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USCIS draft memorandum offering administrative relief options
Posted on August 5, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
Undated USCIS draft memorandum offering administrative relief options to promote family unity, foster economic growth, achieve significant process improvements, and reduce the threat of removal for certain individuals present in the United States without authorization.
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New Filing Location for Form I-140
Posted on August 5, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
USCIS announcement on revised filing instructions for petitioners filing an Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker (Form I-140). The new form, dated 6/14/10, reflects an effort to transition the filing of benefit forms from USCIS Service Centers to USCIS Lockbox facilities.
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USCIS on H-2A Regulations on Prohibited Fees
Posted on August 5, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
USCIS released the summary of a teleconference for H-2A petitioners on prohibited fees. The summary includes information about H-2A regulations on prohibited fees, how USCIS determines whether the fees are conditions of employment, and RFEs.
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Processing Military Naturalization
Posted on August 4, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) report finding USCIS generally met mandated processing deadlines for military naturalizations, but processing applicants deployed overseas is a challenge. GAO found that not all A-files contained documentation required in USCIS April 2009 guidance.
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Expidited Removal and Reinstatement
Posted on August 4, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
This panel will evaluate whether a noncitizen may be subject to reinstatement of removal and identify strategies for those who may not have a prior order but who may face the possibility of expedited removal.
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DOS eliminates the DS–230 and replace it with the DS–260
Posted on August 4, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
Department of State (DOS) final rule to eventually eliminate the DS–230 and replace it with the DS–260, the Electronic Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration, an electronic form designed to be completed and signed electronically.
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USCIS on new website for Customer Services
Posted on August 4, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
USCIS news release and fact sheet on new website features on USCIS.gov including a new online inquiry tool and tailored case status information, as well as new features for Spanish-speaking customers available at USCIS.gov/espanol.
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H-1B Cap Count for FY2011
Posted on August 4, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
USCIS updated its count of FY 2011 cap-subject H-1B petitions and advanced degree cap-exempt petitions receipted. As of 7/30/10, approximately 27,300 H-1B cap-subject petitions were receipted. USCIS has receipted 11,600 H-1B petitions for aliens with advanced degrees.
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USCIS announces on revised filing instructions on Form I-130
Posted on August 4, 2010 by Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer & Deportation Attorney
USCIS announcement on revised filing addresses for petitioners who live in Canada, and who are filing a stand-alone Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. The new form is dated 6/14/10. This form is now processed through the USCIS Chicago Lockbox facility.
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