On Aug. 18, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security in two separate statements announced the extension and redesignation of TPS […]
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DHS Announces Updated STEM Designated Degree Program List
On July 12, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a Federal Register notice announcing the addition of eight […]
USCIS Expands Premium Processing For Applicants Seeking to Change into F, M Or J Nonimmigrant Status
On June 12, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the expansion of premium processing for applicants filing […]
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for International Travelers to the U.S. via Air, Land or Ferry Entry Ended on May 12, 2023.
As of May 12, 2023, nonimmigrant travelers to the U.S. are no longer required to be fully vaccinated with an […]
DHS Redesignates and Extends Special Student Relief Employment (SSR) Benefits to Hong Kong Resident Students Experiencing Severe Economic Hardship
On May 3, 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has provided a Federal Register Notice announcing the extension […]
Extension of Deferred Enforced Departure for Hong Kong
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released information through a notice in the Federal Register explaining procedures for individuals […]
Digital Signature and Electronic Transmission of Form DS-2019 Effective April 27, 2023.
Updated: May 1, 2023 Digital Signature and Electronic Distribution of Form DS-2019 Effective April 27, 2023 On March 28, 2023 […]
CDC Rescinds China COVID Testing Requirement
On March 10, 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rescinded the requirement that all air travelers coming […]
CDC Requires All US Arrivals from China to Show Negative COVID-19 Test
[Update: Order rescinded as of March 10, 2023, at 3:00 PM ET.] If you are traveling to the U.S. from […]
Visa Interview Waivers Extended Until December 31, 2023
On December 23, 2022, the U.S. Department of State in consultation with the Department of Homeland Security announced the extension […]