by gipadmin | Jul 10, 2023 | USCIS-General
USCIS announced that it has introduced a new self-service tool that allows individuals applying for benefits, and their representatives, to reschedule biometric services appointments online. Previously, individuals could only reschedule a biometric services...
by gipadmin | Jun 23, 2023 | EAD, USCIS-General
n light of the recent U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) policy update regarding the Employment Authorization Document (EAD) under “compelling circumstances”, we feel it is essential to provide further clarification, specifically focusing on...
by gipadmin | Jun 13, 2023 | F-1, J-1, USCIS-General
USCIS announced its expansion of premium processing for applicants filing Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, and seeking a change of status to F-1, F-2, M-1, M-2, J-1, or J-2 nonimmigrant status. This premium processing expansion will occur...
by gipadmin | Mar 29, 2023 | Uncategorized, USCIS-General
The USCIS has issued a policy update today regarding timeframes for paper-based filings and responses ending on Saturdays, Sundays, or federal holidays. Effective immediately, USCIS will consider a filing or response submitted on paper timely if received by the end of...
by gipadmin | Mar 27, 2023 | H-1B, Uncategorized, USCIS-General
USCIS announced today that it has completed its random selection of FY2024 H-1B cap registrations that were properly submitted, and have notified all prospective petitioners with selected registrations that they are eligible to file a H-1B cap-subject petition....
by gipadmin | Mar 24, 2023 | Uncategorized, USCIS-General
USCIS announced it is ending the extension of its COVID-19-related flexibilities on March 23, 2023. As such, individuals must respond to any notices or requests dated after March 23, 2023 by the deadlines listed in the notice requested. This includes: Requests...