Blog Posts

EAD + Dependent Biometrics Updates!

USCIS has recently announced two EAD and dependent biometrics updates! First, certain EADs (employment authorization...

Navigating Layoffs and the USCIS 60-Day Grace Period

In today’s ever-changing job market, it is essential to be aware of the resources available...

Reschedule Your Biometrics Appointment Online!

By Nikita St. Amour, Sumner Immigration Law Paralegal You can now reschedule your biometrics appointment...

Should You File an EAD Based on Compelling Circumstances?

As you have already heard, USCIS has issued a policy guideline for requesting employment authorization under compelling...

Visa Application Fees Are Increasing

The summer travel season is upon us. If you are a foreign national planning to...

The Difference Between the Visa and I-94

A lot of times clients will come to us and say, “Help! My visa is...

Are you ready to become a US citizen? Let’s take a look at the citizenship requirement for continuous residence and physical presence in the United States.

While there are many eligibility requirements to become a US citizen as noted in the...

Premium processing for F-1 OPT!

USCIS has recently announced that they are now permitting premium processing for F-1 OPT and...

My Immigrant Visa Validity Is Shortened!

By Nikita St. Amour, Immigration Paralegal Congratulations, it’s the moment you’ve been waiting for–your immigrant...

USCIS Proposed Fee Increase!

New year, new USCIS fees! USCIS has recently announced proposed changes to their filing fee...

CBP Eliminates Entry Stamps

CBP has recently announced that the agency will no longer issue entry stamps when a...

Green Card Automatic Extensions are Now 24 Months! 

Effective September 26, 2022, USCIS increased the green card automatic extension period for certain renewal...