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Check out our blog for recent news and answers for FAQ on the U.S. immigration system. Our blog covers non-immigrant visa, employment-based/family-sponsored green card, and citizenship topics.

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Proposed Rule on New USCIS Fees

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On January 27, 2023

On January 4, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule to adjust certain immigration and naturalization fees charged...

Premium Processing Expanded for EB-1 and EB-2

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On January 14, 2023

Premium Processing Expansion for EB-1C and EB-2 NIW Petitions On January 12, 2023, USCIS announced the final phase of premium processing expansion...

Interview Waivers for Nonimmigrant Visa

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On January 5, 2023

Extension of interview waivers: The U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced extension of the authority of consular officers to waive an in-person...

What is the Child Status Protection Act?

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On November 9, 2022

The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) was enacted to protect the status of a “child” who is eligible to obtain lawful permanent...

USCIS extends Covid-19 related flexibilities

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On October 25, 2022

On October 24, 2022, USCIS announced its extension of certain Covid-19 related flexibilities through January 24, 2023. This is to assist applicants,...

What triggers revocation of approval of immigrant petition?

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On October 20, 2022

What triggers revocation of approval of immigrant petition and what is the effect? In general, obtaining approval of an immigrant petition is...

What is the Cost for EB2-NIW Green Card Petition?

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On May 26, 2022
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The cost to obtain a green card under EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver) category consists of USCIS fees plus attorney fees. In general, USCIS fees are $1,925 plus medical examination fee. Green card under the EB2-NIW category can be self-petitioned. That is, you do not need a sponsorship from your employer to file the immigration petition. […]

What is the Company’s Cost to Sponsor H-1B Visa?

Posted by Akiko Yamada, Esq.
On May 24, 2022
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A company that sponsors an employee on H-1B visa must pay USCIS fees and attorney fees for the H-1B visa petition filed with the USCIS. In hiring the H-1B employee, the company also must pay the H-1B employee a wage rate required under the law. USCIS Fees: USCIS fees vary depending on the number and […]

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