U.S. Consulates in India Implement New Scheduling Process for 221(g) Appointments

When applying for a visa, there can be several reasons why your visa application may be refused or denied. If your visa is denied due to missing information or documentation, your visa application will be ineligible under section 221(g).  If you are refused or denied, you’ll be given a 221(g) form with instructions and further…

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USCIS Extends Flexibility for Delays to Requests and Notices Due to COVID-19

The USCIS has announced that it will extend its flexibilities in request and notice response delays due to COVID-19 through October 23, 2022. This extension will help petitioners, requestors, and applicants who are required to respond to certain requests and are experiencing delays related to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Under the extended flexibility, the USCIS will…

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July 2022 Visa Bulletin Predictions

As the year passes by and visa applicants wait for their priority date to approach, uncertainty can quickly turn into frustration and confusion. We understand that the backlog of visas is constantly growing, making the opportunity of getting a green card more difficult. Even with USCIS implementing changes in order to fast track the visa…

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Premium Processing Available for EB1/EB2 Petitions with E13 or E21 Classifications

The USCIS is now implementing premium processing for EB1 and EB2 petitioners who have a pending filed Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers. This will specifically apply to certain previously filed forms that are listed under: E13 – Multinational Manager and Executive, or E21 – Member of the Professions holding an Advanced Degree or…

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Presidential Panel In US Votes To Process Green Cards Within 6 Months

A presidential advisory council in the United States has voted to shorten the green card application process, which, if enacted, will significantly reduce the time it takes for Indian candidates.  The President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (PACAANHPI) voted to cut the time it takes to get a green card…

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