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USCIS provides e-mail addresses for inquiries involving lockbox-filed forms

USCIS provides e-mail addresses for inquiries involving lockbox-filed forms.

GAO report for new H-1B workers

GAO report finding that demand for new H-1B workers tended to exceed the cap from 2000 to 2009, and that reforms are needed to minimize the risks and costs of the H-1B program. GAO recommends that DHS and DOL work to improve the efficiency and monitoring of the program.

DHS advance copy of a notice on the identification of foreign countriesin the H-2A and the H-2B nonimmigrant worker programs

DHS advance copy of a notice on the identification of foreign countries whose nationals are eligible to participate in the H-2A and the H-2B nonimmigrant worker programs. The notice becomes effective when it is published in the Federal Register on 1/18/11.

ICE has activated the Secure Communities in 969 jurisdictions across 37 States

As of 1/11/11, ICE has activated the Secure Communities biometric information sharing capability in 969 jurisdictions across 37 states.

US Embassy in Mexico City on the new Nonimmigrant Visa Procedures

FAQs from the US Embassy in Mexico City on the new nonimmigrant visa procedures which took effect on 1/10/11. Please note that DOS website erroneously listed the start date of these new procedures as 1/10/10.

Revised M-274, Handbook for Employers

A 1/05/11 edition of the M-274, Handbook for Employers, Instructions for Completing Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification Form) from USCIS.

USCIS announces 2011 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Naturalization Ceremonies

USCIS announces 2011 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Naturalization Ceremonies.

Myths on Birthright Citizenship and the Fourteenth Amendment

When it comes to birthright citizenship and the fourteenth amendment, there is no shortage of myths being circulated. Instead of throwing your hands up in frustration and defeat when you hear this misinformation, consider responding with quick mythbusting facts!

Guidance on handling of AOS cases interviewed at USCIS field offices

USCIS 1/11/11 interim memo for comment provides guidance on handling of AOS cases interviewed at USCIS field offices that have been impacted by visa retrogression. The memo is in effect until further notice.

H-1B Cap Count for FY2011

USCIS updated its count of FY2011 cap-subject H-1B petitions and advanced degree cap-exempt petitions receipted. As of 1/07/11, approximately 58,700 H-1B cap-subject petitions were receipted. USCIS has receipted 20,000 H-1B petitions for aliens with advanced degrees.