without proper legal...

I-140 Petition: USCIS’s New Guidelines on Fees

Form I-140: Understanding Fees and Completing Information Correctly Filing Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, can be a complex process involving multiple steps and financial considerations. Since April 2024, a significant number of I-140...

Options for Extending STEM OPT Beyond 24 Months

As the landscape of immigration policies evolves, F-1 students pursuing STEM fields in the U.S. are offered several opportunities to extend their stay beyond the traditional academic journey. This article explores key updates and strategies...

Citizenship Day 2024: The Journey to a New Identity

Citizenship Day, observed on September 17, is an important event that highlights the significance of U.S. citizenship for immigrants. This day coincides with Constitution Day, reflecting on the nation’s founding principles and its role in...

H1B Visa Petitions: Defeat Government Overreach

H1B visa petitions have a plain complexity mainly due to the additional hurdles that the government sometimes establishes which are of no consequence. Conversely, there are situations whereby these applications will ask for proof of...

Green Card Journey: Key Updates for I-485

Navigating the I-485, or Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is a crucial step for those seeking a Green Card in the United States. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has made...