On November 10, 2014, USCIS updated its web-site. The new web-site retains the overall white background, but can be distinguished because it reduces the use of the color green in its design, and now has the logo of the Department of Homeland Security in grey...
The U.S. Department of State adjusted the consular services fees for 11 immigrant and non-immigrant visas. The fee changes took effect on September 12, 2014 and include a reduction to employment-based applications from $405 to $345. The Department of State reports that it regularly evaluates...
The NVC is issuing notices to EB-5 investors after filing Packet 3 Documents warning of increased document review times. The letter notes that this delay is due to an increase in the number of approved I-526 visa petitions from USCIS. NVC is experiencing increased review times...
In February of 2014, USCIS made the public aware of a new USCIS service that allowed persons to electronically file I-526 visa petitions. The USCIS electronic visa filing system is named “ELIS” (which stands for “Electronic Immigration System”). ELIS is part of the long-term efforts...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is accepting feedback, including regulatory suggestions, for the EB-5 Investor Program. Send all submissions to the Public Engagement Division at public.engagement@uscis.dhs.gov. SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION TODAY. I.A. Donoso & Associates provide assistance with review and advice regarding eligibility under EB-5 category. contact us ...
USCIS has changed its policy regarding Form I-693, the Medical and Vaccination Report that is required for Adjustment of Status petitioners. As of June 1, 2014, all I-693 forms submitted to USCIS will expire one year after the form is submitted. Previously, USCIS would extend...
Instructions on Using the Chart Below is a chart that shows the form number, form name and processing times for the following forms that are processed by the Immigrant Investor Program Office (IPO). Find the particular form number (in the left column) or form name (in the...
March 31, 2014 Entering Date Information Problem: DS-260 asks the applicant to list dates of previous travel to the U.S. For the applicants who are in U.S. at the time the DS-260 is completed and submitted, there is no way to indicate continuing presence in the U.S. Suggestion from...
By Ignacio Donoso February 4, 2014 The USCIS EB-5 Adjudications Policy Memorandum issued on May 30, 2013 (PM-602-0083) (“EB-5 Policy Memorandum”) has had a positive impact in I-924 adjudications which have alleviated bottlenecks in the operation of EB-5 regional centers and begun improving processing of I-526 visa...
