Uscis news

Here are some recent news updates from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS):

News and Announcements

  1. Extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti: USCIS has extended TPS for eligible Haitian nationals through July 29, 2024.
  2. New Policy on Requesting Evidence: USCIS has updated its policy on requesting evidence from petitioners and applicants, effective March 11, 2023.
  3. Changes to the H-1B Cap Selection Process: USCIS has announced changes to the H-1B cap selection process, including the use of a random lottery system to select petitions.
  4. New Form I-9: USCIS has released a new version of the Employment Eligibility Verification form (Form I-9), which must be used starting May 1, 2023.
  5. Extension of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA): USCIS has extended the DACA program through July 31, 2024.

Policy Updates

  1. Public Charge Rule: USCIS has updated its policy on the public charge rule, which affects the eligibility of certain immigrants for a green card.
  2. Asylum Eligibility: USCIS has updated its policy on asylum eligibility, including the definition of "persecution" and the standard for determining eligibility.
  3. H-1B Visa Policy: USCIS has updated its policy on H-1B visas, including the definition of "specialty occupation" and the requirements for H-1B petitions.

Filing Tips and Reminders

  1. Filing Fees: USCIS has increased filing fees for many immigration benefits, including green card applications and naturalization petitions.
  2. Biometric Services Fee: USCIS has introduced a new biometric services fee for certain immigration applications and petitions.
  3. E-Filing: USCIS encourages applicants and petitioners to file electronically, as it is faster and more secure than paper filing.
  4. Check Your Case Status: USCIS reminds applicants and petitioners to check their case status online or through the USCIS mobile app.

Other News

  1. USCIS Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: USCIS has recognized the contributions and achievements of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the United States.
  2. USCIS Partners with Non-Profits to Support Immigrant Integration: USCIS has partnered with non-profit organizations to provide language training, job placement, and other services to help immigrants integrate into American society.

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive. It's always a good idea to check the official USCIS website for the latest information and updates.