Customs & Immigration
USCIS Clarifies Guidance on Citizenship and Naturalization for Adopted Children
Some children immigrating based on adoption automatically acquire U.S. citizenship when they are admitted to the United States as lawful permanent residents. Others do not.
Biometrics & ID Management
USCIS Extends Temporary Suspension of Biometrics Submission for Certain Form I-539 Applicants
USCIS retains discretion, on a case-by-case basis, to require biometrics for any applicant, and applicants may be scheduled for an application support center appointment to submit biometrics.
Customs & Immigration
This guidance also applies to abused spouses of certain nonimmigrants applying for employment authorization under section 106 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Customs & Immigration
Employers May File H-2B Petitions for FY 2023 Late Second Half Returning Workers
These supplemental visas are available only to U.S. businesses that are suffering irreparable harm or will suffer impending irreparable harm without the ability to employ all the H-2B workers requested.
Customs & Immigration
USCIS Updates Guidance on Administrative Naturalization Ceremony Venues
USCIS has a long-standing goal of promoting public understanding of the naturalization process and welcomes facility donations from public and private entities.
Customs & Immigration
USCIS Updates Policy Guidance on Self-Selecting a Gender Marker on Forms and Documents
Effective immediately, USCIS will accept the self-identified gender marker for individuals requesting immigration benefits.
DHS
USCIS to Host Third Quarter Conference Call with Industry
USCIS strongly encourages all vendors to submit any and all questions in advance of the quarterly calls. USCIS will answer pre-submitted questions during the call.
Biometrics & ID Management
USCIS Removes Biometrics Requirement for Form I-526E Petitioners
USCIS released a revised edition of Form I-526E dated 03/15/23, with updated instructions.
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