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DHS Announces Extension and Redesignation of Somalia for TPS; Extends Relaxed Employment Options for Certain Somalian F-1 Nonimmigrants

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended and redesignated Somalia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, from September 18, 2024 through March 17, 2026.  The registration period for eligible individuals to submit initial TPS applications under the…

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DHS Renews Expanded Employment Options for Certain Venezuelan F-1 Nonimmigrants

DHS has published a Federal Register notice extending the suspension of certain employment authorization restrictions for Venezuelan F-1 nonimmigrants (and those with no nationality who last habitually resided in Venezuela) who are experiencing severe economic hardship as a direct result of the current crisis in Venezuela.…

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USCIS Fee Rule Takes Effect April 1 with Significant Increases for Employment-Based Filings

Effective April 1, 2024, USCIS will increase and create separate filing fees for H-1B, L-1, and other nonimmigrant case types. The H-1B petition fee will rise to $780, from $460, a 70% increase. The L-1 petition fee will increase to…

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