FACTS: Every year, the H-1B visa program is subject to a strict numerical “cap”—65,000 regular H-1Bs and an additional 20,000 for individuals holding U.S. master’s degrees. As a result, the process has become increasingly competitive, with USCIS implementing a lottery system to randomly select applicants each fiscal year. Employers not selected in the lottery must…
FACTS: A Kenyan national and U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) filed his Application for Naturalization (Form N-400) in Virginia in October 2021. After waiting a full year, he was finally interviewed by USCIS in October 2022. The client had a strong application and a successful interview, and expected a decision shortly thereafter. However, months passed,…
