No More Opt for F-1 International Students
The future of OPT for F-1 students is uncertain. A proposed change from the new administration could eliminate post-graduation work opportunities for international students, threatening career goals, university enrollment, and billions in economic contributions.
What Happens if Your H-1B Is Terminated?
If your H-1B employment is unexpectedly terminated, you don’t have to leave the U.S. right away. Learn about the 60-day grace period and your options for staying in legal status—from transferring employers to changing visa status or applying for a green card.
Understanding the J-1 Visa Waiver Process for Foreign Medical Graduates
Do you want to apply for a J-1 visa waiver to avoid the two-year home residency requirement? If so, here is everything you need to know about applying for this waiver and the requirements you must meet.
How to Bring Your Fiancé(e) to the U.S.: K-1 Visa Step-by-Step Guide
Do you want to bring your fiancé to the United States to get a green card? If so, here is everything you need to know about the K-1 visa application process, who is eligible, and common mistakes to avoid.
Alien Registration Is Effective
U.S. Immigration Law Counsel is here to help you navigate the 2025 alien registration requirement—who it affects, how to comply, and what’s at stake.
Labor Certification (PERM) Processing Time: What You Need to Know in 2025
Do you want to work in the United States with an employment-based green card? If so, here is everything you need to know about PERM labor certification and why this is so important for work-based visas.
Common H-1B Visa Mistakes and How to Avoid a Denial
Do you want to apply for an H-1B visa so you can work in the U.S? If so, here is everything you need to know about how to avoid H-1B visa mistakes for the best chance of approval.
EB-2 vs. EB-3 Visa: Which Employment-Based Pathway Is Right for You?
Do you want to immigrate to the United States through employment-based immigration and later become a citizen? If so, here is everything you need to know about applying for an EB-2 visa or an EB-3 visa.
Understanding US Asylum Eligibility and the Application Process
Do you want to gain asylum status in the United States? If so, here is everything you need to know about the U.S. asylum eligibility criteria and how the application process works.
CBP Officers Have the Right To Go Through Your Phone and Electronics if You Come Through a Port of Entry at the Airport
Privacy is a fundamental right in the U.S., but in immigration matters, it is not always guaranteed—especially when it comes to rules governing entry into the country.