Category Archives: PERM

Employers Brace for Battle with the USCIS

Posted on October 18, 2018 by

As is widely known, employment-based immigration cases have come under increased scrutiny in recent times. For example, in March of 2017 the USCIS issued a policy memorandum indicating that the position of “computer programmer” is no longer considered a “specialty occupation” … Continue reading →

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Who Pays the Fees in the Employment-Based Green Card Process?

Posted on May 10, 2018 by

When considering whether to sponsor a foreign national for a green card, U.S. companies should know who is responsible for paying which portions of the costs associated with the green card. This knowledge is especially vital for companies using green … Continue reading →

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USDOS Announces February Priority Dates For Filing Permanent Residency Applications

Posted on January 24, 2018 by

The following priority dates determine whether an applicant may file for permanent residency during the month of February 2018. Category Country of Chargeability Priority Date Comment EB-1 Worldwide Current Unchanged EB-1 China Current Unchanged EB-1 India Current Unchanged EB-1 Mexico … Continue reading →

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USDOS Announces December Priority Dates For Filing Permanent Residency Applications

Posted on November 27, 2017 by

The following priority dates determine whether an applicant may file for permanent residency during the month of December 2017. Category Country of Chargeability Priority Date Comment EB-1 Worldwide Current Unchanged EB-1 China           Current Unchanged EB-1 India           Current Unchanged … Continue reading →

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USDOS Announces October Priority Dates For Filing Permanent Residency Applications

Posted on September 18, 2017 by

The following priority dates determine whether an applicant may file for permanent residency during the month of October 2017. Category Country of Chargeability Priority Date Comment EB-1 Worldwide Current Unchanged EB-1 China Current Advanced 68.5 months EB-1 India Current Advanced … Continue reading →

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USDOS Announces September Priority Dates For Filing Permanent Residency Applications

Posted on August 17, 2017 by

The following priority dates determine whether an applicant may file for permanent residency during the month of September 2017. Category Country of Chargeability Priority Date Comment EB-1 Worldwide Current Unchanged EB-1 China January 1, 2012 Unchanged EB-1 India January 1, … Continue reading →

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USDOS Announces August Priority Dates For Filing Permanent Residency Applications

Posted on July 17, 2017 by

The following priority dates determine whether an applicant may file for permanent residency during the month of August 2017. Category Country of Chargeability Priority Date Comment EB-1 Worldwide Current Unchanged EB-1 China January 1, 2012 Unchanged EB-1 India January 1, … Continue reading →

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