In this Law360 article, Mayer Brown Partner Carl Risch comments on the H-1B visa renewal pilot program introduced by the US Department of State. “According to Mayer Brown partner Carl Risch, who was assistant secretary of state for consular
The Mobile Workforce blog, published by Mayer Brown, focuses on legal issues related to global mobility, immigration, and workforce management. It covers topics such as visa policies, travel bans, work authorization, compliance with immigration laws, and the impact of regulatory changes on international employees and employers. The blog also addresses enforcement trends, government programs targeting immigration violations, and practical guidance for multinational corporations managing mobile employees. It provides updates on legislative and administrative developments affecting cross-border employment and talent mobility.
In this Law360 article, Mayer Brown Partner Carl Risch comments on the H-1B visa renewal pilot program introduced by the US Department of State. “According to Mayer Brown partner Carl Risch, who was assistant secretary of state for consular…
After several months of improving processing times, the State Department announced yesterday that it is now processing routine U.S. passport applications in 6 to 8 weeks and expedited applications in only 2 to 3 weeks. This is a substantial, multi-week…
The State Department has recently extended the validity of certain visas for citizens of France, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Cuba. This trend may signal an effort is underway to adjust visa validity periods for other nationalities and…
On November 6, 2023, the U.S. Department of State announced, for the second consecutive month, that processing times for passport applications have improved. The Department is now processing routine applications in 7 to 10 weeks and expedited applications in…
The online registration period for the Diversity Visa Program concludes on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 12:00 PM EST.
The U.S. Diversity Visa program (DV program, also known as the “green card lottery” or “the visa lottery”) is a unique…
The European Commission has again delayed the implementation of the European Travel Information Authorization System (ETIAS). ETIAS is an automated electronic visa waiver program intended to facilitate travel across borders in Europe while better identifying security risks for the Schengen…
On October 19, 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced Israel’s immediate eligibility for the Visa Waiver Program. This follows DHS’ September 27th designation, announcing a November 30, 2023 start date, which has apparently been accelerated. Israelis…