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12/12/2025

On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the administration of President Donald Trump launched the “Trump Gold Card” visa initiative, creating a premium-fee option for non-U.S. citizens to obtain expedited residency approval. Learn more about it on our blog.

On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the administration of President Donald Trump launched the “Trump Gold Card” visa initiative, creating a premium-fee option for non-U.S. citizens to obtain expedited residency approval.

12/06/2025

On December 3, 2025, the Department of State announced that, starting December 15, all applicants for H-1B visas — along with their dependents on H-4 visas — will be subject to the same “online presence review” that had already been extended earlier in 2025 to F, M, and J visa applicants (including F-1 students).

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On December 3, 2025, the Department of State announced that, starting December 15, all applicants for H-1B visas — along with their dependents on H-4 visas — will be subject to the same “online presence review” that had already been extended earlier in 2025 to F, M, and J visa applicants (in...

07/21/2025

The U.S. marriage-based Green Card interview is one of the most critical steps in the immigration process for spouses of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducts this interview prior to adjudicating your case to determine whether your marriage is genuine and not entered into solely for immigration purposes.

At Verma Law Firm, we’ve successfully guided hundreds of couples through the Green Card application and interview process, and preparation is key. Below, we’ve outlined what to expect and how to best prepare for your Green Card marriage interview.

The U.S. marriage-based Green Card interview is one of the most critical steps in the immigration process for spouses of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducts this interview prior to adjudicating your case to determine whether your ma...

12/04/2024

At Verma Law Firm, we have successfully filed numerous L-1A applications for our clients who are looking to grow their U.S. operations by transferring qualified executives or managers from one of their affiliated foreign offices.

At Verma Law Firm, we have successfully filed numerous L-1A applications for our clients who are looking to grow their U.S. operations by transferring qualified executives or managers from one of their affiliated foreign offices.

11/05/2024

On April 1, 2024, USCIS began accepting electronic submissions for all H-1B petitions, which allows employers to file paperless H-1B petitions through their online myUSCIS platform. USCIS launched organizational accounts earlier this year as part of their efforts to streamline the online filing process, which allows company groups to collaborate with their legal representatives on preparing, reviewing, and submitting H-1B petitions.

Starting April 1, 2024, USCIS accepts electronic H-1B petitions through myUSCIS, streamlining the filing process for employers. Learn about the benefits, including instant receipt notices, reduced fees, and fewer mistakes. Find out how to set up a company account for online H-1B submissions.

10/22/2024

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced significant immigration relief measures for Lebanese nationals currently residing in the United States. These measures include the designation of Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and the provision of Deferred Enforced Departure (DED), offering eligible Lebanese nationals the opportunity to remain in the U.S. and request work authorization.

Learn about new protections for Lebanese nationals in the U.S., including Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Enforced Departure (DED), allowing eligible individuals to stay and work temporarily. Contact Verma Law Firm for assistance.

08/20/2024

Starting August 19, 2024, USCIS is launching Form I-131F, the new Application for Parole in Place for Certain Noncitizen Spouses and Stepchildren of U.S. Citizens.

The new process will consider on a case-by-case basis, requests for certain noncitizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens who have been continuously physically present without admission or parole in the United States for 10 years or more; have no disqualifying criminal convictions; and do not pose a threat to national security and public safety to be eligible for adjustment of status to US Lawful Permanent Residence status.

Starting August 19, 2024, USCIS is launching Form I-131F, the new Application for Parole in Place for Certain Noncitizen Spouses and Stepchildren of U.S. Citizens.

04/05/2024

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently issued significant policy guidance regarding the validity period of Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. This updated guidance, effective from April 4, brings pivotal changes to the evidentiary value of medical examinations for immigration purposes.

Stay updated on the latest USCIS guidance regarding the validity period of Form I-693 for immigration medical examinations on Verma Law Firm blog.

02/19/2024

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced a new final rule to reinforce the integrity of the H-1B visa registration process. This rule aims to minimize fraud by ensuring that each candidate has an equal chance of being selected.

https://www.avlawoffice.com/blog-news/2024/february/uscis-announces-updates-to-h-1b-lottery-for-2025/

02/07/2024

The Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 introduced provisions to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), allowing abused nonimmigrant spouses to apply for employment authorization if they entered the United States as the spouse of an A, E-3, G, or H nonimmigrant.

The Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 introduced provisions to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), allowing abused nonimmigrant spouses to apply for employment authorization if they entered the United States as the spouse of an A, E-3, G, or H nonimm...

11/13/2023

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially launched, as of October 19th, a new travel authorization process for Israeli citizens and nationals looking to travel to the U.S. for short-term visits without a visa.

Read our blog to explore the latest update from DHS on visa-free travel for Israeli citizens to the U.S. Call Verma Law Firm for info on how this may affect you.