Self Petition News – 2024-03-31
Welcome to the weekly news summary related to green card self-petition. This news page tries to capture immigration news that is relevant to self-petition applicants. It tries to gather broad immigration topics that may be of interest to self-petition EB1A, and EB2-NIW applicants. Hope you enjoy the news. All news sources are acknowledged. If you need additional details follow the source link.
News Articles
- Law Firm Advocates for Policy Change to Allow Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees Employment-Based Permanent Resident Status in the U.S.
- Can I change jobs after receiving NIW approval?
- USCIS Updates Policy Manual with Clearer Criteria for Expedite Requests
- Technical Glitches and Mislabeling Issues in USCIS’s Digital Transition for H1B Visa Registrations
- H-1B Visa Program Fuels US Growth and Technological Progress, Not Job Theft: Digital Strategist Gerardo Dada
- Do I need a lawyer to apply for an EB1A green card?
- Analyzing an Error Code or URL related to EdgeSuite
- Lawsuit Filed to Block USCIS Fee Hike for Immigrants and Employers
Law Firm Advocates for Policy Change to Allow Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees Employment-Based Permanent Resident Status in the U.S.
The Murthy Law Firm has submitted a letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requesting a policy adjustment to allow Ukrainian nationals who arrived in the U.S. through the Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) humanitarian parole program to gain employment-based (EB) lawful permanent resident (LPR) status. Current USCIS policy prevents U4U parolees from qualifying for EB adjustment of status. The firm argues that the Immigration and Nationality Act supports their proposal and that the policy change would be legal and within USCIS’s authority. The change would benefit Ukrainians displaced by the Russian invasion and unable to return home, as well as the U.S. economy.
Date: 2024/03/28
Can I change jobs after receiving NIW approval?
Yes, you can change jobs after receiving NIW approval, but there are certain conditions that must be met. The new job must be in the same or similar occupational classification as the job for which the national interest waiver was granted. This is to ensure that the original basis for the waiver, which was that your work is in the national interest of the United States, is still valid. Also, if you change jobs before receiving your green card, you must demonstrate that you will continue to serve the national interest in your new position. For someone with an advanced degree, this could mean continuing to work in a field that utilizes your specific skills and knowledge, and contributes significantly to the national interest. It’s advisable to consult with an immigration attorney before making any job changes to ensure you’re in compliance with these requirements.
Date: 2024/03/31
USCIS Updates Policy Manual with Clearer Criteria for Expedite Requests
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its Policy Manual on March 21, 2024, providing clearer criteria for expedite requests and additional guidance on their submission and processing. Expedite requests, which are discretionary and historically rarely granted by USCIS, are generally considered for applications not eligible for premium processing service or in limited cases for nonprofit organizations. Criteria include urgent humanitarian reasons, compelling U.S. government interests, clear USCIS error, severe financial loss, or cultural or social interests. The new guidance further explains how governmental entities can request expedited processing for urgent interests, including public interest, safety, national interest, or security. The update also provides guidance on expedited processing of travel documents in emergencies or for planned events. However, USCIS does not typically provide reasons for denied requests.
Date: 2024/03/25
Technical Glitches and Mislabeling Issues in USCIS’s Digital Transition for H1B Visa Registrations
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) introduced new myUSCIS organisation accounts and started H1B Visa registrations for FY 2025 in early March. Despite a technical glitch extending the registration deadline, 20 million online filings were registered, demonstrating the success of the digital transition. However, immigration attorney Emily Neumann found another glitch showing contradictory results online, with some selected cases still marked as ‘submitted’. By manually checking each submission, she discovered more cases that had been selected but mislabelled. As of March 30, she had not found any more mislabelled selections and is waiting for further updates.
Date: 2024/03/31
H-1B Visa Program Fuels US Growth and Technological Progress, Not Job Theft: Digital Strategist Gerardo Dada
The H-1B visa program, which allows US employers to hire international workers with specialized skills, is not stealing jobs from Americans, but rather fueling the country’s growth and technological progress, according to Gerardo Dada, a digital strategist. Despite concerns about potential fraud, job displacement, and restrictions on job mobility, interest in the program remains high. In 2021, over 48,000 petitioners submitted nearly 484,000 registrations, 57% more than in 2022. The program is capped at 65,000 visas per year, with an additional 20,000 for those with a master’s degree or higher. Dada suggests the program could be improved with penalties for violations, better rights for visa holders, and industry regulation. Computer-related occupations accounted for 66% of all H-1B petitions approved in 2022.
Date: 2024/03/30
Do I need a lawyer to apply for an EB1A green card?
It is not mandatory to have a lawyer when applying for an EB-1A green card, you can apply on your own if you wish to do so. You can save lot of money doing on your own. However, it is important to understand that this approach requires some research and education on your part. Our DIY packets are designed to provide you with the guidance you need to complete the EB-1A application process on your own. However, if you are not comfortable navigating the application process for the EB-1A category on your own, or if you do not have the time to devote to the process, you may want to consider hiring an immigration attorney.
Date: 2024/03/31
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Date: 2024/03/29
Lawsuit Filed to Block USCIS Fee Hike for Immigrants and Employers
Immigrants and employer groups have filed a lawsuit to block a USCIS fee hike scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2024. The lawsuit argues that the fee increase was issued without due notice and places an undue burden on certain employers and foreign investors seeking permanent U.S. residence. The new fees represent the first major adjustment since 2016, and are designed to address USCIS’s operational and financial challenges. The increase has significant implications for family-based immigration applications, among others. USCIS is primarily fee-funded, and the fee structure since 2016 hasn’t been sufficient to meet its running costs. The new fees are intended to address application backlogs and improve processing times.
Date: 2024/03/28
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