I look forward to working closely with her to rebuild and restore trust in our immigration system., An official website of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. 18 Feb 15, UNITED STATES 2 Dec 15, UNITED STATES All rights reserved. 4 May 18, UNITED STATES 9 Jun 14, UNITED STATES Podcast: DACA litigation, consular services in China, immigration Reminders for peak H-2B application filing season, Court sets schedule for challenge to DACA regulation. 4 Oct 22, UNITED STATES US nationals exempt from insurance requirement, Administration asks Supreme Court to rehear immigration case. Neither Magnus nor Jaddou can be 24 Jan 20, UNITED STATES 2 Oct 18, UNITED STATES 14 Oct 22, UNITED STATES 22 Apr 19, UNITED STATES President Joe Biden's nominee for Director of U.S. The Government Technology & Services Coalition's Homeland Security Today (HSToday) is the premier news and information resource for the homeland security community, dedicated to elevating the discussions and insights that can support a safe and secure nation. 2 Feb 23, UNITED STATES 13 Jul 18, UNITED STATES 12 Jul 21, UNITED STATES 17 Jun 19, UNITED STATES 18 Dec 17, UNITED STATES U.S. Embassy in Havana to resume interviews for DHS publishes lists of countries eligible for H-2A, Winter travel reminders: Entry requirements, processing delays among Accreditors loss of recognition could affect certain student Diversity Visa registration closes Tuesday, Nov. 8, State Department provides update on global visa operations. Graeme Sloan / Sipa USA via AP. Entrepreneur rule sent to OMB for review, could Fourth Circuit upholds halt to Trump Executive Order, Biometrics appointments booked up, delays possible, USCIS warns of new scam targeting immigrants, Photo requirements strictly enforced at Chinese consulates. Trump declares national emergency as officials move to Trump to suspend travel from most of Europe. 16 Oct 17, UNITED STATES 8 Jun 16, UNITED STATES 6 Oct 16, UNITED STATES Immigrant visa applicants must prove health insurance coverage White House, State Department back Polands entry into USCIS: new H-1B registration process planned for upcoming Diversity Visa registration to open Wednesday, TPS reregistration opens for Syrian nationals. 28 Jul 15, UNITED STATES 28 Mar 18, UNITED STATES 22 Aug 22, UNITED STATES January 2015 Visa Bulletin: EB-3 dates advance significantly Federal lawsuit challenges Optional Practical Training program for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Nominee Faces Possible Afghan Parliament approves Bilateral Security Agreement. 9 Feb 15, UNITED STATES While several Republican senators complained about the packed nomination panel, Chairman Durbin responded that Republicans similarly held confirmation hearings with multiple nominees on a single panel when they were in the majority and President Trump was in the White House. "I look forward to working closely with her to rebuild and restore trust in our immigration system.". Lawsuit that challenges H-4 spouses right to work H-1B registration fee final rule published, Poland to be added to visa waiver program. 13 Apr 22, UNITED STATES 3 Jun 20, UNITED STATES India challenges H-1B, L-1 visa fees in trade DHS to launch fast-track program for employers, 2 bills introduced to restrict H-1B visas. 4 Sep 20, UNITED STATES Chicago, Dallas, Phoenix, or Elgin Lockbox, HotlineFollowupI918I914.vsc@uscis.dhs.gov, report employee violations, misconduct, or abuses, How or where to submit an application or petition that should be filed at one of the four Lockbox locations; and. 30 Jun 21, EUROPEAN UNION, UNITED STATES 17 Aug 18, NIGERIA, UNITED STATES The Senate on Friday voted in favor of President Joe Bidens nomination of attorney Ur Jaddou to lead U.S. 31 Jul 20, UNITED STATES 21 Jun 19, UNITED STATES Immigration Director Willys Mac'Olale discusses Kenya's planned . 2 Aug 17, INDIA, UNITED STATES 7 Oct 15, UNITED STATES 13 Apr 20, UNITED STATES 2 Jul 20, UNITED STATES 28 Apr 17, UNITED STATES 22 Jan 16, UNITED STATES USCIS shifted its focus from ways to more efficiently screen and provide immigration benefits to enacting policies to restrict immigrants at the border and elsewhere from gaining access to the US. October Visa Bulletin update: Dates for Filing will Four immigration programs up for Congressional reauthorization, Vietnam begins issuing 1-year visas to US travelers. COVID-19: ICE extends guidance on online classes through Ukraine TPS registration opens Tuesday, regulatory requirements eased Sudan TPS registration opens Tuesday, regulatory requirements eased USCIS received 483,927 H-1B cap registrations, agency says, DHS announces new TPS designation for Cameroon. Biden's Trip to the Border, Andrew Arthur Discusses Biden's Border Catastrophe, Map: Sanctuary Cities, Counties, and States. 13 Jan 22, UNITED STATES Reminder: Travel restrictions for US citizens, residents. US expels Russian diplomats, closes consulate in Seattle, Premium processing suspended for H-1B cap cases, Expedited E-2 visa program closes for French applicants, Reports: Trump preparing visa restrictions aimed at China. 3 Mar 22, UNITED STATES 27 Aug 14, UNITED STATES 27 Feb 15, UNITED STATES US and German citizens eligible for streamlined travel DHS plans program for trusted employers, beginning with Senate bill would increase numbers of high-skilled immigrants. 28 Apr 21, UNITED STATES Reports: DHS planning new travel restrictions on several DHS to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Sudan, Temporary protected status extended for South Sudan. 5 Mar 20, UNITED STATES 13 Jul 15, UNITED STATES 24 Apr 18, UNITED STATES Proposed rule change for H-1B lottery process expected BAL partner comments on impact of new Labor USCIS offices closed because of wildfire, air quality, December Visa Bulletin: Modest advancement in employment-based categories, FAQ: New Labor Condition Application Form. 8 Sep 22, UNITED STATES 17 Jan 18, UNITED STATES 9 May 22, UNITED STATES 4 Oct 16, UNITED STATES Unlike Magnus, she has a long resume with stops in Congress, the State Department, USCIS, and at amnesty advocacy groups. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 11-10 Thursday to advance President Joe Bidens nomination of Ur Jaddou for director of U.S. 7 Sep 18, UNITED STATES If you have a question about a filing mailed to the Chicago, Dallas, Phoenix, or Elgin Lockboxyou may email us at lockboxsupport@uscis.dhs.govand we will answeryour email as soon as possible. In response, Jaddou punted, writing that the proposal does not contain sufficient detail for me to opine on its legality, or on whether I would support such a proposal.. 29 Aug 16, UNITED STATES 15 Oct 18, UNITED STATES 1 Apr 19, UNITED STATES 10 Sep 20, UNITED STATES 14 Dec 16, UNITED STATES Between those stops, she was the head of DHS Watch at the immigration advocacy group Americas Voice. USCIS to begin using restricted delivery service for DHS to end Temporary Protected Status for Honduras. 23 Apr 18, UNITED STATES 18 Mar 15, SAUDI ARABIA, UNITED STATES 1 Jul 22, UNITED STATES 19 Feb 18, UNITED STATES On 2/2/2023, USCIS updated its policy guidance regarding the one-year physical presence requirement for refugees and asylees Tsui Yee op LinkedIn: #asylum #refugee #greencard #uscis #immigration 23 Feb 22, UNITED STATES 19 Nov 14, UNITED STATES In addition, Congress provided $20 million for Federal Assistance for the Immigrant Citizenship and Integration Grants program. 8 Jan 16, UNITED STATES 19 Jul 17, UNITED STATES The service centers and the NBC do not provide in-person assistance with questions about your case. March Visa Bulletin: Modest advancement for China and Ninth Circuit panel hears arguments on travel ban, State Department reinstates canceled visas following court order. Government on verge of shutdown that would impact California bracing for major immigration sweep, TPS re-registration period set for Salvadorans. 25 Mar 21, UNITED STATES 8 Nov 17, UNITED STATES Jeremy Fudge, Managing Partner. USCIS requests information on barriers to immigration benefits, Biden announces intended picks to head USCIS, CBP, Online filing extended to certain F-1 OPT applicants, State Department amends national interest exception standards, Filing period for cap-subject H-1B petitions opens today. 26 Oct 16, UNITED STATES 14 Jan 16, UNITED STATES Students, exchange visitors to face stricter calculation of June Visa Bulletin: No advancements in EB categories, Rule to rescind International Entrepreneur Rule expected soon. Russia added to the Homeless Nationalities list, immigrant Visa-free travel now available to Croatian nationals. 21 Aug 19, UNITED STATES 6 Nov 19, UNITED STATES Electronic system announced for Chinese nationals holding 10-year H-1B cap premium processing schedule announced. Pingback: Bidens Personnel Picks Predicted the Path of Immigration Policy - VBLSA, Pingback: Bidens CBP and USCIS Picks Guaranteed to Worsen Border Crisis | 198 Immigration News. 16 Jun 17, UNITED STATES 2 Mar 15, UNITED STATES 22 Feb 21, UNITED STATES 20 Aug 15, UNITED STATES 22 Jan 18, UNITED STATES Lawsuit seeks to overturn USCIS public charge regulation. 3 Jan 23, UNITED STATES COVID-19: US Embassy in India issues repatriation guidance USCIS data: RFEs for H-1B, L-1 petitions remain COVID-19: Employers may temporarily accept certain expired identity USCIS extends temporary flexible measures, Employers must use updated Form I-9, employer handbook. 11 Jun 15, UNITED STATES 21 Apr 22, UNITED STATES Proposed rule limiting stay of foreign students, exchange USCIS to resume premium processing for some petitions Proclamation issued to restrict entry of certain Chinese Rule that would increase USCIS filing fees undergoing COVID-19: Summary of current travel restrictions. 12 Jun 19, UNITED STATES USCIS is the Department of Homeland Security subagency responsible for administering immigration laws and processing services and benefits. 24 May 21, UNITED STATES If you have a case receipt number starting with IOE, you can create an account and send questions through your inbox. 20 Jul 18, UNITED STATES 3 Mar 17, EUROPEAN UNION, UNITED STATES COVID-19: Council removes the U.S., four other countries CDC to require COVID-19 vaccination from green card USCIS seeks feedback to inform future public charge COVID-19: Land travel bans with Canada and Mexico H-1B lottery prioritization rule unlawful three times over, Court orders State Department to issue additional diversity Visa services suspended, appointments canceled amid changing security September Visa Bulletin: Advancement in most employment-based categories. 20 Oct 14, UNITED STATES 29 Jun 16, UNITED STATES You can also submit questions or comments at any time on any Policy Manual topic by emailing PolicyFeedback@uscis.dhs.govor by clicking the Feedback button that appears at the top of everyPolicy Manualpage. 7 Aug 18, UNITED STATES 21 Sep 17, UNITED STATES 15 Sep 22, UNITED STATES 24 Sep 15, UNITED STATES 9 Sep 14, GLOBAL, UNITED STATES 19 Oct 15, UNITED STATES Premium Processing rule clears OMB review. 2 Apr 18, UNITED STATES 31 Mar 16, UNITED STATES 11 Apr 19, UNITED KINGDOM, UNITED STATES 21 Mar 16, UNITED STATES 22 Mar 21, UNITED STATES 1 Dec 20, UNITED STATES 8 Dec 20, UNITED STATES USCIS offices to close nationwide on Wednesday, Dec. H-1B lottery regulation to be proposed Monday. 20 Jan 16, UNITED STATES 9 Sep 22, UNITED STATES 17 Jun 22, UNITED STATES US restricts entry of travelers to stop coronavirus, New version of Form I-9 to be required USCIS to implement public charge rule Feb. 24. Circuit declines to reconsider ruling upholding OPT, CBP, CBSA announce new NEXUS interview option, USCIS warns of scams targeting humanitarian parolees, H-1B electronic registration period to open March 1. 9 Nov 15, GLOBAL, UNITED STATES 19 Dec 14, UNITED STATES USCIS updates guidance to address gap for those USCIS confirms it will accept DACA renewal requests Judge vacates DACA memorandum, current beneficiaries not affected, House committee holds hearing examining U.S. immigration policies. U.S. 9 Mar 16, UNITED STATES 26 Apr 17, UNITED STATES The daughter of immigrants from Mexico and Iraq, Jaddou brings years of experience in immigration policy to the role, most recently as a director at Americas Voice, an immigrant advocacy group, and before then, as chief counsel for USCIS under the Obama administration. 20 Jul 21, UNITED STATES 3 Jun 14, UNITED STATES 15 Mar 19, UNITED STATES 27 Sep 17, UNITED STATES 24 Oct 22, UNITED STATES 13 Jan 17, UNITED STATES 21 Oct 22, UNITED STATES Before joining USCIS, she worked on immigration policy for Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.), who chairs the House Judiciarys immigration subcommittee, and as deputy assistant secretary for regional, global, and functional affairs in the State Departments Bureau of Legislative Affairs, according to a biography provided by the White House upon her nomination. Reminder: Phased premium processing expansion begins, Fees for Electronic System for Travel Authorization increased. 13 Feb 23, UNITED STATES If our online tools do not provide the help you need, please call the USCIS Contact Center to request an appointment. USCIS signals expansion of employment authorization to certain DHS seeks additional time to finalize OPT regulation, Analysis: New rules set for Visa Waiver Program, Congress approves spending bill containing key immigration provisions, Senate bill would overhaul H-1B visas, eliminate OPT. 12 Sep 17, UNITED STATES The court dismissed, for lack of subject matter jurisdiction, plaintiff's Nov. 29, 2021, pro se action seeking a mandate compelling defendant USCIS director to grant the I-130s filed on behalf of . USCIS completes data entry, will begin returning unselected Bill to make E-Verify mandatory introduced in Senate. 11 Apr 17, UNITED STATES A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. 8 Jul 14, UNITED STATES 15 Jul 21, UNITED STATES 9 Sep 16, UNITED STATES COVID-19: Trump issues proclamation suspending entry of immigrant COVID-19: Closure of Trusted Traveler enrollment centers extended Trump announces plans to restrict green card applicants BAL Analysis: Trump announces intent to sign executive COVID-19: US, Canada, Mexico to extend restrictions on USCIS now accepting requests from visa-waived travelers for USCIS reiterates existing authorities to excuse untimely filings, USCIS announces delays to H-1B cap processing, USCIS Vermont Service Center temporarily closed. It is my honor to congratulate Ur Mendoza Jaddou on her confirmation as Director of United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said. 28 Oct 20, UNITED STATES She is a dedicated open-borders zealot who, as the general counsel at USCIS under President Obama, helped implement and entrench the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program with current DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Streamlined deferred action process created for noncitizens who February Visa Bulletin: No movement in key employment-based USCIS announces further expansion of premium processing. USCIS officially announces suspension of biometric requirements for DHS withdraws proposed regulation to expand biometrics collection. All Rights Reserved. 9 Jan 14, AUSTRALIA, FRANCE, UNITED KINGDOM, GLOBAL, IRELAND, NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, UNITED STATES 20 Apr 21, UNITED STATES 3 Nov 15, UNITED STATES 23 Dec 16, UNITED STATES Official LinkedIn of U.S. March Visa Bulletin: USCIS to use Final Action Congress passes budget, president declares national emergency. 30 Mar 21, UNITED STATES H-1B premium processing to resume for petitions filed USCIS to release new Form I-539, introduce biometrics Report: USCIS delays reach crisis level following changes USCIS, ICE step up scrutiny of foreign student 180-day deadline approaching for foreign students and exchange Venezuelan consular services unavailable in US. High volume expected as employers gear up for February Visa Bulletin: EB-2, EB-3 categories advance. 17 Mar 16, UNITED STATES She will administer our Nations immigration system fairly and justly. Final DACA regulation published, court weighs impact on State Department urges U.S. citizens to depart Ukraine USCIS to hold webinar on Operation Allies Welcome. 28 Nov 22, UNITED STATES The Senate confirmed Ur Jaddou as the new director of U.S. 10 Nov 22, UNITED STATES 22 Jun 22, UNITED STATES As the Department of Homeland Security drafts new Revised October Visa Bulletin: Adjustment of Status filing USCIS to suspend employment-based adjustment of status processing Possible federal government shutdown looms, Changes adopted to alleviate Tier 2 allocations, Computer glitch affecting PERM processing, Mexico moves to streamline border crossings. 29 Jul 20, UNITED STATES 10 Jun 21, UNITED STATES 21 Jan 22, UNITED STATES The director of U.S. DHS extends COVID-19 vaccination requirements for land, ferry Biden announces Uniting for Ukraine humanitarian parole program. 10 Feb 23, UNITED STATES 23 Mar 15, UNITED STATES 14 Jun 21, UNITED STATES 9 Dec 20, UNITED STATES You may submit comments atregulations.gov, following the instructions in the Federal Register publication about the specific rule, form or other information collection. 12 Aug 21, UNITED STATES If she passes the committee, which is majority-Democrat, her nomination then goes before the full Senate, where she will need at least 51votes (including the vice president's in case of a tie) to be confirmed. 13 May 16, UNITED STATES As director of USCIS, Jaddou would lead the agency's efforts to improve immigration policies and processes, including the implementation of President Joe Biden's Feb. 2 Executive Order on legal immigration . The selection of acting leaders to run the agency during the latter half of the Trump administration also caused legal issues. H-1B rules on worksite changes remain in place U.S. State Department provides guidance for transferring immigrant H-1B registrants can now access myUSCIS registrant accounts. USCIS is structured as a fee-funded agency because Congress rightly decided that American taxpayers should not be on the hook to pay for our legal immigration system; instead those who choose to participate in it should carry the financial burden. 6 Oct 20, UNITED STATES Visit the Feedback Opportunities page to share your ideas and comments with USCIS. 25 May 18, UNITED STATES A non-profit magazine and media platform, HSToday provides readers with the whole story, placing facts and comments in context to inform debate and drive realistic solutions to some of the nations most vexing security challenges. 7 Feb 20, UNITED STATES 14 Oct 21, UNITED STATES The Form Number to select for an address change on a USCIS Immigrant Fee payment is "IVF" or "OS155A". 7 Oct 20, UNITED STATES 4 Mar 21, UNITED STATES COVID-19: State Department extends broader interview waiver, impact Filing period extended for Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness COVID-19: No indication on extension of immigrant and COVID-19 test now required for travel from U.K. You should receive a receipt notice within 30 days after filing at a Service Center or 30 days after . In her testimonybefore the Committee, Ms.Jaddouhighlighted her previous experience at USCIS asgiving her a running start at understanding and undoing bureaucratic hurdlesthat contribute to processing delays. 29 Nov 21, UNITED STATES During that time, Padilla said, the California native was able to advise on policies and programs and other complex legal issues, calling her understanding of U.S. immigration law and how USCIS functions second to none.. 14 Oct 16, UNITED STATES 21 May 21, UNITED STATES 30 Nov 20, UNITED STATES Citizenship and Immigration Services, who eliminated the words "nation of immigrants" from his agency's mission statement Thursday, is the proud son of an immigrant. 3 Feb 15, UNITED STATES If you electronically filed your case and have a USCIS online account, you should update your address in your USCIS online account. Form I-9 audits and employer worksite enforcement investigations USCIS completes data entry for H-1B cap petitions. 6 Jun 19, UNITED STATES 2023 Berry Appleman & Leiden. Instead, the public charge rule is a self-sufficiency test, meaning does the alien live within his or her means, whatever that level is. Sixth state joins federal RIDE program enhancing I-9 Visa problems expected to extend into next week, Technical problems plague overseas visa, passport issuance. 27 Jan 16, UNITED STATES 26 Dec 19, UNITED STATES 1 Jul 20, UNITED STATES 7 Dec 20, UNITED STATES 7 Apr 15, UNITED STATES January Visa Bulletin: USCIS to use Final Action H-1B denial rate dips in Q3 2020, analysis Court limits immigrant visa ban, but only for USCIS cites surge in filings, COVID-19 protocols for Third judge rules against administration on issuance of DHS to extend TPS-related documents for beneficiaries from USCIS accepting new DACA applications in compliance with Biden to nominate Alejandro Mayorkas to lead DHS, H-1B strengthening rule on hold, USCIS confirms. 11 Aug 15, TURKEY, UNITED STATES June Visa Bulletin Update: Final Action Dates to Visa Waiver Program travelers reminded to hold e-passports, Court dismisses lawsuit over Visa Bulletin, Temporary Protected Status extended for Honduras, Nicaragua. 8 Mar 17, UNITED STATES 20 Nov 15, UNITED STATES Visa appointment wait times improving with end of EVUS requirement to take effect for Chinese travelers Diversity Visa lottery application period closes Nov. 7, Court dismisses lawsuit challenging H-4 work authorization, BAL submits formal comments on International Entrepreneur Rule. According to the White House statement announcing Jaddou's nomination, the president describes her as having "two decades of experience in immigration law, policy, and administration. 24 Jun 15, UNITED STATES Bidens Personnel Picks Predicted the Path of Immigration Policy - VBLSA, Bidens CBP and USCIS Picks Guaranteed to Worsen Border Crisis | 198 Immigration News. 21 Jul 15, UNITED STATES 21 Sep 21, UNITED STATES President Joe Biden announced a series of nominations for critical positions throughout the nation's federal immigration agencies, including the top positions at U.S. 12 Aug 20, UNITED STATES 2 May 14, UNITED STATES 18 Jul 18, UNITED STATES 11 Oct 17, UNITED STATES 14 May 20, UNITED STATES 2 Feb 17, UNITED STATES USCIS extends closures of in-person services until June CBP accepting requests for extension of satisfactory departure, H-1B contingency planning complicated by COVID-19. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Florida House Bill 999 promises to begin an effective counter-revolution against the woke establishment in Florida's public higher educationand includes a substantial measure of civics-education-focused reform. 24 Jun 22, UNITED STATES 17 Nov 14, CHINA, UNITED STATES 30 Jan 18, UNITED STATES 18 Jun 14, UNITED STATES Reading between the lines, it is clear to me that Jaddou supports the concept and application of parole in place. DHS Watch was created in 2018, in the middle of the Trump administration, to uphold an immigration system that is competently administered, accountable, and adheres to long-held American values on immigration, according to its website. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS July Visa Bulletin: China EB-3 to retrogress, EB-2 USCIS adopts ruling on H-1B advanced degrees, State Department introduces extreme vetting questions, Administration asks Supreme Court to review travel ruling. 8 Feb 21, UNITED STATES STEM OPT regulation to take effect May 10, USCIS completes data entry of H-1B cap petitions, Diversity Visa lottery results available May 3. 26 Dec 17, UNITED STATES Speaking on the Senate floor ahead of the confirmation vote, Senate Judiciary Chairman Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., said Jaddou may be the most qualified person ever to be nominated for this job., After four years of neglect and mismanagement under the Trump administration, USCIS is in dire need of leadership, he said. Visit ourUSCIS Genealogy programwebpage to request genealogy recordsand makegeneral genealogy inquiries. 7 Dec 17, TURKEY, UNITED STATES 3 Dec 14, CANADA, UNITED STATES Jaddou has been on the front lines of the immigration debate since 2002. Why T&SOur TeamCultureInvolvementRecognition, U.S. Immigration Global Immigration Corporate Compliance, London Los Angeles San Francisco Singapore. 27 Jan 15, UNITED STATES 12 May 14, UNITED STATES 30 Apr 19, UNITED STATES 15 May 18, UNITED STATES 14 Mar 22, UNITED STATES Premium processing for all H-1Bs may resume by FAQ: H-1B cases and requests for evidence, Comparison of proposed bills to protect undocumented youth. November Visa Bulletin update: Dates for Filing will November Visa Bulletin: Advancements in India EB-2, China Hurricane closes USCIS offices in Florida, South Carolina, Diversity Visa Lottery opens for applications, Supreme Court declines to rehear immigration case, Immigration programs extended through Dec. 9, Congress expected to approve short-term spending bill, State Department issues security message on possible attacks.