The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) permits citizens of designated countries to travel to the United States for business or tourism for stays of up to 90 days without a visa. In return, those countries must permit U.S. citizens and nationals
Based on similar notifications posted on Embassy and Consular, it appears the U.S. Department of State has recently updated its procedural guidelines related to DS-160s for many consular posts. For many visa applicants, there has been a new requirement introduced
As of April 23, 2025, E-Verify is now notifying participating employers via Case Alerts when the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revokes an employee’s Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
Greenberg Traurig’s Kate Kalmykov, co-chair of the firm’s Immigration & Compliance Practice, is presenting during the Strafford Webinar: New Immigration Initiatives Impacting Employers: Focus on Worksite Enforcement, Strict Penalties, Compliance Strategies on Wednesday, May 21 at 1:00 p.m. ET.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS)’s Alien Registration Requirement, effective April 11, 2025, requires most noncitizens aged 14 and older who remain in the United States for over 30 days, to register and complete biometrics.
The termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans was temporarily halted by a court order on March 31, 2025.
A growing number of states are considering legislation that would require more employers to use E-Verify, the federal system used to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States. These proposals suggest a broader trend toward
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced updated procedures for certain Hong Kong residents covered under Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) to apply for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). These new procedures, detailed in a Federal Register notice posted for public
On March 25, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the termination of the parole processes for citizens or nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV parole programs). This decision will affect employers who must navigate the employment
The Trump Administration has recently published many new Executive Orders. Additionally, the Administration is considering enacting new travel restrictions for citizens of many countries. Join Immigration and Compliance Practice attorneys Jennifer Hermansky and Kirsten Crovello for a discussion on the impact of