November 07, 2016
USCIS Announces Increases to Immigration Filing Fees
USCIS published a final rule in the Federal Register on November 2, 2016, adjusting the fees required for most immigration applications and petitions. Fees will increase, some significantly, for the first time in six years. The new fees will be effective December 23, 2016....
read moreOctober 03, 2016
Arizona’s Conrad 30 J-1 Waiver Program Now Open
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is now accepting applications for the 2017 Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program. To be considered for the 2017 program, an application must be postmarked by November 30, 2016. Please contact our office if you wish to submit...
read moreSeptember 26, 2016
Diversity Visa Lottery Registration Will Open On
OCTOBER 4, 2016 Each year the U.S. Department of State conducts a “lottery” of qualified applicants from under-represented countries, selecting 50,000 individuals who may then immigrate to the U.S. and receive their “green cards.” The applicants must register online and meet the following basic...
read moreApril 05, 2016
ADHS Recruitment Requirements for J-1 Waiver Applications
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) requires sponsoring employers to recruit for U.S. physicians at least six (6) months prior to making an application for a J-1 waiver. If you are planning to hire a J-1 physician for the next fiscal year, you...
read moreMarch 17, 2016
New Regulations on 24-Month OPT STEM Extension
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently published amended regulations that will allow for a 24-month extension to the optional practical training (OPT) work authorization for certain international student graduates, instead of 17 months, as previously authorized. The new regulations will take effect on...
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