Sponsoring a foreign national for an employment-based green card is a great way to retain skilled talent. However, for most green card categories (including EB-2 and EB-3), employers are required to complete a rigorous PERM labor certification process. This important step, which must be completed before starting the green card process, helps the U.S. government make sure no U.S. citizens are available to fill the role.
Topics: Immigration Blog, HR Tips
Currently, there are 5.2 million undocumented immigrants that qualify for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Deferred Action for Parental Accountability (DAPA). Out of that large population group, the Center for American Progress (CAP) estimates 3.7 million are presently in the labor force. CAP recently conducted a study reviewing how deferred action affects undocumented immigrants’ earnings. The findings? It leads to higher wages!
Topics: Immigration Blog, Immigration News
DACA’s protected status benefit has opened a world of educational opportunities that allow you to move forward with your goals. In order to make your dreams a reality, you need to finance your education by applying for grants and scholarships.
Topics: Immigration Blog, Education
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) grants young undocumented immigrants a chance to legally work in the U.S while being protected from deportation. In order to qualify, applicants must meet a variety of criteria, which includes strict criminal history restrictions that aim to disqualify any applicants that may pose a threat to national security.
Topics: Immigration Blog, Immigration Tips
Topics: Deferred Action (DACA) Updates, Immigration Reform Updates, Immigration Blog
If you were approved for deferred action, it may be time to apply for DACA renewal.
Topics: Deferred Action (DACA) Updates, Personal and Family Visas, Immigration Blog
Topics: For Human Resources Professionals, Work-Based Visas, Immigration Blog
The Bureau of Consular Affairs has released the Visa Bulletin for April 2014.
Topics: Work-Based Visas, Personal and Family Visas, Immigration Blog
