New Pilot Program for Domestic Renewal of H-1B Visas

The U.S. Department of State has launched a pilot program for the domestic renewal of H-1B nonimmigrant visas for certain applicants. This program is aimed at qualified H-1B visa holders and will run from January 29, 2024, to April 1, 2024, or until all application slots are filled. DOS guidance and Faq can be found here. There is also an online tool that helps applicants figure out whether they...

A Look at STEM-Related Petition Trends in EB-2 and O-1A Categories (FY 2018 – FY 2023)

The landscape of U.S. immigration for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) professionals has seen significant changes in recent years. In January 2022, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) revised its policy guidance, impacting two key visa categories: the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) and the O-1A nonimmigrant status for individuals of extraordinary...