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USCIS Updates H-1B Cap Count

Submitted by Editor on Nov 4th 2009, Modified on Nov 4th 2009

As of October 30, 2009, approximately 53,800 H-1B cap-subject petitions had been filed.

USCIS Continues to Accept previous Versions of G-28

Submitted by Editor on Nov 2nd 2009, Modified on Nov 2nd 2009

Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative

Purpose of Form :: To provide notice that an attorney or accredited representative of a religious, charitable, social service or similar organization will appear before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on behalf of a person involved in a matter before USCIS.
Number of Pages :: 3
Edition Date :: 04/22/09. Previous editions not accepted.
Where to File :: With the application or petition being submitted.

Public Charge Fact Sheet from USCIS

Submitted by Editor on Oct 30th 2009, Modified on Oct 30th 2009

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USCIS Establishes Transitional Worker Program for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)

Submitted by Editor on Oct 29th 2009, Modified on Oct 29th 2009

This program allows eligible employers to petition for Non-Resident Workers in CNMI.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published an interim final rule in the Federal Register that creates a Transitional Worker visa classification in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). The CNMI-Only Transitional Worker Program is one of several initiatives that implements the Consolidated Natural Resources Act of 2008 (CNRA), which expands U.S. immigration law in the CNMI.

Naturalization Information Sessions

Submitted by Editor on Oct 28th 2009, Modified on Oct 28th 2009

Below is a list of upcoming naturalization information sessions for legal permanent residents and interested naturalization applicants. Topics covered at these FREE sessions will include:

naturalization eligibility requirements
the naturalization process
the naturalization test
rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship

USCIS Reminds Applicants To obtain Advance Parole Before Traveling Abroad

Submitted by Editor on Oct 23rd 2009, Modified on Oct 23rd 2009

USCIS reminds individuals that they must obtain Advance Parole – permission to reenter the United States after traveling abroad – from USCIS before traveling abroad if they have been granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS); a pending application for adjustment of status to lawful permanent reside

USCIS Revises Form I-601, Application for Waiver

Submitted by Editor on Oct 22nd 2009, Modified on Oct 22nd 2009

USCIS has revised Form I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility (Revision Date 04/06/09 N, OMB Expiration Date 04/30/11) to make it easier for applicants to complete. Applicants may now select from a list of grounds of inadmissibility on the form itself and mark all which apply to them in order to request a waiver. In addition to the list, the form includes a section where applicants can describe, in their own words, why they believe they are inadmissible.

USCIS Releases Fact Sheet on "E-Notification Capability"

Submitted by Editor on Oct 12th 2009, Modified on Oct 12th 2009

On June 25, President Obama announced that in the next 90 days USCIS would launch a vastly improved USCIS.gov public website to help customers navigate the immigration system and remain up-to-date regarding their case status. USCIS has committed to delivering on this promise by incorporating both internal and external stakeholder feedback.

USCIS Reminder For Naturalization Test to Become Fully Implemented

Submitted by Editor on Oct 12th 2009, Modified on Oct 12th 2009

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is reminding the public that beginning Oct. 1, all citizenship applicants must take the new naturalization test, regardless of when they filed their Application for Naturalization (Form N-400).

“Becoming a United States citizen carries with it extraordinary rights and responsibilities,” said USCIS Director Alejandro Mayorkas. “Our new test captures the meaning of citizenship and is consistent with our values and history as a nation.”

USCIS Clarifies Requirements For Agents Filing as Petitioners For the O and P Visa Classification

Submitted by Editor on Oct 9th 2009, Modified on Oct 9th 2009

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued guidance on October 7, 2009 to clarify for performing arts associations and their members the regulatory requirements for agents who file as petitioners for the O and P visa classification.

O and P visas apply to non-immigrants with extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business or athletics, or in the motion picture and television field. O and P petitions may only be filed by a U.S. employer, a U.S. agent, or a foreign employer through a U.S. agent.

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