Bay Immigration Law

02/23/2024

Premium Processing fee is going up next Monday, February 26! There are more changes to the fees that will go into effect on April 1st. Stay tuned!

07/31/2023

📢 USCIS Update: A Second Lottery for H-1B CAP FY 2024 was run!

In March 2023, USCIS conducted the initial random selection for the fiscal year (FY) 2024 H-1B cap, including beneficiaries eligible for the advanced degree exemption. Only those with selected registrations are eligible to file H-1B cap-subject petitions. The filing period for selected registrations was from April 1 to June 30, 2023.

🔜 Now, USCIS has conducted a second selection process to fill FY 2024 numerical allocations. Additional registrations were randomly chosen from the previously submitted electronic registrations.

🗓 Once completed, USCIS will notify all prospective petitioners with selected registrations, granting them eligibility to file an H-1B cap-subject petition for the beneficiary named in the selected registration.

📧 Those selected will have their myUSCIS accounts updated with a selection notice, containing important details on when and where to file.

✅ If selected in this second lottery for this H-1B fiscal year, USCIS must receive the full H-1B petition between 08/02/2023 and 10/31/2023.

Stay tuned for further updates and good luck to all the applicants!🍀 Please reach out to us if you have any questions!!

06/06/2023

What a fantastic way to kick off the week! We are thrilled to announce another speedy EB-1 approval, achieved without the need for an interview. The entire AOS (Adjustment of Status) process was exceptionally seamless and hassle-free. Our team submitted the case to USCIS in December 2022, and it was approved during the first week of June 2023.

We take pride in delivering exceptional service to our clients and ensuring a smooth immigration experience.⭐️

05/30/2023

Check out a new article featuring Yana
Albercht, our amazing Managing Partner at Bay Immigration Law.
An inspiring journey of Yana and the remarkable accomplishments of Bay Immigration Law, reminding us all that innovation knows no boundaries and success can be achieved at any stage of life!

05/30/2023

Our amazing Managing Partner, Yana Albrecht, was featured in May issue of the CXO Outlook magazine that was dedicated to ‘10 Most Inspiring Business Women - 2023’.

Silicon Valley is known for being at the forefront of technological innovation and entrepreneurship. However, with new businesses come new challenges, particularly in the realm of legal issues. Located in Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley,” Bay Immigration Law represents mult...

05/22/2023

It’s been a while since we have done FAQ about visas so here is one about O-1 visa to kick off the week!

It's important to note that immigration laws and requirements can change over time, so please reach out to us with any questions or refer to the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website for the most up-to-date information regarding the O-1 visa process.

05/16/2023

🌍 F-1 students, don't forget your annual vacation! After completing a school year, talk to your designated school official (DSO) to confirm your eligibility and get your Form I-20 signed if you plan to travel outside the US. If you're not eligible for vacation or taking it at a different time, ensure you enroll in a full course of study. Remember, if your program is complete, you have 60 days to leave the US, unless you're starting a new program, engaged in practical training, or on cap gap. Check with your DSO or an immigration attorney for more details. ✈️📚

05/03/2023

Great news! The Biden-Harris Administration announced yesterday, May 1st, that they will end COVID-19 vaccination requirement for international air travelers! DHS also announced that they will start the process to end their vaccination requirements for Head Start educators, CMS-certified healthcare facilities, and certain noncitizens at the land of border. More information is expected to be released in the next couple of days.

05/01/2023

As expected, USCIS has received enough electronic registrations to fill the H-1B numerical allocations for FY 2024 (including the master's cap). The electronic registration process, introduced during Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 has reduced paperwork, data exchange, and overall costs for petitioning employers and USCIS. This electronic lottery has resulted in a significant increase in the number of registrations submitted during the FY 2024 H-1B registration period compared to previous years. USCIS saw upward trends in FY 2022 and FY 2023 as well, with the highest registration rates in FY 2024.

If you didn't get selected in the H-1B lottery this year, don't worry! There are other visa options available such as E-2, F-1, O-1, and employment-based options like EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3. Keep exploring your options and reach out to us with any questions!

04/11/2023

Tune in this Thursday, April 13th, to learn more about alternative options if you didn’t get selected in the H-1B lottery. Our senior attorneys along with the managing partner will talk about talent and entrepreneurship visas as well as family immigration!

04/03/2023

Happy Monday! Save this post for your reference as it has a full list of nonimmigrant visas in alphabetical order 🤓

03/29/2023

USCIS has recently temporary increased the automatic extension period for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to 540 days. Swipe left to see if you qualify! Also, applicable to those who are in E and L-1 status.