If our online tools do not provide the help you need, please call the USCIS Contact Center to request an appointment. 22 Feb 23, UNITED STATES 11 May 17, UNITED STATES 22 Feb 21, UNITED STATES Temporary Protected Status reminder for employers. A Path to Confirmation. 19 May 20, UNITED STATES 1 Nov 19, UNITED STATES CIS Ombudsman annual review finds that RFE rates USCIS issues final guidance regarding Simeio Solutions decision, Green cards may be issued without signatures, USCIS returns unselected H-1B cap petitions, White House recommends improvements to legal immigration system. 29 Jul 22, UNITED STATES 4 Mar 15, UNITED STATES 7 Jun 16, UNITED STATES 8 Aug 18, UNITED STATES 3 Mar 20, UNITED STATES During that time, Padilla said, the California native was able to advise on policies and programs and other complex legal issues, calling her understanding of U.S. immigration law and how USCIS functions second to none.. It also issued proposals to charge for asylum applications, limit access to protections at the US border, and deny permanent residency to immigrants who officials believed were likely to use public benefits. 20 Jul 21, UNITED STATES 16 May 19, UNITED STATES Patient Access Site Director II. 13 May 16, UNITED STATES US Consulates in Canada backlogged for summer, APEC business cards available to US citizens, California proposes regs for drivers license law, Two more states approve in-state tuition to DREAMers. 10 Mar 21, UNITED STATES Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. 11 Jan 19, UNITED STATES How Can I Delete My USCIS Online Account? 5 Dec 22, UNITED STATES 23 Jul 18, UNITED STATES The agency is integral to the immigration system, but hasnt had a Senate-confirmed leader in more than two years. Visit the Feedback Opportunities page to share your ideas and comments with USCIS. USCIS issues draft guidance on green card applicants Obama Administration asks Supreme Court to review executive Government offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday. As the Center repeatedly warned in the summer of 2020, a Biden-Harris administration could implement a massive amnesty without congressional action through parole in place. 9 Sep 14, GLOBAL, UNITED STATES 5 Sep 14, UNITED STATES 20 Dec 18, UNITED STATES 13 Jan 23, UNITED STATES 22 Aug 14, UNITED STATES House bill would remove per-country caps on employment-based February 2015 Visa Bulletin: Significant advancement in EB-3 Obama administration requests stakeholder recommendations on immigration improvements. Mr. Johnson executes oversight of ICE's day-to-day operations, leading approximately 20,000 employees including more than 6,800 criminal investigators in Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and . 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USto impose new restrictions on travel from South State Department rescinds prioritization of consular services guidance. 15 Jul 19, UNITED STATES Jaddous responses are now available and shed light on her interpretation of immigration law and how she will run USCIS, if confirmed. 22 Feb 19, UNITED STATES 30 Mar 21, UNITED STATES 27 Jul 18, UNITED STATES 15 Oct 16, UNITED STATES The InfoPass website https://infopass.uscis.gov/ is not active anymore. 10 Jan 17, ISRAEL, UNITED STATES 31 May 16, UNITED STATES Appeals panel: L-1B employment contracts must meet federal, May Visa Bulletin: Modest advancement in most categories, Analysis: Revised H-1B eligibility standards, H-1B cap filing closes as quotas are reached. Similarly, agency policies will be based on favoring certain political allies and ethnic groups. 16 Jun 14, UNITED STATES 18 Dec 19, UNITED STATES 8 Nov 18, UNITED STATES 22 Jun 21, UNITED STATES American Dream and Promise Act passes in House, DOL to propose delaying wage rule for H-1B COVID-19: State Department broadens interview waiver again, April Visa Bulletin: Advancement in key employment-based categories. Proposed DACA regulation under OMB review. Filingmore than 30 days ago andnot yet receivinga receipt notice. 14 Dec 21, UNITED STATES 31 Jul 15, UNITED STATES 23 Jun 15, UNITED STATES 30 Jun 20, UNITED STATES 7 Apr 14, UNITED STATES 18 Dec 15, UNITED STATES 20 Jan 18, UNITED STATES 13 Jan 17, CUBA, UNITED STATES 17 Feb 14, UNITED STATES Review our. or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Jaddou, the daughter of Mexican and Iraqi immigrants, was previously the lead attorney at USCIS during the Obama administration. 27 Aug 18, UNITED STATES Job ID: 2305013377 Date posted: 02/27/2023 Facility: . 28 Jan 21, UNITED STATES 30 Jan 18, UNITED STATES December Visa Bulletin update: Dates for Filing to December Visa Bulletin: Significant regression for India EB-2, State Department launches Afghan family reunification landing page, White House accepts resignation of CBP commissioner. 11 Feb 22, UNITED STATES 1 Apr 22, UNITED STATES 7 Apr 17, NETHERLANDS, UNITED STATES 9 Jun 14, UNITED STATES 19 Oct 18, UNITED STATES Ur has two decades of experience in immigration law, policy, and administration. 4 Feb 16, UNITED STATES Supporters of Jaddou touted her experience and breadth of knowledge about immigration laws and policies. 20 Mar 15, UNITED STATES May Visa Bulletin: EB-3 Philippines to advance 3 USCIS: H-1B petitions top 236,000, lottery completed. 20 Dec 17, UNITED STATES A Trump-era proposal that sought to dramatically expand the number of immigrants required to submit biometrics for their applications, while also increasing the personal information the government can demand, such as eye scans, voiceprints, DNA, and photographs for facial recognition, was also scrapped. 17 Jun 19, UNITED STATES 24 Oct 22, UNITED STATES 17 Jan 18, UNITED STATES 9 Nov 15, GLOBAL, UNITED STATES Reminder: California immigration laws remain in effect despite May Visa Bulletin update: Final Action Dates to USCIS issues first receipts for H-1B cap cases. 14 Sep 18, UNITED STATES 18 Oct 17, UNITED STATES 8 Dec 21, UNITED STATES 5 Jan 21, UNITED STATES Although we will read every email message within two business days,we are not able to respond to each message we receive. 10 Sep 18, UNITED STATES 24 May 21, UNITED STATES April Visa Bulletin Update: Final Action Dates to April Visa Bulletin: EB-3 China to advance by State Department issues updated travel caution. 29 Sep 21, UNITED STATES The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (the 2022 Act) requires USCIS to establish a special fund to be known as the EB-5 Integrity Fund to be primarily used by USCIS in the administration of the Regional Center Program. 8 Apr 21, UNITED STATES 3 Jun 22, UNITED STATES You can also submit questions or comments at any time on any Policy Manual topic by emailing PolicyFeedback@uscis.dhs.govor by clicking the Feedback button that appears at the top of everyPolicy Manualpage. The U.S. Senate on Friday confirmed Ur Jaddou, who was chief counsel for U.S. 17 Mar 22, UNITED STATES Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). 27 Oct 15, UNITED STATES Sixth state joins federal RIDE program enhancing I-9 Visa problems expected to extend into next week, Technical problems plague overseas visa, passport issuance. 5 Dec 17, UNITED STATES USCIS announces H-2B cap hit for second half Podcast: H-1B registration, denial rate; digital nomad visas. Depending on what information we need to respond to your request, wemay forward a service request to the office that is processing your case. 10 Feb 23, UNITED STATES President Joe Biden announced a series of nominations for critical positions throughout the nations federal immigration agencies, including the top positions at U.S. 9 Mar 16, UNITED STATES 12 Oct 18, UNITED STATES ", "As the daughter of hard-working immigrants, Ur understands how immigrant families enrich our country and the challenges they face," Mayorkas said. 27 Jan 17, UNITED STATES 30 Dec 15, UNITED STATES 13 Jul 15, UNITED STATES Latest: USCIS to Start Collecting Fee for EB-5 Integrity Fund; SATACT ; 15 Jan 21, UNITED STATES 11 Nov 19, UNITED STATES 18 Apr 17, UNITED STATES 30 Dec 21, UNITED STATES 14 Jan 19, GERMANY, UNITED STATES 7 Sep 21, UNITED STATES Midnight H-1B strengthening rule likely to be withdrawn Biden initiates wide-ranging immigration changes on Day 1 Trump order ending Brazil, Europe travel bans unlikely USCIS to suspend in-person services due to safety ICE creates new unit to investigate Optional Practical COVID-19: US to extend nonessential travel ban with COVID-19: Inbound air travelers must show negative test Labor Department to issue new H-1B, PERM wage Acting DHS secretary announces resignation, H-1B wage-prioritization regulation posted today. 16 Jul 19, UNITED STATES 13 Jan 17, UNITED STATES COVID-19: Trump issues proclamation suspending entry of immigrant COVID-19: Closure of Trusted Traveler enrollment centers extended Trump announces plans to restrict green card applicants BAL Analysis: Trump announces intent to sign executive COVID-19: US, Canada, Mexico to extend restrictions on USCIS now accepting requests from visa-waived travelers for USCIS reiterates existing authorities to excuse untimely filings, USCIS announces delays to H-1B cap processing, USCIS Vermont Service Center temporarily closed. 4 Jun 19, UNITED STATES ICE to bar new, initial students at fully Executive order targets hiring practices in federal contracts. 3 Dec 20, UNITED STATES March Visa Bulletin: USCIS to use Final Action Congress passes budget, president declares national emergency. The committee heard from five other nominees over the 3 1/2-hour session, limiting the questioning of Jaddou, as most of the panels time and attention focused on Bidens nominees to lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, David Chipman, and the Drug Enforcement Administration, Anne Milgram. 1 May 20, UNITED STATES Berta Cassidy provided the USCIS updates and Amanda St. Jean provided the EOIR updates, follow up by questions. 9 Mar 20, UNITED STATES 13 May 15, UNITED STATES 14 Jul 21, UNITED STATES 10 Nov 21, UNITED STATES By Email. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Ur Jaddou, has for the agency.. 1 Jun 22, UNITED STATES UK citizens to be eligible for Global Entry Update on F-1 OPT regulation and litigation, Diversity Lottery registration closes Nov. 3, DHS releases proposed STEM extension form. 22 Mar 21, UNITED STATES 12 Jul 22, UNITED STATES DHS extends COVID-19 vaccination requirements for land, ferry Biden announces Uniting for Ukraine humanitarian parole program. On Friday, Grassley voted against confirming Jaddou to her post. 24 Mar 20, UNITED STATES 12 Jul 21, UNITED STATES Director U.S. OIG: Secret Service and ICE Did Not Always Adhere to Statute and Policies Governing Use of Cell-Site Simulators, OIG Finds Violations of ICE Detention Standards at Richwood Correctional Center in Louisiana, GAO: State Should Fully Evaluate International Partners Capacity to Combat Cybercrime, Domestic Terrorism Incidents Increase by More Than 300 Percent, Merchant Marine Academy in Disrepair as Supply Chain Weathers Record-High Ocean Freight, Two Pakistani Nationals Extradited to the United States to Face Drug Charges in the Southern District of New York, Florida Resident Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba, Federal Agencies Identified Some Threats but Failed to Fully Process and Share Information Prior to Capitol Attack. Prevailing wage determinations taking longer than normal. In response to questions from the senators, Jaddou said that as USCIS director she would work with the attorneys and the agency to understand any parole proposal and who it could apply to, which would be done on a case-by-case basis. 6 Apr 17, UNITED STATES 20 Mar 20, UNITED STATES 1 Nov 18, UNITED STATES Temporary Protected Status to be extended for South DHS temporarily extends temporary protected status for 4 USCIS: H-1B denials, RFEs have risen sharply. 22 Jul 22, UNITED STATES Senate confirmation, and their prospects are uncertain. 30 Nov 18, UNITED STATES 21 Apr 21, UNITED STATES The nominations are the clearest sign yet of the Biden administrations commitment to ending all of the gains made by the Trump administration. 27 Jan 23, UNITED STATES Biden stripped Title 42 restrictions for unaccompanied alien children, setting off a chain reaction that created the ongoing UAC surge at our border. "It is my honor to congratulate Ur Mendoza Jaddou on her confirmation as Director of United States Citizenship and Immigration . 1 Jul 19, UNITED STATES 25 Mar 21, UNITED STATES 2 Jun 17, UNITED STATES Russia added to the Homeless Nationalities list, immigrant Visa-free travel now available to Croatian nationals. 19 Jan 21, UNITED STATES In the midst of an ongoing immigration surge and security and humanitarian crisis, President Biden tapped an anti-enforcement advocate with zero federal immigration experience to run the federal agency responsible for enforcing border security. Congress set to reauthorize several immigration programs this October Visa Bulletin: Revised visa bulletin introduced, creating Employment authorization and resident cards backlogged, Increased delays anticipated during Labor Day weekend, FBI clearances delayed by technical problems. USCIS requests input on Form I-9 remote document COVID-19: White House provides details on plan to BAL recommends improved immigration policies in comment to CDC confirms U.S. will accept vaccines recognized by DHS extends land travel bans, will permit vaccinated Employment authorization implemented for Hong Kong residents covered Court orders State Department to issue 2020 Diversity COVID-19: US to allow fully vaccinated foreign nationals November Visa Bulletin: Advancement in most EB-2 categories, DHS to allow vaccinated individuals to cross land Diversity Visa 2023 registration now open, Investment, revenue thresholds increased for International Entrepreneur program, COVID-19: Vaccination required for immigration medical examinations, Croatia to be added to visa waiver program. To provide feedback on any of our engagements, areas of concern, or requests for additional information, visit ourFeedback Opportunitiespage. 5 Oct 20, UNITED STATES 5 Jun 17, UNITED STATES 3 Apr 17, UNITED STATES 24 Oct 16, UNITED STATES 18 Oct 19, UNITED STATES 9 Nov 20, UNITED STATES 10 Nov 14, CHINA, UNITED STATES Entrepreneur rule sent to OMB for review, could Fourth Circuit upholds halt to Trump Executive Order, Biometrics appointments booked up, delays possible, USCIS warns of new scam targeting immigrants, Photo requirements strictly enforced at Chinese consulates. 22 Aug 22, UNITED STATES 12 May 22, UNITED STATES 3 Mar 22, UNITED STATES 4 Nov 20, UNITED STATES 25 May 17, UNITED KINGDOM, UNITED STATES H-1B rules on worksite changes remain in place U.S. State Department provides guidance for transferring immigrant H-1B registrants can now access myUSCIS registrant accounts. AR Management Operations Senior Director - Remote. 29 Aug 16, UNITED STATES 21 Oct 21, UNITED STATES COVID-19: US extends land travel bans with Canada USCIS announces withdrawal of rule that sought to Visa Bulletin update: Final Action Dates to be June Visa Bulletin: Significant advancement in key employment-based BAL recommends improved immigration policies, processes in comment White House rescinds 2019 health insurance proclamation. 3 Dec 15, UNITED STATES (LockA locked padlock) 17 Nov 14, CHINA, UNITED STATES support increasing overall levels of immigration to the United States. The Senate on Friday voted in favor of President Joe Bidens nomination of attorney Ur Jaddou to lead U.S. 14 Oct 16, UNITED STATES 14 Nov 18, UNITED STATES 27 Jun 14, UNITED STATES picks are the wrong people at the wrong time. 10 Apr 19, UNITED STATES 22 Apr 16, UNITED STATES 28 Sep 16, TURKEY, UNITED STATES To contact the reporter on this story: Genevieve Douglas in Washington at gdouglas@bloomberglaw.com, To contact the editors responsible for this story: Andrew Harris at aharris@bloomberglaw.com; Travis Tritten at ttritten@bgov.com, Learn more about a Bloomberg Law subscription, (Updated with additional reporting from the hearing), Visa Backlog, Budget Issues Await Immigration Agency Nominee (1), Republicans criticize parole policies during prior role.