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May

USCIS Changes Gender Marker Policy on Immigration Forms

May 26, 2025
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) changed how gender markers are recorded on immigration forms. Since April 2, 2025, applicants do not have an option to select a third gender option (“X”) on USCIS documents. Instead, the agency now recognizes only two sex classifications: male and female. Why the Change? This update follows a federal...
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19
May

Major Changes in UK Immigration Law: White Paper Released

May 19, 2025
On May 12, 2025, the UK Government published a White Paper describing intended changes to the UK’s Immigration system, which would mainly impact students, workers, and caregivers, among other things.  These reforms are part of the UK government’s continuing attempts to reduce net migration, which we have seen over the last 18-24 months. The overarching...
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02
May

The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in India Centralize Non-Immigrant Visa Processing

May 2, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in India have centralized non-immigrant visa processing to boost efficiency and meet increasing demand. Key updates include: H & L first-time visa interviews: Now primarily scheduled in Hyderabad Blanket Ls: Processed in Chennai B1/B2 drop box (interview waiver) cases: Centralized in New Delhi H & L drop box (interview waiver) cases: Centralized in Chennai...
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02
May

Understanding the Rules & Restrictions for Hassle-Free U.S. Business Travel

May 2, 2025
The United States welcomes millions of business visitors each year. However, immigration authorities have heightened scrutiny of incoming travelers, a trend that gained momentum during the Trump administration’s focus on immigration enforcement and national security. As a result, what may appear to be a straightforward business trip can unexpectedly lead to delays, extended questioning, or...
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29
Apr

Preparing for Enhanced Visa Screening and Navigating U.S. Administrative Processing

April 29, 2025
The landscape of U.S. visa processing has undergone a seismic shift. Over the past few months, foreign nationals and sponsoring employers have been navigating an increasingly complex and unforgiving system. New layers of scrutiny, security-driven delays, and discretionary decision-making have replaced what was once a largely procedural and predictable process. The recent surge in administrative...
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24
Apr

How to Change Jobs on an H-1B Visa

April 24, 2025
Changing jobs while on an H-1B visa can be an exciting step forward—but it requires careful planning, legal precision, and a clear understanding of the transfer process. Between 2005 and 2022, nearly 130,576 H-1B visa holders changed employers, showing a growing trend in employment mobility for skilled foreign professionals in the U.S., according to an...
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21
Apr

Understanding Indian Citizenship and Navigating the Legal Pathways

April 21, 2025
Indian citizenship is governed by the Citizenship Act, of 1955, a key piece of legislation that outlines how an individual can become a citizen of India. With its roots in the Indian Constitution and updated over the years to reflect changing realities, this Act defines five main ways to acquire Indian citizenship: by birth, by...
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21
Apr

Can H-4 Visa Holders Work in the U.S.? Here’s What You Should Know

April 21, 2025
As an immigration attorney who has guided countless families through the complexities of U.S. immigration law, one of the most common concerns I hear from clients is about employment rights for H-4 visa holders. If you are in the United States as the spouse of an H-1B visa holder, you are likely on an H-4...
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16
Apr

How to Change Jobs on an H-1B Visa

April 16, 2025
Changing jobs while on an H-1B visa can be an exciting step forward—but it requires careful planning, legal precision, and a clear understanding of the transfer process. Between 2005 and 2022, nearly 130,576 H-1B visa holders changed employers, showing a growing trend in employment mobility for skilled foreign professionals in the U.S., according to an...
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14
Apr

Understanding the Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) for Indian Nationals

April 14, 2025
If you are planning to move abroad for work, change of citizenship, residency, or a long-term stay, you will likely need a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC). This document contains information about your criminal record in India, in any. Foreign governments rely on the PCC as proof of your good conduct. It helps them ensure public...
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