The Trump Administration has made clear plans and definitive steps toward stronger immigration enforcement both within our borders and directly at our borders and embassies/consulates. This includes unprecedented agreement between DHS and the Internal Revenue Service to share information thereby allowing DHS to locate and prosecute individuals without proper legal status. Beyond these high-profile stories,… [Read More]
Client Advisory: Renewal of H-1B Visa Stamp within the U.S.
The Department of State announced that, beginning on January 29, 2024, and ending on April 1, 2024, certain H-1B applicants will be eligible to renew their H-1B visa stamp without having to travel internationally to a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Eligible applicants will apply through an online portal found at: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visa/employment/domestic-renewal.html To be eligible for… [Read More]
Top 4 Essential Strategies for Schools and Districts to Prepare for 2024-2025: Addressing Open Requisitions and Embracing Global Recruitment
As schools and districts nationwide grapple with a deluge of open requisitions and the ongoing struggle to find qualified candidates, it’s time to take proactive steps to ensure your institution’s success. In this blog post, we’ll unveil the top 4 strategies that your school or district should be embracing to prepare for the upcoming academic… [Read More]
FordMurray Releases Updated Higher Education Employer’s Guide for 2023
FordMurray has recently updated their comprehensive Immigration Guide for Institutions of Higher Education for 2023. This guide can help assist higher education institutions in navigating the process of hiring foreign faculty and staff. This updated 56-page Guide, a companion resource to our SEVP Certification and Compliance Guide, presents a holistic overview of visa and green… [Read More]
FordMurray Releases 2022 H-1B Employers Guide
FordMurray has released an updated H-1B Employers Guide in time for the upcoming cap registration period. This Guide was developed to provide Human Resource Leaders, Technical Recruiters, In-House Counsel, and Hiring Managers with the necessary tools for understanding this specific visa category, the process, and strategies for when and how to use this visa in… [Read More]
FY2023 H-1B Alternatives
The H-1B Registration period ended on March 18th and the H-1B Lottery Selection period has begun. Currently, we are seeing about a 27% selection rate among all filers. This suggests one of two things: (1) either the number of applicants is up for this fiscal year; or (2) USCIS is only partially into the selection… [Read More]
H-1B Pro Tip – You Should Register an Employee for H-1B Lottery even if they Have Time Left on F-1 EAD
F-1 OPT provides a valuable on-ramp for employers who use the H-1B visa and H-1B visa lottery to fill specialty occupations in their company. Upon graduation from a U.S. college or university, foreign students on an F-1 visa can receive OPT work authorization for 12 months – with a potential for a 24-month extension for… [Read More]
H-1B Video: Are Employers Responsible for All H-1B Fees?
Employers often ask if they are responsible for all the fees associated with an H-1B petition. The short answer is: yes, but it’s not that simple. Learn more in this video by FordMurray founding partner Russell Ford, part of our video series exploring frequently asked questions during the H-1B process. Questions? Employers can request a… [Read More]
H-1B Video: Should Employers Enter a Sponsorship Agreement with H-1B Petitioner?
In our H-1B Video series, FordMurray founding partner Russell Ford answers questions commonly asked by employers during the H-1B petition process. One recurring question is whether employers can enter a sponsorship agreement to protect the employer’s investment. Russell explores options for employers and the semantic reality of sponsorship agreements in this short video. Questions? Employers… [Read More]
H-1B Video: When Should Employers Add Multiple Sites to an H-1B Petition
Including multiple worksites in the initial H-1B petition can provide flexibility for employers and H-1B employees, and can save thousands of dollars in refiling fees for amended petitions. Many employers who would have never considered multiple locations should look at whether work from home policies during the COVID era impact their policies. FordMurray founding partner… [Read More]
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