Visa Bulletin for June 2024
May 11, 2024The U.S. Department of State released its latest Visa Bulletin. That’s a big deal if you’re waiting for your priority date to be current so that your green card application can move forward.
The U.S. Department of State released its latest Visa Bulletin. That’s a big deal if you’re waiting for your priority date to be current so that your green card application can move forward.
Starting April 1, 2024, USCIS won’t charge an extra fee for biometrics (like fingerprints and photos) for most immigration applications. They’re adding the biometrics cost into the main application fee to make things easier.
The Biden administration will extend ACA health coverage to over 100,000 DACA recipients starting November 1, 2024. The new rule aims to address high uninsured rates among DACA recipients, allowing them to enroll in Marketplace plans and potentially receive premium… View Article
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is taking innovative steps to modernize the U.S. immigration system with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). Unveiled in March, the agency initiative is focusing on the ethical and responsible use of AI while…… View Article
The H-1B visa lottery system for skilled foreign workers in the U.S. has undergone a major overhaul. This article explores the impact of a crackdown on fraud and a tech industry slowdown, resulting in a smaller applicant pool and potentially… View Article
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent ban on non-compete clauses marks a significant shift in the talent landscape, particularly for HR professionals supporting immigrant workers. While this decision opens up new possibilities, it also challenges companies to prioritize retention in…… View Article
Biden Plans Sweeping Executive Order to Stop Border Crossings President Biden hinted at issuing an executive order that would dramatically reduce the number of asylum-seekers who are able to cross the U.S.-Mexico border. Biden would act under Section 212(f) of…… View Article
Some Indian applicants now face a decades-long wait for their green cards.
Everything you need to know about PERM priority dates in the employment green card process.
This week’s round-up of the biggest, need-to-know immigration news, brought to you by Boundless Immigration.