New USCIS Policy: Extended Green Card Validity for Renewals On September 10, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) implemented an important change for lawful permanent residents: the automatic extension of Permanent Resident Cards, commonly known as Green Cards. This new policy significantly benefits those who file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent […]
Why Hiring an Immigration Lawyer for Your Marriage-Based Green Card Interview Is Crucial Navigating the U.S. immigration system can be challenging, especially when it comes to securing a marriage-based green card. One of the most critical stages in this process is the green card interview conducted by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”). […]
Second Random Selection from Previously Submitted Registrations Complete for FY 2025 H-1B Regular Cap The USCIS announced that it has completed the second round lottery drawings for the 2025 H-1B cap. If some of your registrations were selected in the second round, we’re here to help you file! Below is some basic information about filing […]
USCIS Announces Second Random Selection for Cap from FY 2025 H-1B Registrations In a significant development for the H-1B visa program, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced (here) that it will conduct a second random selection process for the Regular Cap of the Fiscal Year 2025 H-1B visa category. This move comes […]
Update on NEW Process to Promote Family Unity and Stability On July 17, 2024, the USCIS issued a news alert with updates on the Policy to Promote Family Unity that was announced by the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) on June 18, 2024. Some key highlights are provided below. Implementation Date USCIS will begin accepting […]
I-751 Filing When Separated But Not Yet Divorced Clients frequently ask me whether they can file a joint I-751 petition while separated or in active divorce or annulment proceedings. The answer is: Yes! Pursuant to the USCIS Policy Manual, Volume 6: Immigrants, Part I, Family-Based Conditional Permanent Residents [6 USCIS-PM I] (Chapters 1-7): USCIS […]
H-1B Cap Petition – Basic Information from Lally Immigration What, How, Why Before I provide basic information on what services we offer and how those services are rendered, I want to take a brief moment to explain why Lally Immigration Services exists. Mission Statement Our mission is: “To liberate invaluable time through an unwavering […]
USCIS Announces New Guidance on Form I-693 Validity Period Yesterday, the USCIS announced that any immigration medical exam, i.e., Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, that was properly completed and signed by a civil surgeon on or after Nov. 1, 2023 can now be used indefinitely as evidence that an […]
How Long Does It Take USCIS To Schedule Oath Ceremony? The timing of the oath ceremony can vary depending on factors, such as: caseload, location, and scheduling availability. In some cases, individuals are able to attend an Oath Ceremony on the same day as the naturalization interview. This is considered an “administrative ceremony,” which is […]
Green Card F4 – Question/Answer Question: If a child was originally part of an F4 petition, but by the time the case becomes active in the final action chart, he is above 21, will he be still considered a child for immigration purposes? I’ve read there has been some recent updates in CSPA. […]
