News Alert: Trump Administration Reinstates and Expands Travel Restrictions Effective June 9th 2025
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News Alert: Trump Administration Reinstates and Expands Travel Restrictions Effective June 9th 2025

The Trump administration issues travel restrictions affecting citizens of Afghanistan, Burma, Burundi, Chad, Republic of Congo, Cuba, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Laos, Libya, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Togo, Turkmenistan, Venezuela, and Yemen from entering the U.S. effective on Monday, June 9th 2025. Find out more in our News Alert.

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What is adjustment of status? How do I apply for a green card while in the United States?
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What is adjustment of status? How do I apply for a green card while in the United States?

Navigating the path to permanent residency in the U.S. can feel complex, but for those already present in the country, a process known as Adjustment of Status offers a streamlined route to obtaining a Green Card. This means you may be able to become a lawful permanent resident without the need to return to your home country for visa processing. Find out more in our blog post.

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Success Stories: O-1 artist visa renewal approved for Indian Illustrator and Surface Designer at USCIS
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Success Stories: O-1 artist visa renewal approved for Indian Illustrator and Surface Designer at USCIS

We recently received an approval for an O-1 Visa Renewal for an Indian National who is an Illustrator and Surface Designer. It was approved without a request for additional evidence and granted for the full three years requested. Congratulations to our artist client and her U.S. petitioner!

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FAQ: ¿Cuál es el requisito de registro de extranjeros vigente a partir del 11 de abril de 2025?
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FAQ: ¿Cuál es el requisito de registro de extranjeros vigente a partir del 11 de abril de 2025?

El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) de Estados Unidos publicó una nueva regla que entra en vigor hoy, 11 de abril de 2025, que exige que las personas registren su presencia y proporcionen sus huellas dactilares si permanecen en los Estados Unidos durante 30 días o más. Descubra quién debe registrarse, cómo hacerlo y más en nuestra Alerta de Noticias.

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FAQ: What is the new Alien Registration Requirement?
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FAQ: What is the new Alien Registration Requirement?

UPDATED: April 1, 2025

On March 31, 2025, a coalition of immigration advocacy groups filed a lawsuit blocking the implementation of the Alien Registration Rule. Learn more in our updated blog post.

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On March 12, 2025, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a new rule requiring individuals to register their presence and provide their fingerprints if they are in the U.S. for 30 days or more. Find out who needs to register, how to register, and more in our FAQ.

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Alerta: Estatus de protección temporal para venezolanos cancelado por el Secretario de Seguridad Nacional Noem
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Alerta: Estatus de protección temporal para venezolanos cancelado por el Secretario de Seguridad Nacional Noem

El 28 de enero de 2025, la Secretaria de Seguridad Nacional, Kristi Noem, anuló el aviso del 17 de enero de 2025 que extendía una designación de Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS) para Venezuela. El departamento volverá a la guía de extensión y redesignación de TPS que se anunció en octubre de 2023. Posteriormente, el 1 de febrero de 2025, la Secretaria Noem decidió rescindir también el TPS bajo la designación de 2023, lo que significa que el TPS y los beneficios relacionados asociados con la designación de 2023 finalizarán el 7 de abril de 2025. Obtenga más información en nuestra Alerta de noticias.

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