In this issue: 1. ICE Announces Extension of I-9 Flexibilities to October 31, 2022 – The extension relates to deferral of the physical presence requirements of the employment eligibility verification process for certain employees. 2. USCIS Stops Applying Certain EAD Provisions for Asylum Applicants – In response to a decision in Asylumworks v. Mayorkas, U.S. […]
In this issue: 1. DHS, DOL Announce Additional 35,000 H-2B Nonagricultural Visas for Second Half of FY 2022 – The Departments of Homeland Security and Labor announced a forthcoming joint temporary final rule to make available an additional 35,000 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas for the second half of FY 2022. The visas will be […]
In this issue: 1. OPTIONS FOR UKRAINIANS: AN OVERVIEW – This article provides an overview of options for Ukrainians in several European Union countries following the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and massive migrant outflows. 2. ITALY – There is good news from the Italian government for people who seek to convert their permit of […]
In this issue: 1. DHS Designates Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status; Immigration Help in ‘Special Situations’ Available on Case-by-Case Basis – The Department of Homeland Security announced the designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months. Eligible individuals must have continuously resided in the United States since March 1, 2022. Also, USCIS issued […]
In this issue: 1. International Entrepreneur Update: National Advocacy Groups Recommend Streamlining Parole Program; House Passes Bill To Create New Visa – There have been several recent developments of interest to international entrepreneurs. 2. USCIS Releases Form I-9 Guidance for H-2B Workers Seeking to Change Employers – The guidance is related to a joint temporary […]
In this issue: 1. ATTRACTING HIGHLY SKILLED TALENT: AN OVERVIEW – This article provides an overview of programs to attract highly skilled talent in Italy and Turkey. 2. ITALY – Applications for startup visas can be filed January 27 to March 17, 2022. Also, Italy announced the number of foreign workers allowed in Italy for […]
In this issue: 1. USCIS Extends Flexibilities for Responding to Certain Agency Requests – The flexibilities apply if the issuance date listed on the request, notice, or decision is between March 1, 2020, and March 26, 2022, inclusive. USCIS said it will consider a response to such requests and notices received within 60 calendar days […]
In this issue: 1. Biden Administration Increases Travel Restrictions in Response to New ‘Omicron’ Coronavirus Variant – In a rapidly developing situation, following new travel bans imposed on several countries, the Biden administration announced additional measures, effective December 6, 2021, including a requirement that inbound international passengers take a COVID-19 viral test within a day […]
In this issue: 1. GLOBAL – In a rapidly developing situation, several countries imposed travel bans quickly in response to the new “Omicron” coronavirus variant. As the pandemic situation remains fluid, travelers should check for the latest requirements before traveling. 2. CANADA – This article discusses recent developments in COVID-19-related border measures. 3. ITALY – […]
In this issue: 1. House Budget Reconciliation Bill Retains High-Skilled Immigrant Provisions, Would Impose Fee Increases – The House of Representatives’ draft social spending bill contains several immigration measures, including provisions paving the way for high-skilled scientists and engineers, and raising immigration-related fees. 2. CDC Issues Order for Negative Pre-Departure COVID-19 Test or Documentation of […]