H1B Visa Lawyer Blog

May 16, 2024

Immigrants in each State (fact sheets): West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming – Update

UPDATE: Explore American Immigration Council’ interactive map to get more comprehensive information on U.S. immigration data and its impact!

The American Immigration Council (AIC) has released all fifty states and the District of Columbia, for a total of fifty-one updated state-by-state fact sheets highlighting immigration data and facts. These fact sheets highlight the demographic and economic impact of Immigrants in each state.

With national immigration policy being discussed, we thought that it would be a good time to provide some statistics on the Immigrant population in the United States as provided by this AIC research. Once a week we will be posting a blog with information on three states at a time. This week we will highlight; West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming!

May 14, 2024

USCIS Naturalization Statistics Report – FY2023

by Kellie N. Lego

On the USCIS’s Website, webpage, “Citizenship Resource Center”, they have published the U.S. Naturalization Statistics for Fiscal Year 2023! This web-based report is made up of graphs and charts explaining U.S. naturalization patterns in statistical forms! In the last ten years, we as a country have welcomed more than 7.7 million naturalized citizens into this country.

For further details please review the USCIS Webpage, “FY 2023 Naturalization Statistics”.

Source of Information:

May 13, 2024

Update – Visa Bulletin – June 2024

by Kellie N. Lego

The Department of State has released its latest Visa Bulletin.

Click the link to view the June 2024 Visa Bulletin

UPDATE: When to File Your Adjustment of Status Application for Family-Sponsored or Employment-Based Preference Visas: June 2024

May 10, 2024

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – 5/10/24

by Kellie N. Lego

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1- How long is it taking to get a final prevailing wage determination from the DOL? On average, 206+ days to receive a final prevailing wage determination back from the DOL after submission.

2 – I would like to work part time 2-4 Saturdays or any off days during the week, is that possible on a concurrent visa? Yes, it is possible to work part time for a another H-1B employer through the filing of a concurrent H-1B petition. The part-time concurrent H-1B filing would need to be filed PRIOR to you starting the part-time employment. In order to ensure that you can successfully maintain your existing employment and the part-time concurrent employment, it is advisable that you schedule a consultation with an Immigration Lawyer at MVP Law Group.

May 9, 2024

Visa Bulletin – June 2024

by Kellie N. Lego

The Department of State has released its latest Visa Bulletin.

Click the link to view the June 2024 Visa Bulletin

The monthly Visa Bulletin has changed. The bulletin now summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during the reported month for: “Application Final Action Dates” (consistent with prior Visa Bulletins) and “Dates for Filing Applications,” indicating when immigrant visa applicants should be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to the National Visa Center using Consular Processing (outside of the US) or file on their own with USCIS Form I-485 (within the US).

May 8, 2024

2024 USCIS Forms Updates – 5/6/24

by Kellie N. Lego

The USCIS Forms Updates web page lists their most recently updated forms. The list includes forms as they publish them and includes a brief explanation for the update.

The updated form listed below is their most recent addition to the list, dated May 6, 2024!

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May 7, 2024

USCIS Celebrates Its Employees During Public Service Recognition Week

by Kellie N. Lego

This week, May 5-11, is Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) 2024! The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced they are honoring their dedicated workforce during this celebration! USCIS Director Ur M. Jaddou, stated, “Their dedicated service makes the possibility of America a reality for not only immigrants and newcomers themselves, but also the communities and economies they join and our nation as a whole.”

For more information, please review the USCIS News Release, “USCIS Celebrates Its Employees During Public Service Recognition Week“!

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May 6, 2024

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – This Friday, May 10, 2024

by Kellie N. Lego

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, May 10, 2024. Act now and submit your questions!

May 3, 2024

Immigrants in each State (fact sheets): Vermont, Virginia and Washington – Update

by Kellie N. Lego

UPDATE: Explore American Immigration Council’ interactive map to get more comprehensive information on U.S. immigration data and its impact!

The American Immigration Council (AIC) has released all fifty states and the District of Columbia, for a total of fifty-one updated state-by-state fact sheets highlighting immigration data and facts. These fact sheets highlight the demographic and economic impact of Immigrants in each state.

With national immigration policy being discussed, we thought that it would be a good time to provide some statistics on the Immigrant population in the United States as provided by this AIC research. Once a week we will be posting a blog with information on three states at a time. This week we will highlight; Vermont, Virginia and Washington!

May 2, 2024

USCIS Webinar – TPS Extension and Redesignation for Burma (Myanmar) – (5/9/24)

by Kellie N. Lego

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will be holding a national webinar on Thursday, May 9, from 1 to 2 p.m. (Eastern). This webinar will provide an overview of Temporary Protected Status (TPS),explaining the extension and redesignation for Burma (Myanmar), including eligibility requirements and filing tips. USCIS will respond to questions submitted in advance or via chat function during the webinar. They will not answer case-specific questions.

For more details, please review the USCIS Upcoming National Engagement, “Temporary Protected Status Extension and Redesignation for Burma (Myanmar)“.

To Register for this webinar: