Employers Brace for 2026 H-1B Cap Lottery as Registration Nears
The H-1B lottery for FY 2026 opens March 7-24, 2025, with a $215 registration fee per entry. Employers…
Articles by & updated by Priya Nair
Trump’s Policies Spark New Fears for Student Visa Work Programs
Donald Trump's 2024 policies threaten U.S. student programs OPT and CPT, crucial for international work experience, citing "America…
Can You Change Location with Same Employer While PERM Is Pending?
Yes, changing location with the same employer during a pending PERM is possible. The employer must restart the…
FY 2026 H-1B Registration Opens in March with Steep Fee Increase
USCIS announced FY 2026 H-1B cap registration from March 7-24, 2025, introducing a significant fee hike to $215…
Submitting ETA-9035/9035E Made Easier on Updated FLAG Platform
The step-by-step process for submitting an ETA-9035/9035E application through FLAG involves creating a Login.gov account, completing sections on…
Steps to Submit an ETA-790/790A Application on FLAG.dol.gov
To submit an ETA-790/790A application on FLAG.DOL.gov, create and log in using Login.gov credentials. Start a new H-2A…
Guide to Submitting an ETA-9142B Application on Flag.dol.gov
To submit an ETA-9142B application on FLAG, create a Login.gov account, log in, and select "New Application." Complete…
Guide to Submitting an ETA-9141 Through FLAG.DOL.gov
To submit an ETA-9141 on FLAG.dol.gov, log in via Login.gov and start a new application. Complete required sections,…
Current PERM Processing Times and Backlogs for Employers
PERM processing averages 503 days as of March 2026. Experts urge employers to start green card filings two…