On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services announced receipt of approximately 275,000 registrations for entry into the U.S. Regular Cap and Master’s Cap lotteries under the annual H-1B quota. As a result, the chance of winning the lottery this year was lower than ever. USCIS has indicated […]
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USDOL Allows 30-Day Grace Period for Certain H-1B and E-3 Posting Requirements for Work From a New Location in the Same Metropolitan Statistical Area
20 Mar
by Foster LLP, on COVID-19 Updates, Immigration Updates, News
Before an H-1B or E-3 petition for nonimmigrant worker can be filed, USDOL requires employers to provide notice to the workforce at the location of intended employment that the employer intends to file a petition to employ an H-1B or E-3 worker at that location. Further, whenever an H-1B or […]
H-1B and L-1 Telecommuting as Precaution Against COVID-19
10 Mar
by Foster LLP, on COVID-19 Updates, Immigration Updates, News
As employers look for ways to address and avoid the potential spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, some employers are implementing or considering staff telecommuting. Employers considering telecommuting options are also considering the potential impact on nonimmigrant status for employees working pursuant to different work visa classifications. Fortunately, the impacts […]
On the eve of H-1B cap season, H-1B petitioners are desperate to get their petitions in for the upcoming lottery. With the chance you’re one of the lucky ones and your petition is selected, the below tips will help to secure an H-1B approval. USCIS’ current adjudication practices under the […]