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United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Foreign Workers Employer Responsibilities

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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How Employers Can Adapt to Immigration Policy Shifts

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From work authorization revocation to TPS expiration, the Trump administration is rapidly altering the landscape of immigration laws, and employers are struggling to keep up and remain compliant. ...more

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E-Verify’s Latest Update: Navigating Parole-Based EAD Risks

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On August 26, 2025, E-Verify released a new set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and expanded guidance on the revocation of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) issued under humanitarian parole programs....more

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TPS Terminations: Key Employer Takeaways for Nepal, Honduras & Nicaragua

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In an anticipated move, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its Temporary Protected Status (TPS) webpages to reflect the termination of TPS designations for Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua, a...more

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Rise in E-Verify Desk Audits: What U.S. Employers Need to Know in 2025

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In recent months, we have seen a notable uptick in E-Verify desk audits and related inquiries from federal and state agencies. This trend reflects the current administration’s heightened focus on employer immigration...more

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Navigating E-Verify’s Status Change Report

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On July 15, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) released updated E-Verify compliance information related to revoked Employment Authorization Documents (“EADs”) for certain noncitizens whose parole status...more

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E-Verify Revocation Lists for CHNV Updated: Employers Have to Add One More Thing to Their To-Do Lists

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US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) initially deployed the Status Change Report on June 20, 2025, to help certain employers identify whether any E-Verify cases were created using an Employment Authorization...more

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TPS Haiti Work Authorization Extended to February 2026, Employers need to Make I-9 Updates.

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In a significant development for employers and Haitian nationals under Temporary Protected Status (TPS), the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its guidance to reflect a court-ordered automatic...more

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USCIS Completes H-1B Cap Lottery for Fiscal Year 2026

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On July 18, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced enough petitions have been received and the congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and the 20,000 H-1B visa U.S. advanced degree...more

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USCIS to Increase Scrutiny for TN Visa Requirements: Impact on Employers

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

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EAD Terminations and Status Change Reporting: Key Updates for E-Verify Users

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has begun revoking employment authorization documents (EADs) for certain noncitizens whose parole into the United States has been terminated. This includes individuals paroled...more

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP

How to Prepare Your Company for Increased ICE Enforcement

Delivering on his campaign pledges since assuming office, President Trump has dramatically increased immigration enforcement. There are numerous, well-reported instances of undocumented immigrants being arrested and sent to...more

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CHNV Fallout: USCIS Issues Compliance Guidance for Employers

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On June 20, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued updated guidance to E-Verify employers regarding the revocation of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for individuals who entered under the...more

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DHS provides info on re-verifying employees whose EADs are revoked

As we have previously reported, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is revoking employment authorization documents for certain individuals affected by the termination of humanitarian parole, including beneficiaries of...more

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CHNV Parole Program Ends, Creating Urgent Employer Compliance Obligations

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The administration terminated the Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela parole (CHNV parole) program Thursday (June 12, 2025)... According to the administration, notices have already been issued to affected parolees advising...more

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

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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

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Immigration By the Numbers: Key Stats on FY2026 H-1B Cap Lottery and Next Steps

With the first round of the H-1B cap lottery completed in late March, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) has now released statistics for this year’s H-1B cap registrations and selections. USCIS...more

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

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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

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June 2025 Visa Bulletin Released: Continued Slow Progression in Many Categories May Impact Employers

The Department of State released the June 2025 Visa Bulletin and USCIS has confirmed they will accept the Final Action Dates chart for employment-based Adjustment of Status applications. The Final Action Dates chart notes...more

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Visa Sponsored Employee Alert: Understanding Alien Registration Requirements

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Please note that Electrolux is not involved in, nor aware of, the specifics of any individual employee's Alien Registration process. The requirement explained below is a matter of compliance with U.S. immigration laws and...more

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What Do Employers Need to Know About the New DHS Alien Registration Requirement?

As further implementation of the January 20, 2025 Executive Orders, DHS recently published an interim final rule regarding the requirement that certain non-citizens register with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security...more

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USCIS Announces Initial FY 2026 H-1B Cap Selection: What Employers Need to Do Next

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USCIS announced on Mar. 31, 2025, that it has completed the initial selection process for H-1B visa cap-subject petitions for fiscal year 2026. The statutory cap is 65,000 H-1B visas (regular cap), with an additional 20,000...more

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How Employers Can Prepare for I-9 Audits

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Employers across the United States are legally required to ensure their workforce is authorized to work in the country. Form I-9, officially known as the Employment Eligibility Verification form, is a critical part of this...more

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Preparing for the FY 2026 H-1B Cap Season

USCIS has announced that registration for this year’s H-1B visa lottery will take place between noon (ET) on March 7, 2025, and noon (ET) on March 24, 2025. With adjustments to fees, the selection process, and filing methods,...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

H-1B cap lottery season starts Friday! Seven things employers need to know

It’s that time of year! Registration for the H-1B cap lottery for Fiscal Year 2026 will begin the day after tomorrow: Friday, March 7. Here are seven things that employers need to know....more

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[Webinar] Work Visas in a Shifting Landscape – What’s Changing for Employers in 2025? - March 19th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

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The ever-changing landscape of employment-based immigration continues to pose challenges for U.S. employers. With increased scrutiny on foreign national workers, compliance audits, and evolving nonimmigrant visa policies,...more

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