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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is a federal agency under the umbrella of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. The USCIS performs a broad variety of administrative functions, including processing visa and naturalization petitions, as well as applications for asylum and refugee status. less -

Navigating Immigration Compliance in U.S. Hospitals: Key Concerns for Administrators and Providers

Buchalter on 5/29/2025

The healthcare sector, a cornerstone of U.S. public infrastructure, relies heavily on a diverse and multinational workforce. From physicians to support staff, many hospital employees are immigrants—often working under...more

Are You Ready for a Surprise Visit from USCIS? How to Prepare for an Administrative Site Visit

Holland & Hart LLP on 5/15/2025

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), through its Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FDNS), regularly conducts unannounced site visits to employers who sponsor foreign workers. If your...more

The New Enforcement Landscape Under the Trump Administration’s Executive Orders

Foley & Lardner LLP on 3/4/2025

President Trump’s executive orders, signed on January 20, 2025, have significantly altered the immigration enforcement landscape...more

Navigating Changing Immigration Policies: Workplace Implications

Mintz - Employment Viewpoints on 2/26/2025

President Donald Trump has swiftly signed several immigration-related executive orders and implemented other immigration initiatives since his inauguration. These executive orders and policy changes have the stated intent to...more

Top Ten Tips for I-9 Compliance

Harris Beach Murtha PLLC on 2/25/2025

It is widely expected that enforcement of immigration status and work authorization at the employer level will be a top priority of the federal government over the next four years. On-site visits and audits by agencies,...more

ICE Raids and I-9 Audits: What You Need To Know If They Come Knocking

Cozen O'Connor on 1/22/2025

As noted by multiple media outlets, Donald Trump’s team released an aggressive slate of immigration executive orders. This anticipated immigration crackdown will have implications for people nationwide, including a package of...more

5 Proactive Steps to Mitigate Immigration Compliance Risks in a Shifting Political Landscape

Guidepost Solutions LLC on 1/15/2025

Businesses are well aware that the incoming administration has made immigration compliance a high-stakes issue. With new policies, shifting regulations, and an ever-changing political landscape, it is challenging to know what...more

Potential Immigration Impacts for U.S. Employers Under a Second Trump Presidency

Shipman & Goodwin LLP on 1/8/2025

As we head into another Trump presidency later this month, many U.S. employers are wondering how the new administration’s strong stance on immigration might impact their organization, including its ability to hire and retain...more

Navigating Compliance Risks Under the 2025 Trump Administration

Alston & Bird on 12/27/2024

Our Immigration Team provides key takeaways and steps employers can take to prepare for the expected rise in immigration enforcement under a second Trump Administration....more

Best Practices for I-9 Compliance in 2024

Buchalter on 9/18/2024

USCIS introduced a new Form I-9 to a single-sided sheet. All employers MUST now use the form version released in August 2023. The form is now available in fillable form on tablets and mobile devices...more

Navigating Corporate Risk: The Imperative of Thorough H-1B Program Audits

Guidepost Solutions LLC on 9/28/2023

In the realm of corporate risk, immigration-related concerns often take a back seat. But a closer look at the current Administration’s actions reveals where priorities lie and which industries, sectors, and companies may be...more

Cracking the Code: Understanding the Ins and Outs of I-9 Compliance Processes

Mitratech Holdings, Inc on 9/15/2023

If you’re an employer or HR professional, you’ve likely heard about this important aspect of hiring and onboarding. But what exactly is I-9 compliance? And why is it crucial for your business?...more

Avoiding Penalties and Audits: Understanding the Benefits of Electronic I-9 Compliance

Mitratech Holdings, Inc on 8/16/2023

Are you familiar with the I-9 Form? It may sound like just another piece of paperwork, but for employers in the United States, it carries significant weight. The I-9 Form is a crucial document used to verify an employee’s...more

Back to the Past: In-Person Document Inspection for I-9 Forms Resumes

Dorsey & Whitney LLP on 5/12/2023

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is ending employers’ ability to remotely inspect I-9 documents on July 31, 2023. Employers will have an additional 30 days, until August...more

5 Key 2022 Updates to Form I-9 Compliance as Employers Head Into 2023

Fisher Phillips on 12/12/2022

As we say goodbye to 2022 and set course for 2023, it’s a good time to reflect on changes that have occurred in the past year – and changes we expect to occur in the new year. This is especially true when it comes to the...more

Where the Traditional HR Suite is Falling Short: Ensuring Compliance Across Borders

Mitratech Holdings, Inc on 7/13/2022

How to complete forms properly, save time on the review process, and ensure compliance during the hiring process! HR teams worldwide are reaping the benefits of the shift to a remote and hybrid work model; hiring from a...more

Employers: Are You at Risk for Immigration and I-9 Audits?

Carlton Fields on 6/3/2014

The Background - The Obama administration has attempted to attract and retain new and highly skilled talent to the United States, setting initiatives to allow foreign nationals working in the United States to remain...more

Employers Must Be Prepared for I-9 and E-Verify Inspections - Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Inspection of Forms I-9...

Poyner Spruill LLP on 4/15/2014

Has ICE Been Busy in 2013? What to Expect if You Get a Notice of Inspection - On November 6, 1986, the Immigration Reform and Control Act required employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their...more

New Compliance Concerns for Employers of Foreign Workers

Snell & Wilmer on 12/31/2012

Originally published in the 2012 Edition of Inside the Minds published by Aspatore/Thomson West. Introduction - This chapter discusses the current immigration enforcement climate for US employers, which involves a...more

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