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Proposed Rule Would Eliminate The 60-Day Grace Period For Many Temporary Work Visa Categories
The Department of Homeland Security has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period that currently allows workers in H-1B, L-1, O-1, E, and TN visa categories to remain in the United States after their employment ends. If finalized, this rule would require immediate departure or status change the day after employment termination, fundamentally altering how employers and foreign workers manage job transitions and creating significant compliance challenges for both parties.
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Klasko
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E-2 Visa: A Complete Guide To E-2 Visa Requirements And How To Apply
Foreign nationals from treaty countries seeking to launch, buy, or actively run a U.S. business can explore the E-2 Treaty Investor visa, a flexible nonimmigrant option requiring substantial investment and active management. This comprehensive guide examines eligibility requirements, compares E-2 to EB-5 pathways, and outlines the application process from initial planning through visa issuance.
United States Immigration
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Akalan Law Firm
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What Counts As A Religious Occupation? Understanding R-1 Visa Eligibility Beyond Ministers
When religious organizations consider sponsoring a foreign national for R-1 status, they may initially think of pastors, priests, rabbis, imams and other members of the clergy. However, the R-1 religious worker category is not limited to ministers. Certain other positions that perform important religious functions may also qualify for R-1 status, including some roles involving education, worship services, outreach and media.
United States Immigration
Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm
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Department Of State Announces Compliance With Court Order Ending Diversity Visa Issuance Pause
Following a federal court order in Medani v. Trump, the U.S. Department of State has resumed issuing Diversity Immigrant Visas after a nine-month pause that began in December 2025. DV-2026 selectees now face a critical deadline of September 30, 2026, to complete their visa processing or permanently lose their opportunity for permanent residence through the diversity visa lottery program.
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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E-2 Visa: A Complete Guide To E-2 Visa Requirements And How To Apply
Foreign nationals from treaty countries seeking to launch, buy, or actively run a U.S. business can explore the E-2 Treaty Investor visa, a flexible nonimmigrant option requiring substantial investment and active management. This comprehensive guide examines eligibility requirements, compares E-2 to EB-5 pathways, and outlines the application process from initial planning through visa issuance.
United States Immigration
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Akalan Law Firm
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EB-5 Investors See New USCIS Medical RFE Activity After Case Transfers
Over the past two weeks, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has transferred a large volume of pending EB-5-based Form I-485 adjustment of status applications from the California Service Center (CSC) to the Texas Service Center (TSC). Immediately following transfer, some applicants are receiving Requests for Evidence (RFEs) seeking Form I-693 medical examinations and providing 30 days to respond.
United States Immigration
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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September 2026 Visa Bulletin: EB-5 Unreserved Visa Numbers Remain Unavailable for India
The September 2026 Visa Bulletin reveals critical changes for EB-5 investors, particularly those from India, as unreserved visa numbers become unavailable for the remainder of FY2026. While set-aside categories remain current across all countries, the bulletin warns of potential further retrogression and highlights the importance of understanding how country of chargeability and investment category selection impact visa availability and processing timelines.
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Proposed Rule Would Eliminate The 60-Day Grace Period For Many Temporary Work Visa Categories
The Department of Homeland Security has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period that currently allows workers in H-1B, L-1, O-1, E, and TN visa categories to remain in the United States after their employment ends. If finalized, this rule would require immediate departure or status change the day after employment termination, fundamentally altering how employers and foreign workers manage job transitions and creating significant compliance challenges for both parties.
United States Immigration
K
Klasko
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E-2 Visa: A Complete Guide To E-2 Visa Requirements And How To Apply
Foreign nationals from treaty countries seeking to launch, buy, or actively run a U.S. business can explore the E-2 Treaty Investor visa, a flexible nonimmigrant option requiring substantial investment and active management. This comprehensive guide examines eligibility requirements, compares E-2 to EB-5 pathways, and outlines the application process from initial planning through visa issuance.
United States Immigration
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Akalan Law Firm
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What Counts As A Religious Occupation? Understanding R-1 Visa Eligibility Beyond Ministers
When religious organizations consider sponsoring a foreign national for R-1 status, they may initially think of pastors, priests, rabbis, imams and other members of the clergy. However, the R-1 religious worker category is not limited to ministers. Certain other positions that perform important religious functions may also qualify for R-1 status, including some roles involving education, worship services, outreach and media.
United States Immigration
Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm
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Article
Proposed Rule Would Eliminate The 60-Day Grace Period For Many Temporary Work Visa Categories
The Department of Homeland Security has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period that currently allows workers in H-1B, L-1, O-1, E, and TN visa categories to remain in the United States after their employment ends. If finalized, this rule would require immediate departure or status change the day after employment termination, fundamentally altering how employers and foreign workers manage job transitions and creating significant compliance challenges for both parties.
United States Immigration
K
Klasko
Article
E-2 Visa: A Complete Guide To E-2 Visa Requirements And How To Apply
Foreign nationals from treaty countries seeking to launch, buy, or actively run a U.S. business can explore the E-2 Treaty Investor visa, a flexible nonimmigrant option requiring substantial investment and active management. This comprehensive guide examines eligibility requirements, compares E-2 to EB-5 pathways, and outlines the application process from initial planning through visa issuance.
United States Immigration
AL
Akalan Law Firm
Article
What Counts As A Religious Occupation? Understanding R-1 Visa Eligibility Beyond Ministers
When religious organizations consider sponsoring a foreign national for R-1 status, they may initially think of pastors, priests, rabbis, imams and other members of the clergy. However, the R-1 religious worker category is not limited to ministers. Certain other positions that perform important religious functions may also qualify for R-1 status, including some roles involving education, worship services, outreach and media.
United States Immigration
Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm
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