Oliver Mercer
Why H1-B Visa Holders Are Rescheduling Flights
H1-B visa holders face costly flight rescheduling due to unfounded panic over rumored policy changes and immigration uncertainties.…
Achieving Canadian Permanent Residency with a Low CRS Score
To obtain Canadian permanent residency with a low CRS score, consider provincial nomination programs, which often have lower…
Germany’s Consular Services Portal: Online Visa Application System
Germany launched the Consular Services Portal on January 1, 2025, digitizing its visa applications for 28 categories. This…
Canada Halts Parent and Grandparent Program Applications
Canada has paused new applications for the Parent and Grandparent Program until 2025 to manage backlog, align with…
Canada Introduces Application Cap for Agri-Food Pilot 2025
Canada has capped applications for its Agri-Food Pilot (AFP) program to 1,010 for 2025 to balance labor needs…
Revised Form I-129 for H-1B Visa: Key Changes for 2025
The USCIS unveiled a revised Form I-129 for nonimmigrant workers, effective January 17, 2025, introducing major updates in…
Employing Foreign Workers Under Donald Trump: What to Expect
As Trump potentially returns in 2025, U.S. businesses dependent on foreign workers face stricter immigration policies and heightened…
How to Obtain an Open Work Permit for Your Spouse in Canada During Sponsorship Process
To obtain an open work permit for your spouse or partner during the Canadian sponsorship process, submit the…
Should You Pay an Immigration Supporter?
Consider the necessity and role of an immigration supporter carefully. Legitimate supporters should offer guidance without exploiting your…
How to Verify USCIS Social Media Accounts
The article emphasizes the importance of verifying the legitimacy of social media messages claiming to be from USCIS.…
Exempt H-1B Nonimmigrants: Program Requirement Exceptions
"Exempt" H-1B nonimmigrants refer to workers who are exempt from specific program restrictions like the cap on the…
Prioritizing U.S. Workers Before H-1B Hiring
Employers must demonstrate a genuine effort to recruit U.S. workers before hiring H-1B employees. This involves advertising job…
H-1B Rules: Protecting American Jobs
The article discusses displacement rules for H-1B workers to protect American jobs. It highlights regulations preventing employers from…
H-2A Workers: Understanding Wage Requirements
The H-2A program mandates fair wages for temporary agricultural workers to protect them from exploitation. Employers must adhere…
Calculating Subminimum Wage Hours for Disabled Employees
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has specific guidelines for paying subminimum wages to employees with disabilities. Employers…