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USCIS Announces Increase in EAD Validity Period to 5 Years

Posted on by Jay Wu
In a significant announcement on September 27, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) shared a notable update on the Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). The agency is extending the maximum validity period for initial and renewal EADs to five years for certain categories of noncitizens, including those admitted as refugees, granted asylum, and more. Key Takeaways:...

Visa Bulletin Update FY 2024

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February 2024 USCIS determined that for November 2023, applicants in all family-sponsored preference categories and all employment-based preference categories must use the Dates for Filing chart. The most notable change is in the F2A category, where the final action dates for most countries moved forward from November 2019 to February 2020. Categories in the employment-based preferences remained...

USCIS Streamlines Appointment Process with New Online Form

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The USCIS has announced a significant update to streamline its appointment process. The New Online Appointment Request Form As of August 21, 2023, the USCIS has rolled out a fresh online form aimed at making the process of requesting an in-person appointment at local field offices simpler and more efficient. Prior to this, individuals had to call the USCIS Contact Center to set up an in-person...

DHS Revamps Cuban and Haitian Family Reunification Processes (FRP)

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has taken a significant leap to embrace digital transformation in FRP for Cuban and Haitian family members. Why This Matters: For countless families separated by borders, the dream has always been reunification. The FRP processes for Cuban and Haitian families have served as a bridge to that dream. However, with changing times and evolving technology,...