Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for Certain Renewal Applicants
Martin Luther King Memorial Final Rule Effective May 4, 2022, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is temporarily amending existing DHS regulations related to expiring employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for certain renewal applicants. The prior extension period of up to 180 days will automatically increase to up to 540 days […]
CAMEROON Designated for TPS
New Family Unity Executive Order (June 18, 2024) (CANCELLED by Current ADMINISTRATION) The USCIS has issued the following statement through their public engagement services: Secretary Mayorkas Designates Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today the designation of Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months. […]
USCIS Agrees to Restore Path for Permanent Residence for TPS Beneficiaries
USCIS Agrees to Restore Path for Permanent Residence for TPS Beneficiaries A significant agreement has been reached to permit the adjustment of certain Foreign Nationals with potential who would otherwise be barred from receiving Legal Permanent Residence due to a prior removal order or a lack of legal entry. This results from a US District […]
EB-5 Program Re-Authorized (3/15/22)
EB-5 Program Re-Authorized (3/15/22) In quick summary, the reauthorization contains the following provisions: The EB-5 Regional Center program was reauthorized as amended on March 15, 2022 effective on various dates and will be in effect through September 30, 2027. USCIS will issue additional guidance shortly. The investment amounts will increase to $800,000 for a […]
“Camp Marriages” Recognized Again
“Camp Marriages” Recognized Again Effective immediately, USCIS officers will recognize a derivative refugee or asylee if there is evidence of an informal marriage where the spouses were unable to have their marriage legally recognized in the place of celebration because of their flight from persecution and circumstances beyond their control, or due to restrictive laws […]
