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USCIS to Continue Processing Applications for Employment Authorization Extension Requests Despite Application Support Center Closures
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced that it will reuse previously submitted biometrics in order to process valid Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, extension requests due to the temporary closure of Application Support Centers (ASC) to the public in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This announcement is consistent with existing USCIS authorities […]
USCIS E-Verify Issues Summary of Temporary Policies Due to COVID-19
https://www.aila.org/infonet/everify-summary-temporary-policies-covid19 USCIS E-Verify issued a summary of its temporary policies due to COVID-19, including the extension of the timeframe for taking action to resolve Tentative Nonconfirmations. AILA Doc. No. 20032300
USCIS COMPLETES REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR 2021
USCIS has received enough electronic registrations during the initial period to reach the FY 2021 H-1B numerical allocations (H-1B cap). We randomly selected from among the registrations properly submitted. We intend to notify petitioners with selected registrations no later than March 31, 2020, that they are eligible to file an H-1B cap-subject petition for the […]
ICE Issues Guidance on COVID-19
https://www.aila.org/infonet/ice-issues-guidance-on-covid-19 ICE provided guidance on its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. ICE also confirmed that as of March 26, 2020, two detainees, three detention facility employees or personnel, and 19 ICE employees, have tested positive for COVID-19. AILA Doc. No. 20031658
EOIR Sends Message to Stakeholders Announcing New Listserv and Information on EOIR Operations
EOIR sent a message to stakeholders announcing a new listserv to notify practitioners nationwide about court closures, re-openings, and standing orders. The message also provides contact information for EOIR’s public information officers. Listen Here: https://www.aila.org/infonet/eoir-sends-message-to-stakeholders-announcing-new AILA Doc. No. 20032737
Practice Alert: Three-Fourths Wage Guarantee for H-2 Workers During COVID-19 Outbreak
AILA Doc. No. 20032633 | Dated March 26, 2020 AILA’s DOL Liaison Committee provides information concerning the three-fourths wage requirement under H-2A and H-2B regulations and the guidance currently available on its application. The Committee continues to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on DOL operations and on employers. In light of the COVID-19 national emergency, […]
Changes in Work Conditions Impacting H-1B Workers During the COVID-19 Outbreak
AILA Doc. No. 20032631 | Dated March 26, 2020 AILA’s Department of Labor (DOL) Liaison Committee offers the following quick reference with common scenarios and tips to evaluate and consult on the matters discussed below during this unique period in history. DOL regulations require employers to continue to abide by the labor conditions to which they […]
USCIS extends closures of all offices and ASC appointments
In an effort to protect our employees and communities, on March 18 USCIS temporarily suspended providing in-person services at all of our offices. Our field offices, asylum offices and Application Support Centers will now remain closed until April 7, unless further extended. https://twitter.com/USCIS/status/1242878993981898755
ICE Guidance to Schools on F-1 Students and SEVIS during COVID-19
Frequently Asked Questions for SEVP Stakeholders about COVID-19 READ HERE: https://www.ice.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Document/2020/COVID-19FAQ.pdf
Detained Immigration Courts Continue to Operate as Normal
The Executive Office for Immigration Review has failed to enact any meaningful changes in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. While many other parts of the immigration system have made drastic changes to their operations (USCIS canceling all in-person interviews and swearing-in ceremonies and stopping biometrics appointments), EOIR has refused to halt all in-person hearings with […]
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