USCIS Opens New International Office in Quito, Ecuador
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the opening of a new international office in Quito, Ecuador, which will begin operations on September 10, 2024. This office will be located within the U.S. Embassy in Quito and will focus on enhancing refugee processing capacity and facilitating family reunification. The opening of this office […]
Resumption of the Humanitarian Parole Program
The U.S. government has announced the reactivation of the Humanitarian Parole program, aimed at citizens of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. This program, which had been temporarily suspended, is now available again with new security measures to prevent fraud and ensure its integrity. What is Humanitarian Parole? Humanitarian Parole is a mechanism that allows the […]
EB-3, EW, and EB-5 Visas: Annual Limit Reached Alert
The U.S. Department of State has announced that the annual limit for EB-3 (Employment-Based Third Preference), EW (Other Workers), and EB-5 (Employment-Based Fifth Preference) visas has been reached for the fiscal year 2024. What Does This Mean? You might also be interested in: “The U.S. Expands Online Access to Asylum Applications“ Why Is This Happening? […]
The United States Expands Online Access to Asylum Applications
The U.S. government has expanded the scope of the CBPOne mobile application, allowing a larger number of migrants to apply for asylum digitally. This measure, implemented in coordination with Mexico, aims to streamline the application process and reduce pressure at the borders. Let’s Put It in Context The CBPOne application, launched in January 2023, was […]
