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Immigration Officers Have Discretion When Deciding Green Card Cases
Did you know: Even if you prove that you meet all general legal requirements for eligibility for a green card, the immigration officer deciding your case still has discretion to deny it?
TPS extended for El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua and Sudan
Some great news for anyone from El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua and Sudan holding Temporary Protected Status (TPS): USCIS has extended eligibility until October 4, 2021. This means that TPS holders from these countries will remain in status and may apply to extend employment authorization through that date.
USCIS Immigration Fees will Increase on October 2nd
Beginning on October 2, 2020, USCIS will implement across-the-board fee increases. If you qualify for an immigration benefit, now may be the time to apply.
Can a Foreign National Working in the US Apply for Unemployment?
Many of our clients have reached out to ask whether it is okay for them to apply for unemployment during this uncertain economic time. They are understandably worried that doing so could negatively affect their current immigration status or applications for future benefits.
We Support our Essential Immigrant Workers
The U.S. economy is largely built on immigrants. Immigrants make up a significant percentage of workers in a range of industries, including those that are essential during a pandemic.