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Immigration

Proclamation suspending entry of certain H-1B, H-2B, J-1, and L visa workers extended until March 31, 2020

On December 31, 2020, President Trump extended the Proclamation 10014 that suspends visa issuance to: H-1B or H-2B visa workers (and any alien accompanying or following to join such alien) J visa workers, if they are participating in an intern,…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 5, 2021

Immigration L-1 Visa

What does the Presidential Proclamation on L visas mean for my application? Can I still apply for an L visa at a U.S. Consulate? Can I apply for L-1 status from within the US?

On June 22, 2020, a Presidential Proclamation was issued that impacts the ability of certain visa holders to enter the United States. Under this proclamation anyone who was outside the United States as of June 24, 2020 and did not…

Jenny ZhanAugust 17, 2020

Immigration News

Who does the new Executive Order Banning Certain Visas Impact?

On Monday June 22, The Trump Administration signed an Executive Order suspending the entry of some H-1B, H-4, H-2B, J, and L visa holders, with some exceptions. According to the President, the reason for the EO was that these individuals…

Jenny ZhanJune 24, 2020

COVID-19

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 days. Although the date has now been set at 60 days, it could be extended. Below…

Jenny ZhanApril 23, 2020

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COVID-19

Trump Administration Announces Suspension of Green Card Issuance

President Trump announced on Tuesday that he will sign an executive order that will suspend the processing of permanent residence applications for 60 days. The announcement stated that there may be exemptions to the rule, however what these exemptions are…

Jenny ZhanApril 22, 2020

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COVID-19

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 is to protect American jobs and a means of combating the coronavirus outbreak. At this time,…

Jenny ZhanApril 21, 2020

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H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

Premium Processing Suspended for Some H-1B Applications Through February 2019

USCIS has extended and expanded the suspension of premium processing for certain H-1B cases. This suspension affects Fiscal Year 2019 pending cap cases and, starting from September 11, 2018, most changes of employer, changes of status, and amendment applications. This…

Jenny ZhanAugust 29, 2018

Proclamation suspending entry of certain H-1B, H-2B, J-1, and L visa workers extended until March 31, 2020

What does the Presidential Proclamation on L visas mean for my application? Can I still apply for an L visa at a U.S. Consulate? Can I apply for L-1 status from within the US?

Who does the new Executive Order Banning Certain Visas Impact?

Presidential Proclamation Suspends Some Immigrants from Entering the US for 60 Days but will have very limited Impact

Trump Administration Announces Suspension of Green Card Issuance

Coronavirus Update: President Trump Promises to Temporarily Suspend Immigration into the US

Premium Processing Suspended for Some H-1B Applications Through February 2019

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