Can I have an unpaid internship if I am in the U.S. on an OPT status?
If you studied in the U.S. on an F-1 visa and you are currently in the U.S. on a post completion OPT, you may [...]
Coronavirus Update: Requirements for US Citizens or Residents Visiting Canada
On March 21, U.S., Canada, and Mexico announced that the land borders between the three countries will close to non-essential travel as response to [...]
Can I have an unpaid internship if I am in the U.S. on an OPT status?
If you studied in the U.S. on an F-1 visa and you are currently in the U.S. on a post completion OPT, you may [...]
USCIS to Resume Premium Processing for Applications in Phases
USCIS has announced today that they will resume premium processing for Form I-129 Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker and Form I-140 Immigrant Petition for [...]
Coronavirus Update: Travel Ban Extended to Brazil
The White House issued another presidential proclamation imposing travel restrictions and quarantines on travelers from Brazil starting on 11:59 on May 26 due to [...]
USCIS Preparing to Resume In Person Services on June 4
USCIS is preparing some domestic offices to reopen and resume public services on or after June 4, 2020. Due to the social distancing rules [...]
Can I enter the U.S. on my E-2 visa? Can I enter the U.S. during Covid-19 with my E-2?
The Covid-19 crisis has disrupted all aspects of daily life. With both borders and Consulates closed, travel to and from the U.S. can be [...]
Can I enter the U.S. on a TN visa during Covid-19? Processing TN Visas in Times of US Canada Border COVID-19 Restrictions.
On March 21, U.S., Canada, and Mexico announced that the land borders between the three countries will close to non-essential travel. The initial closure [...]
I am in the U.S. on an O-1 visa that expires soon. Should my company file for an extension or should the company file a renewal application for 3 years? Which is better?
If you are currently in the U.S. on an O-1 visa and your visa is about to expire, you company may be considering 2 [...]
Coronavirus Update: U.S. and Canada Land Border Restrictions Extended Through June 22
On March 21, U.S., Canada, and Mexico announced that the land borders between the three countries will close to non-essential travel. The initial closure [...]
Do I have to live in the U.S. if I have an E-1 visa? I am unable to enter the U.S. due to the Corona virus outbreak. Will this impact my E-1 visa renewal?
E-1 visa is a great visa for treaty traders who engage in international trade between the U.S. and their home treaty country. Is there a residency requirement for [...]
Coronavirus Update: Canada and United States Border Closure Expected to be Extended
On March 21, U.S., Canada, and Mexico announced that the land borders between the three countries will close to non-essential travel. The initial closure [...]
Coronavirus Update: ICE Extends Form I-9 Compliance Procedures during COVID-19 Pandemic
ICE has announced today that it is extending its relaxed I-9 employment verification procedures for another 30 days, or until June 18, 2020. In [...]
I am on an L-1 visa for a new office and had to lay off or furlough employees due to Corona virus. Am I eligible to renew my L-1 visa if the company does not have employees?
Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment. Many companies have started to reduce wages and put staff on leave, and some companies have [...]
Bill Introduced in Congress to Allow 40,000 Doctor and Nurses Immigrant Visas
A group of Senators have introduced legislation in Congress that would allow 40,000 immigrant doctors and nurses to gain visas and work permits as [...]
Coronavirus Update: USCIS Extends Flexibility for Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny
USCIS has extended the flexibility for applicants and petitioners who are responding to requests for evidence (RFE), or notices of intent to deny (NOID), [...]
FY 2021 Diversity Visa Lottery Results Delayed Until June 6
The U.S. State Department has announced today that it has postponed the diversity visa lottery result date from May 5, 2020 to June 5, [...]
I am an employer and may need to furlough, reduce the working hours, or reduce salaries of my staff. Can my L-1 employees work part-time? Can they be furloughed?
Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment. Many companies have started to reduce wages and put staff on leave, and some companies have [...]
Lawsuit Filed against White House Blocking Stimulus Check for U.S. Citizens Married to Immigrants without Social Security Numbers
A lawsuit has been filed again President Trump over the federal government declining to make the $1200 stimulus checks to U.S. citizens who are [...]
Coronavirus Update: USCIS Office Preparing to Reopen on June 4
USCIS has announced today that it is planning to reopen local offices on June 4. On March 18, USCIS temporarily suspended all in-person services [...]
Presidential Proclamation Suspends Some Immigrants from Entering the US for 60 Days but will have very limited Impact
Starting on 11:59 PM EST on April 23, 2020, President Trump has suspended the entry of certain employment and family-based green cards for 60 [...]
Coronavirus Update: President Trump Promises to Temporarily Suspend Immigration into the US
President Trump tweeted on Monday that he will sign an Executive Order to temporarily suspend immigration into the U.S. The purpose of the order [...]
Coronavirus Update: CPB and Ports of Entries Allowing Second Satisfactory Departure Application
The Visa Waiver Program or ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is a program that allows citizens from certain countries (38 countries) to apply [...]
Coronavirus Update: U.S. Canada and Mexico Land Border Restrictions Extended Through May 20
On March 21, U.S., Canada, and Mexico announced that the land borders between the three countries will close to non-essential travel. The initial closure [...]
Coronavirus Update: U.S. and Canada Border Closure Likely to be Extended
On March 21, U.S., Canada, and Mexico announced that the land borders between the three countries will close to non-essential travel. The initial closure [...]
Coronavirus Update: California Announces Access to Disaster Relief Funds for Undocumented Immigrants
California’s Governor Gavin Newsom announced on April 15 that the State is granting undocumented immigrants access to the State’s $125 million disaster assistance program. [...]
I am on an L-1 visa and my employment was terminated because of Corona virus/COVID-19. What are my options? Do I have to depart the U.S. right away?
Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment. Many companies have started to reduce wages and put staff on leave, and some companies have [...]
Kelly R. LeGrand Weiner Moderates COVID-19 related Non-immigrant visa updates and strategies Question and Answer for Immigration Lawyers
Kelly R. LeGrand Weiner will moderate the Q&A for a Corporate Practice Committee event for AILA’s New York chapter as part of a panel [...]
My status is running out and I cannot leave because of Corona Virus. Can I file a Change of Status application in the U.S.? What are the Implications of filing this application?
When you enter the U.S. on a visa, your I-94 date governs the amount of time that you are permitted to stay in the [...]
Coronavirus Update: FY 2021 H-1B Cap Petition Processing Will be Delayed Due to the Coronavirus
USCIS has announced on April 13 that due to the Coronavirus outbreak and for health and safety reasons, they will not begin to perform [...]
I had to terminate the employment of an H-1B employee due to the Corona virus outbreak. What are my obligations as an H-1B Employer? Do I have to pay for the employee’s flight?
Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment. Many companies have started to reduce wages and put staff on leave, and some companies have [...]
Coronavirus Update: No Special COVID Relief for Nonimmigrants Seeking Change or Extension of Stay
At the moment, USCIS is not offering flexibility to nonimmigrant who are unable to depart the U.S. because of the COVID outbreak. Foreign nationals [...]
Coronavirus Update: Florida Imposes Checkpoints for Out of State Travelers
The U.S. State of Florida has imposed checkpoints on their borders with Alabama and Georgia. Police checkpoints are set up on the I-95 and [...]
Coronavirus Update: CDC Public Health Measure Used to Expedite Removal Processes
On March 21, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a public charge measure that border officials are using to override [...]
Coronavirus Update: ICE Sued by Immigration Group for Release of High-Risk Individuals in Virginia
On Thursday, three immigration groups filed a lawsuit against Immigration and Citizenship Enforcement (ICE) on behalf of nine people being held in Virginia detention [...]
