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United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Immigration Reform Mexico

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 -
Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP

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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August 2025 Visa Bulletin Released: What Employers Need to Know

The Department of State released the August 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

Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP

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

Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP

December 2024 Immigration Visa Bulletin: What Employers Need to Know

The Department of State released the December 2024 Visa Bulletin and USCIS will continue to accept employment-based Adjustment of Status applications based on the more advanced Dates for Filing chart. All employment-based...more

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The Border is Secure! ICE detains Everyone Who Cross the Southern Border

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The New York Times recently reported a new procedure at the border of Mexico for people making attempts to illegally cross into the United States. The number of crossings is the lowest it has been in many years. Everyone is...more

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State Department Now Issues Five-Year TN Visas to Mexican Citizens

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A recent change in visa processing allows Mexican TN visa applicants to receive a five-year visa. Before this change, Mexican citizens were issued a visa valid for only one year. This policy change allows Mexican TN visa...more

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Possible Changes to U.S. Business Immigration Law and Policy Under the New Administration

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This article covers proposed legislation, sub-regulatory changes, and—from a practical standpoint—the process/timing for implementing changes under the new administration. Please note that while legislative immigration...more

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2016/2017 Labor & Employment Observer

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Activist NLRB Created More Problems For All Employers in 2016 - What Happens Under President Trump? During 2016, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or the Board) maintained its generally pro-union, anti-employer...more

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