SAVE Program and Overview of Using SAVE CaseCheck
Learn how the USCIS SAVE Program works and how to verify your immigration status for certain benefits in SAVE CaseCheck.
H1 and L1 Travel with Adjustment of Status Pending
H1s and L1s are often allowed to travel with adjustment of status pending without advance parole. We explain H1 and L1 travel with adjustment of status applications.
B1 Visas for Medical Clerkships and Observing Business/Vocational Activities
Exceptions for individuals: B1 visas can be obtained for certain medical clerkships or to observe business or vocational activities.
Evidence of Research Grants and Stipends in STEM O1 Visa Cases
Get the latest updates of guidance on considering competitive research grants and stipends in the context of O1 visa applicants in STEM fields.
When Entry of an Inadmissible Person Qualifies as “Admission”
Admission in immigration law relies on procedural regularity. An alien who is inadmissible at the time of entry can be granted admission. This does not cure inadmissibility.
BALCA Decision on “Minor Typographical Error” in Employer’s Name on SWA Job Order
The BALCA reversed the denial of labor certification in a case where the Employer’s name on the ETA Form 9089 did not match its name on the SWA job order.
Matter of Ognibene: E Visas and Dual Nationality
Matter of Ognibene set rules for dual nationality and E visas. Only person who enters the USA as national of treaty country may change to E2 treaty investor status
New Edition of Form I-9 (11/14/16 edition)
Starting on January 22, 2017, employers will be required to use the new edition of the Form I-9 dated 11/14/16. Until then, the 03/08/13 edition of the Form I-9 may be used.
Parole in Place for Families of Military Service Members and Veterans
Certain family members of U.S. military personnel who EWI may be granted parole in place. It waives a major ground of inadmissibility and may allow adjustment of status.
LIFE Act Adjustment of Status
The now expired LIFE Act adjustment of status allows aliens who have been grandfathered into Life Act adjustment to adjust status who would not be able to otherwise.
