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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... more +
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 -
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USCIS to Increase Scrutiny for TN Visa Requirements: Impact on Employers

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently updated its policy manual regarding TN visa eligibility requirements. The new guidance imposes stricter guidelines for eligibility. Changes focus on the nature of the...more

Holland & Hart LLP

USCIS Updates Policy Manual on TN Visa Requirements

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released updated policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual regarding certain eligibility requirements, including filing, requirements for classification, and change of status...more

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USCIS Issues Major Update to TN Visa Policy Manual

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its Policy Manual, clarifying—and in some cases, narrowing—the eligibility criteria for the TN nonimmigrant classification under the United States-Mexico-Canada...more

Holland & Knight LLP

DHS Issues Registration Changes for Foreign and Canadian Nationals, Child Visa Holders

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This Holland & Knight alert details new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rules amending a preexisting but rarely enforced registration requirement for foreign nationals, including Canadians and child visa holders on...more

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Alien Registration Requirement: What You Need to Know

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The Alien Registration Requirement goes into effect today. Please be aware that most foreign nationals working in the US with a visa are exempt, and registration and fingerprints are not required. Registration may only apply...more

Dickinson Wright

Canadian B Visitors to the U.S.: What Does Registration Mean for You?

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On March 12, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published its proposed new registration Interim Final Regulation (IFR). It becomes effective on April 11, 2025. The IFR outlines the existing long-term regulations...more

Lippes Mathias LLP

L-1 Immigration Status: Are You Really an Executive, or Manager?

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With limited immigration options to obtain work authorization in the U.S., intercompany transferee (L-1) work authorization is a strategy used by companies operating throughout Canada and abroad to send key workers to the...more

Miller Canfield

Immigration Implications of UAW Strike and Potential Government Shutdown - Updated

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Employers in the automotive industry should be aware of the impact the United Auto Workers strike could have on its employees with immigration considerations. A federal government shutdown is also likely, which could impact...more

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Northern Border Updates: Tips for a Smooth Entry to U.S.

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Coming to the U.S. from Canada can be a stressful experience for some. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) - a law enforcement arm of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - is one of the world's largest law...more

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Talent Without Borders: Immigration Insights – August-September 2023

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Second Round of H-1B Cap Registration Selection – United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducted a second round of the H-1B cap lottery between July 28th and 31st for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024. The new...more

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Form I-9 and Remote Workers: Is the Flexibility Almost Over?

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As most Canadian employers are aware, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the identity and employment authorization of each of their employees inside the United States. This process is...more

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the Buffalo area recommends appointments for Canadians applying for TN and L-1 status

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Although no official announcement was made, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is now recommending that Canadian TN and L applicants schedule an appointment to present their applications when entering the United States...more

Benesch

Cabotage Primer: The Basics and Pitfalls of Cross-Border Motor Carriage

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Cabotage as a legal principle is neither new nor specific to the United States. It exists as a legal means to shield domestic carriers and their workforce from foreign competition....more

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UK Visa Application Centres in US and Canada Start Phased Reopening

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UK visa applicants in the US can book biometric appointments at either a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) Application Support Center (ASC) or a VFS Global Premium Application Centre (PAC). ASCs and PACs, which...more

Nilan Johnson Lewis PA

Goodbye, NAFTA. Hello, USMCA.

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On July 1, 2020, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (“USMCA”) will enter into full force, when it will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (“NAFTA”) as the primary agreement governing trade relations...more

Harris Beach Murtha PLLC

How the Extended Closure of the U.S.-Canada Land Border Is Impacting Business Travelers

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On March 20, 2020, due to the global pandemic, U.S. and Canadian officials mutually agreed that non-essential travel between the United States and Canada should be temporarily suspended. U.S. Customs and Border Protection...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

COVID-19's Impact on Immigration

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In these quickly evolving times, there is a constant flow of emails and announcements that are coming from all directions. In order to provide a single source for current updates as to major processing changes and...more

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U.S. Immigration Developments March 2020: USCIS Closes Northern Border With Canada, Suspends Local Office Operations And Suspends...

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On March 18, the President ordered that by mutual consent, with the government of Canada, our country will close its northern border to non-essential traffic. The President confirmed that trade will not be affected. Details...more

Polsinelli

Top Immigration Updates for U.S. Employers during COVID-19 National Emergency

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The COVID-19 National Emergency has brought a host of challenges to employers in the United States, including travel, compliance with employment verification processes, and hiring and maintaining immigration status for...more

Butler Snow LLP

COVID-19: Impact on Business Immigration FAQs

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The current National Emergency is resulting in rapid changes to US immigration law and policy. We are monitoring those changes and will continue to update these FAQs with new developments...more

Mintz - Immigration Viewpoints

COVID-19 Immigration-Related Updates

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USCIS Suspends Premium Processing for all Form I-129 and I-140 filings - On March 20, 2020 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that effective immediately, it is temporarily suspending Premium...more

Littler

COVID-19 and Immigration Updates: Form I-9 Guidance, Border Closures, and More

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This article briefly summarizes the recent governmental guidance on Form I-9 requirements, travel, and visa processing and services, among other matters, in response to the national emergency caused by the COVID-19 outbreak....more

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Compass: Insights And Direction For Employers – Winter 2020

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With the start of a new year, in-house counsel and human resources professionals will want to be aware of what’s on the horizon for 2020 and beyond. It’s a good time for employers to take a breath and consider what issues...more

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Potential Changes to U.S.-Canadian Border Policy

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On April 25, 2019, the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) issued a practice alert announcing that the nationwide immigration association had “been in discussions with CBP [Customs and Border Protection] related...more

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Important CBP Policy Change Affects Canadian Nationals Looking to Renew L-1 Status at the Border

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If you employ Canadian nationals holding L-1 status, you’ll now need to plan ahead for when those employees need to renew their status. This is because certain Canadian nationals may no longer file subsequent L-1 petitions...more

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