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Proposed Rule by DHS to Modernize H-1B Program

The U.S. DHS released a proposed rule to modernize the H-1B visa program. The rule aims to revise the definition…

Recent Updates on PERM and Prevailing Wage Processing

The Labor Department has updated the processing times for permanent labor certification (PERM) applications and prevailing wage determination (PWD) requests.…

Ineffective Revisions to Skilled Worker Visas Fail US Businesses

The proposed revisions to the H-1B visa program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security aim to "modernize and improve…

Sri Lanka Implements New Visa Policies to Boost Tourism and Foreign Investment

The Sri Lankan government plans to simplify visa policies, attract investors and tourists, and improve residence access. New measures include…

USCIS Updates L-1 Petition Policy Guidance

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released policy guidance for L-1 petitions filed by sole proprietorships. The guidance…

Updates on Form I-9 and Proposed H-1B Changes for Employers

Employers must use the revised Form I-9, effective November 1st, 2023, to verify employment eligibility. The updated form combines Sections…

USCIS Extends Validity Period for Select Employment Authorization Documents

The USCIS has increased the maximum validity period for certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) from one or two years to…

Uncovering Apple’s Hiring Bias and the Tech Industry’s Foreign Worker Challenge

The recent $25 million Department of Justice settlement with Apple over allegations of discrimination in hiring highlights the disconnect between…