by John Moran, Enterprise Account Executive at VISANOW
by John Moran, Enterprise Account Executive at VISANOW
Topics: For Human Resources Professionals, Work-Based Visas, Immigration Blog
Since it was first proposed in the U.S. Senate in 2001, the DREAM Act (Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act) has held the promise of a better life for undocumented immigrants in the U.S. The special path to citizenship for DREAMers in the 2013 immigration reform bill is being proclaimed the "best version yet" with more immigrants standing to benefit than ever before.
Topics: Deferred Action (DACA) Updates, Immigration Reform Updates, Immigration Blog
Deferred action is a broad term used by U.S. immigration offices, and it can apply to many different individuals' situations. According to the USCIS, deferred action is (in general) "a discretionary determination to defer removal action of an individual as an act of prosecutorial discretion.
VISANOW-retained attorneys have worked with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) applicants who have mistakenly believed that they entered the U.S. without permission.
We hear it every day: "I want to apply for DACA, but I'm afraid I'll be denied because I have a criminal record. What do I do?"
Last week, the Senate "Gang of Eight officially released their proposal for comprehensive immigration reform. Immigrants and immigration advocates are already discussing the possibility of a new path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, but it is important to remember that no new immigration laws have passed yet.
Topics: Deferred Action (DACA) Updates, Immigration Reform Updates, Immigration Blog
1.76 million undocumented immigrants are estimated to qualify for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) since the bill was passed in June 2012, but a majority of those 1.76 million have not taken the steps to apply for this opportunity to live in the United States without fear of deportation. Many have not yet applied because of fears surrounding the application and approval process. We outlined many of the fears about applying to DACA previously on our blog.
After months of congressional and industry negotiations behind closed doors, details regarding the proposed immigration reform bill are finally being revealed. Of course, nothing is set in stone and the terms of immigration reform could change significantly by the time a bill is passed and signed (if that even occurs). With that in mind, below are significant changes that will affect our clients and foreign national employees.
Topics: Immigration Reform Updates, Work-Based Visas, Immigration Blog
by Caroline Tang, VISANOW's Senior Manager of Legal Services
Topics: Work-Based Visas, Personal and Family Visas, Immigration Blog