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The Coronavirus and Completing the Form I-9
March 10, 2020 | Alert | By Susan Cohen
This alert reviews USCIS’s requirements for Form I-9 — required for all new hires in the United States — and the special challenges that completing the form poses in light of the spread of the coronavirus, COVID-19.
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Coronavirus – Further Updates on Travel Impact
March 2, 2020 | Alert
Read about updated CDC and DOS travel guidance for Iran, Italy, China, South Korea, Japan, and Hong Kong and President Trump's entry ban for foreign nationals who have been in Iran within 14 days.
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NY Trusted Traveler Ban Case: Federalism vs. Immigration Policy Arguments
February 18, 2020 | Blog | By Susan Cohen
Read about New York State’s federal lawsuit against DHS and CBP for the Trump Administration's recent ban on Global Entry enrollments and renewals for New York residents.
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New Developments in U.S. Immigration Court
February 14, 2020 | Blog | By Molly P O'Shea
The Trump administration has introduced a number of new rules, regulations, and policies intended to maximize efficiency within the EOIR. Employers, legal counsel, and any individual in immigration court proceedings should be aware of these updates, due to their potentially adverse impact on the independence of immigration judges and respondents’ due process rights as they navigate the legal system.
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Update on DHS’s Trusted Traveler Programs Suspension for New York Residents
February 13, 2020 | Alert
Read an update on DHS’s suspension of Trusted Traveler Programs for NY State residents due to NY’s Green Light Law allowing DMVs to issue licenses regardless of an applicant's immigration status.
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Coronavirus – An Update on Travel Impacts
February 12, 2020 | Alert
This alert covers recent State Department and US Consulate notices regarding restrictions on entry into the US related to the spread of the coronavirus.
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The Department of Homeland Security Suspends Trusted Traveler Enrollment in New York
February 6, 2020 | Alert
Read about DHS’s suspension of Trusted Traveler Programs enrollment for NY State residents due to NY’s Green Light Law allowing DMVs to issue licenses regardless of an applicant's immigration status.
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USCIS Form Revisions Based on Public Charge Final Rule
February 6, 2020 | Alert
This alert discusses DHS’s implementation of its new public charge rule and USCIS’s announcement that updated forms will be required for petitions and applications filed on or after February 24, 2020
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Coronavirus Travel Ban Update
February 6, 2020 | Alert | By Susan Cohen
Read about the administration's temporary suspension, effective Feb. 2, of the entry of non-US citizens or permanent residents who have been in China, excluding Hong Kong and Macau, during the prior 14 days.
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New U.S. Travel Bans Announced
January 31, 2020 | Alert | By Susan Cohen
This immigration alert provides details on a proclamation from President Trump extending the travel ban as well as an announcement that the United States is temporarily suspending the entry of foreign nationals who have been in China.
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“B” Visitor Visa Rule Amended to Combat Administration’s Concern Over “Birth Tourism”
January 27, 2020 | Blog | By William Coffman
On January 24, 2020 the US Department of State published a rule that amends part of the regulations governing the issuance of “B” visitor visas. This regulatory amendment now establishes a rebuttable presumption that an applicant for a “B” visitor visa, who a consular officer believes will give birth during her visit to the US, is applying for the visa and traveling to the US for the primary purpose of securing US citizenship for the child.
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Department of State Announces Visa Reciprocity Changes
January 21, 2020 | Blog | By Lindsey Steinberg
The United States Department of State (DOS) recently made a number of significant changes to visa “reciprocity” tables. Reciprocity involves either additional fees, or shorter validity periods (or both) for visa applicants from certain countries and for certain visa classifications.
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New Policy Guidance on Good Moral Character Determinations
January 10, 2020 | Blog | By Lindsey Steinberg
If a permanent resident plans to become a U.S. citizen, he or she should be aware that certain behaviors could have an adverse affect. The Immigration and Nationality Act lists establishing Good Moral Character as a requirement for naturalization. There are some crimes which, if a person has been convicted of at any time during his or her life, disqualifies him or her from becoming a U.S. Citizen.
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I-9 Instructions for Employers
December 24, 2019 | Resources
This memorandum serves as a guide to employers who are hiring or continuing to employ foreign national employees in temporary work status. It is important to note that employers cannot ask employees or candidates for a specific document during the I-9 process. However, if an individual has questions about which documents they should provide to document their identity and work authorization, this memo will help you to discuss the options that they have to provide valid I-9 documentation.
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How to Complete the Online Visa Application Form (DS-160)
December 24, 2019 | Resources
Foreign nationals applying for a visa stamp at a U.S. Consulate or Embassy abroad must complete and submit the online Form DS-160 before scheduling the visa interview. Each foreign national (including dependents) seeking a visa stamp must complete a Form DS-160. The consular officer at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate will use the information entered on the DS-160 to process the visa application, combined with a personal interview and review of the applicant’s social media accounts, to determine eligibility for a nonimmigrant visa.
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Entry into the U.S. in Nonimmigrant Visa Status
December 24, 2019 | Resources
This memorandum provides guidance on the process of entering the United States in nonimmigrant status; obtaining your I-94 admission record; and confirming admission in the proper status.
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USCIS Change of Address Notification
December 24, 2019 | Resources
You are required to notify immigration authorities when you change your address. The law specifies that within 10 days of moving, you are required to report your change of address to USCIS by filing a Form AR-11 online. Compliance with this rule is a condition of your stay in the United States. Failure to comply could have severe consequences on your ability to obtain a future visa or other immigration benefits.
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H and L Visa “Max-out”
December 24, 2019 | Resources
Individuals who hold H-1B and L-1 nonimmigrant status need to be aware of their “max-out” date – the date by which they will no longer be eligible for that visa status. These visa classifications have a fixed limit on how long a person may stay in the United States. H-1B and L-1 visa holders should plan well in advance of their max-out date in order to ensure that they can remain in the United States without interruption.
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Visa Waiver / ESTA Overview
December 24, 2019 | Resources
The Department of State’s Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows citizens of designated countries to travel to the United States as a visitor for business or pleasure for up to 90 days, without requiring a visa. Individuals who wish to travel to the U.S. on VWP must have a valid ESTA approval.
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Administrative Processing of Nonimmigrant Visa Applications
December 24, 2019 | Resources
In order to apply for a new nonimmigrant visa, with limited exceptions, an individual must attend an interview at a U.S. Consular Post abroad. The U.S. Department of State conducts extensive background checks on all applicants before issuing visas. If the Consular officer conducting the interview cannot immediately establish eligibility for the visa, the application may be placed in administrative processing during which the application will undergo further review.
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