Jim Grey
USCIS Updates EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Eligibility Criteria
USCIS released new guidance on EB-1 eligibility criteria for extraordinary ability visas, refining evidence evaluation. Key points include…
Qatar Joins US Visa Waiver Program
Qatar's inclusion in the US Visa Waiver Program, effective December 1, 2024, is a landmark in international relations,…
Istiaque Ahmed Sues DHS to Clear H-1B Fraud Allegations
Istiaque Ahmed, a Bangladeshi on an H-1B visa, sued the Department of Homeland Security to remove a fraud…
Rwanda and The Bahamas Announce Visa-Free Travel Agreement
Rwanda and The Bahamas have established a visa-free travel agreement, effective immediately, enhancing diplomatic ties between Africa and…
Quebec Superior Court OKs Class Action on Foreign Worker Permits
Quebec's Superior Court allowed a class-action lawsuit against Canada's closed work permits, claiming they violate the Charter of…
Understanding the General Duty Clause Requirements for Employers
The General Duty Clause mandates employers to ensure a safe workplace, free from recognized hazards that could cause…
Understanding the Employee Retention Credit
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a refundable tax credit from the CARES Act to help businesses retain…
Portugal Fines for Overstaying Schengen Visa
Portugal fines foreigners up to €250 for overstaying expired Schengen visas, despite extending visa validity due to administrative…
Can You Stay in the US with an Expired Dependent Visa?
Staying in the U.S. with an expired dependent visa is illegal and may lead to deportation or future…
China Warns Students Against ‘Beautiful Women’ & ‘Handsome Guys’
China's warning to students about "beautiful women" and "handsome guys" is due to national security concerns over espionage.…
Telugu Sisters Drown in Long Island Pond Tragedy
Two young sisters, aged 2 and 4, of Telugu origin, tragically drowned in a pond at their Long…
South Korea Student Visa Overstay Solutions
South Korea faces increased student visa overstays due to financial pressures, inadequate oversight, visa exploitation, and post-study opportunity…
How is 10-Year Visa Ban Calculated? Impact of Visa Ban on Career and Travel
A 10-year visa ban, triggered by accruing over a year of unlawful presence in the U.S., restricts re-entry…
USCIS Error: Received 10-Year Green Card? File Form I-90
If you mistakenly receive a 10-year green card instead of a 2-year conditional one, promptly notify USCIS. This…
New Visa Application Center & Consular Services Enhance U.S.-Philippines Relations
The U.S. Embassy is launching a new Visa Application Center (VAC) and enhanced consular services to streamline visa…