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On March 22, 2024

USCIS has adjusted and in most cases increased its fees again. The new government filing fees take effect on April 1, 2024. Some filing fees actually decreased but only if filed online, including the filing fee for Form I-130, Form N-400 and Form N-565.

On May 27, 2021

EXCITING NEWS. DHS/#USCIS has reinstated the International #Entrepreneur Rule to enable entrepreneurs to be paroled into the US. Up to 3 entrepreneurs per start-up entity can receive parole. Entrepreneurs must demonstrate a substantial ownership interest in a U.S. start-up entity that is no more than 5 years old, have a central and active role in that entity, and […]

On January 21, 2021

Now that the Biden administration has been installed, there are a variety of immigration proposals on the table. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) will probably remain intact. The travel ban has been lifted. There are expected improvements to the H-1B program. Biden is also expected to remove the limits the previous administration placed on […]

On March 25, 2020

Attorney Long reminds the public to stay safe, wash your hands often, and practice social distancing. This office also reminds you that Attorney Long offers phone or video consultations. In-person consultations will resume as soon as possible.

On March 24, 2020

Please bookmark this site for continuing information on this constantly and rapidly changing situation. Additional Immigration Updates: If you entered the United States under the Visa Waiver Program and you are unable to depart on time due to a Corona-related issue, please ask for a Satisfactory Departure *before* your authorized period of stay expires (up […]

On March 20, 2020

Due to precautions being implemented by employers and employees related to physical proximity associated with COVID-19, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today that it will exercise discretion to defer the physical presence requirements associated with Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) under Section 274A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

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International Entrepreneur Rule

2021 Immigration Update

Phone and Video Consultations Reminder

COVID-19 Updates for Immigration

DHS announces flexibility in requirements related to Form I-9 compliance