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H-1B 2026: Prepare Before March Under New Weighted Selection
For the FY 2027 H-1B season, USCIS will implement a wage-weighted selection process prioritizing higher-paid professionals. Registration opens in March…
Navigating H-1B Portability in 2026: Stricter Rules and Fees
Changing H-1B employers in 2026 involves navigating a $100,000 fee, stricter degree-to-job alignment, and aggressive USCIS enforcement. Legal portability allows…
2026 H-1B Compliance Red Flags for Remote Work Programs
U.S. employers face intensified H-1B scrutiny in 2026 regarding remote work locations. Compliance now hinges on ensuring that every remote…
Pennsylvania REAL ID for Immigrants 2026: Requirements, Docs, and Process
Pennsylvania transitions to REAL ID enforcement on May 7, 2025. Immigrants with lawful status must provide original documentation at PennDOT…
U.S. Citizens in Russia Urged to Leave Immediately Amid High-Risk Advisory
The U.S. State Department reissued its most severe travel warning for Russia. Citing arbitrary law enforcement, terrorism, and military conflict,…
DS-160 Passport Book Number for Indian Applicants: Leave It Blank
For Indian citizens, the DS-160 'Passport Book Number' should be left blank. Indian passports lack this specific identifier, and substituting…
W-2 vs 1099: Navigating Employment Status for Immigrants
New 2025 regulations link USCIS records with IRS data, making tax compliance a cornerstone of immigration status. H-1B holders must…
2026 USCIS and Consular Processing Outlook: Visa Bulletin Trends and Planning
The U.S. is replacing the random H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection process on February 27, 2026. This reform prioritizes…