USCIS Update: USCIS Implements New Rules for H-1B and H-2 Visa Programs
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The highly anticipated updates to the H-1B and H-2 visa programs are now in effect! Employers and applicants must take note of the new regulations to ensure compliance and take advantage of the streamlined processes.
Key Updates:
? Modernized H-1B Program: Enhanced flexibility for employers, improved retention of skilled workers, and increased program oversight to ensure integrity.
? Enhanced H-2 Program: Strengthened worker protections, penalties for prohibited fees, and greater flexibility for H-2A and H-2B workers.
? Revised Form I-129: As of now, USCIS accepts only the latest edition (01/17/25) of Form I-129 for filing petitions. Any petitions using the previous form (04/01/24) will be rejected.
These changes reflect USCIS’s commitment to modernizing visa programs, ensuring compliance, and addressing the evolving needs of employers and workers in the U.S.
Employers, legal practitioners, and applicants should familiarize themselves with these updates and ensure all petitions comply with the latest regulations.
Learn more about these important updates: USCIS Newsroom
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