Key Information for HR and Global Mobility Teams Recent developments in the Middle East have significantly disrupted U.S. consular services across the region. Following a security alert issued by U.S. Department of State (DOS) on February 28, 2026, several U.S. embassies have closed temporarily, suspended routine services, or limited operations to emergency assistance only. For […]
A proposed revision to prevailing wage methodology would substantially raise the required wage levels used in employment-based immigration filings that rely on Department of Labor (DOL) wage survey data. The proposal, which would primarily impact wage requirements for the H-1B, H-2B and PERM processes, cleared an important regulatory hurdle on February 20, 2026. Publication of […]
What Do I Do Now? Employers are increasingly encountering a term that can cause understandable concern: “prudential visa revocation.” When it arises, it often generates more confusion than clarity — particularly regarding whether an employee has lost status, whether employment must cease, and what steps should follow. This blog explains what a prudential visa revocation […]
The March 2026 Visa Bulletin brings significant forward movement across several employment-based “Dates for Filing” categories, offering welcome news for employers and foreign national professionals awaiting the opportunity to file adjustment of status or immigrant visa applications. What Moved? EB-1 India and China advances four months. EB-2 Rest of World, Mexico, and the Philippines become […]
USCIS is applying greater scrutiny to all immigration benefit requests, including employment-based adjustment of status (AOS) applications. As a result, AOS interviews have become more detailed and documentation-focused. Failing to prepare can have dire consequences, not only for the applicant but also for the employer who values their work. In some cases, applicants with prior […]
As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continues to expand the scope of its worksite enforcement operations, it is important to understand why Form I-9 audits occur and how they are conducted. What Triggers an I-9 Audit ICE, through Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), has authority to inspect employer Forms I-9. Audits may be triggered by […]
For the second consecutive year, employers participating in the H-1B cap registration process will need to adapt to a major change. Last year introduced the beneficiary centric registration process, which attempted to reduce the number of multiple entries by applicants. This year, USCIS is moving forward with a weighted selection system, increasing the odds of […]
The Trump administration’s new “Gold Card” immigration initiative is already facing a significant legal test that could determine whether the program survives in its current form. Earlier this month, a lawsuit in federal court challenging the legality of the program, which was launched by executive order in September 2025. The lawsuit seeks to halt implementation […]
Unannounced site visits by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or other law enforcement agencies are increasing nationwide. ICE visits can be disruptive and stressful for employers, particularly when frontline staff are unsure how to respond. Preparation is critical. A clear, well-communicated protocol can reduce risk, prevent inadvertent violations, and ensure a lawful and professional response. […]