Registration Requirements for Non-Citizens Effective April 11, 2025
The alien registration rule, effective April 11, 2025, requires that all non-citizens who are age 14 years or older and in the United States for 30 days or more, must be registered and fingerprinted. All non-citizens who are age 18 years or older are also required to carry proof of registration at all times. Failure to do so can result in a misdemeanor, which includes fines and/or jail time.
CSPA Age Calculation
The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA), enacted in 2002, addresses the issue of children “aging out” of eligibility for certain immigration benefits due to turning 21. This article offers a brief overview of CSPA, introduces its calculation method, explains the "sought to acquire" requirement, and provides examples to illustrate its application.
FY 2026 H-1B Cap Initial Registration Period Opens on 03/07/2025
FY 2026 H-1B cap initial registration period will open at noon ET on 03/07/2025 and run through noon ET on 03/24/2025. USCIS intends to notify employers of the initial lottery results by 03/31/2025.
Know Your Rights During ICE Encounters
As the Trump administration’s new immigration enforcement policy unfolds and the circumstances continuously develop, it is important for everyone to be informed of their rights during potential ICE encounters.
Do I Need a Will? — Understanding the Intestate Succession Laws in Washington State
The state’s intestate succession laws provide a fallback for people who die without a valid will and ensures that the decedent's assets are distributed to their surviving relatives in an assumably fair manner.
The Basics of Estate Planning 2024
Estate planning ensures that your loved ones are protected and your legacy is preserved, providing peace of mind for you and your family. Everyone can benefit from having an estate plan regardless of their age, health, and wealth.
Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) Overview
An Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) is generally required to be submitted with most family-based immigration applications. It is a way to show that an intending immigrant has adequate means of financial support and that he or she is unlikely to become a public charge.
The Basics of Estate Planning
Everyone can benefit from having an estate plan regardless of their age, health, and wealth. This article provides information on the basics of estate planning.
Public Charge: Questions and Answers
Public charge is one of the reasons that a foreign national’s application for a visa, green card, or admission into the United States may be denied. This article answers some commonly asked questions about public charge.
Family-based Immigration Overview
Family-based immigration is one of the common ways to immigrate to the United States. This article provides an overview of family-based immigration, answers some frequently asked questions about family-based immigration, and discusses a few things to know about being a permanent resident.
Permanent Residence (Green Card) and Ending H-1B Employment
H-1B Workers: Pathways to obtain permanent residence in the United States (getting a green card) and ending H-1B employment.
USCIS Filing Fee Increases Effective on April 1, 2024
New USCIS fee schedule will go into effect on April 1, 2024. There will be substantial filing fee increases for employment-based and family-based petitions and applications.
Maintaining Your H-1B Status
Maintaining Your H-1B Status - Things to Know After Your H-1B Petition is Approved.
H-1B Visa and the Lottery (Online Registration)
H-1B Visa - Addressing questions frequently asked by prospective employers and job candidates about the H-1B visa and the online registration process.
