As we move into the winter recess, we know that many of our faculty and staff are travelling internationally for the holidays. Each time a foreign national enters the U.S., except for occasional land crossings, a new I-94 record of entry is generated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. It is essential that you check…Continue Reading TRAVEL TIP – Send us your I-94s!
Year: 2018
New USCIS Policy Guidance for Issuing Requests for Evidence / Denials
In a policy memorandum dated 07/13/18, the USCIS communicated new guidance regarding the issuance of Requests for Evidence (RFEs) for petitions and applications received as of 09/11/18. The guidance allows case adjudicators to use their discretion when determining whether to issue a Request for Evidence, or to deny a case outright, if it lacks “required…Continue Reading New USCIS Policy Guidance for Issuing Requests for Evidence / Denials
USCIS Premium Processing Fee Increases effective October 1
Beginning October 1, 2018, the Premium Processing fee for I-129 and I-140 petitions increased to $1,410. Please be sure to use this updated amount when requesting department checks. https://www.uscis.gov/news/news-releases/uscis-adjusting-premium-processing-fee…Continue Reading USCIS Premium Processing Fee Increases effective October 1