EAD Renewal Applicants to Receive Extensions
USCIS announced that certain renewal applicants who have filed Form I-765 qualify for an automatic extension of their expiring employment authorization and/or employment authorization documents (EADs) for 180 days while their renewal application is pending.
Change in Filing Location
USCIS announced that beginning November 1, 2023, all H-2A, H-2B, CNMI-related Form I-129 petitions, Form I-129CW petitions, and CNMI-related Form I-539 applications must be filed directly at the Texas Service Center. There will be a 60-day grace period during which misfiled applications will not be rejected.
Proposed Revisions to Three Passport Services Forms
DOS 30-day notice and request for comment on proposed revisions to Forms DS-10 (Birth Affidavit), DS-60 (Affidavit Regarding a Change of Name), and DS-86 (Statement of Non-Receipt of a U.S. Passport). Comments are due 11/27/23.
Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions
President Biden issued a determination on September 29, 2023, setting the refugee admissions ceiling for FY2024 at 125,000. The determination also provides regional ceilings.
Guidance on Foreign Residence Requirements
USCIS issued policy guidance on the two-year foreign residence requirement for the nonimmigrant exchange visitor (J) visa classification. This guidance is effective immediately, is controlling and supersedes prior guidance, and applies prospectively to benefit requests filed on or after October 24, 2023.
Source: USCIS & AILA
