Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement for Air Passengers from PRC entering US

As of January 5, 2023, airline passengers traveling from mainland China, Hong Kong, or Macau must provide either a negative COVID test or documentation of COVID recovery in order to travel to the United States. The new provision will apply to airline… Read More
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Categories: Immigration Blog

Edgerton Immigration Law Receives Tier 1 Ranking in Immigration Law for Raleigh, NC

We are happy to announce that Edgerton Immigration Law has received a Tier 1 ranking for Immigration Law in Raleigh, North Carolina by U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” 2023 edition. The Best Law Firm ranking is based upon a… Read More
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Diversity Lottery Starts on October 5, 2022

The registration for the Diversity Visa Lottery, also known as the Green Card Lottery, opens on October 5, 2022. Prospective entrants have until Tuesday, November 8, 2022 to register online at the State Department’s official lottery website. Th… Read More
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Categories: Immigration Blog

House Passes Bill that May Benefit Immigrants in STEM Fields and Entrepreneurs in Start-Ups

The House of Representatives recently passed the America Creating Opportunities for Manufacturing, Pre-Eminence in Technology, and Economic Strength Act (known as the America COMPETES Act of 2022). The bill is designed to improve U.S. competitiveness… Read More
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Laura Edgerton Speaks on National Interest Waiver Panel

In February, Laura Edgerton was invited by the Division of Academic and Student Affairs at NC State University to speak about the National Interest Waiver. The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is one method by which qualifying individuals can apply for… Read More
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Department of Homeland Security Designates Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

In response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an 18-month Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Ukraine, to take effect upon publication of an upcoming Federal Register notice. A coun… Read More
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New L and E Admission Codes Announced for Spouses Wanting to Work "Incident to Status"

On November 12, 2021, USCIS updated its Policy Manual to confirm that E and L spouses are authorized to work “incident to status.” As a result, the government confirmed that E and L spouses will no longer need to apply for an employment a… Read More
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U.S. Reopens Border to COVID-19 Vaccinated Travelers

After more than a year and a half, the United States is once again welcoming non-essential travel, with proof of vaccination and a negative COVID test taken within three days of their travel date. All international travelers, including U.S. citizens… Read More
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USCIS Commemorates Veterans Day with Special Naturalization Ceremonies

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas will administer the Oath of Allegiance and provide congratulatory remarks to 17 veterans and active-duty members of the military originating from Cameroon, China, El Salvador, Germany, L… Read More
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Regional Travel Bans Rescinded, Replaced with Vaccination Requirement for Nonimmigrant International Travel

Starting November 8, 2021, Covid-19 travel bans will be rescinded by Presidential Proclamation. The new requirement will be a Covid-19 vaccination requirement for international air travel for nonimmigrant travelers to the U.S. The previous travel ban… Read More
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Categories: Immigration Blog