Why Are EB-1 Visas Important? The EB-1 immigrant visa classifications are crucial pathways for employers to sponsor exceptional talent from around the world. They are especially valuable for individuals who were not selected in the H-1B lottery, offering an alternative route to work and reside permanently in the United States. The EB-1 category is known […]
Understanding the Change Historically, the O-1 visa has been a flexible and accessible option for companies looking to sponsor exceptional foreign talent in the United States. However, a USCIS memorandum issued on January 21, 2022, confirms that the agency has overhauled its adjudication process for both O-1A (extraordinary ability in sciences, education, business, or athletics)
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Expanded Scope of O-1B MPTV Category One of the most notable changes is the expansion of the O-1B MPTV category. USCIS now includes “streaming movies, web series, commercials, and other programs with formats that correspond to more traditional motion picture and television productions” under this classification. Additionally, the O-1B MPTV category applies when the beneficiary
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In late October 2023, President Joe Biden issued the Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. According to the White House, this order sets new standards for AI safety and security, protects Americans’ privacy, advances equity and civil rights, supports consumers and workers, promotes innovation and competition, and
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What Has Changed? USCIS has issued new policy guidance that adopts the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) definition of “science or art” for Schedule A, Group II cases. But what does this mean for those looking to immigrate under these categories? Schedule A Occupations: A Quick Overview First, let’s understand what Schedule A occupations are.
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