Nelson A. Castillo In my Consulta Migratoria® column I explain who is eligible to re-register for El Salvador's Temporary Protected Status program, the costs and why it is important to re-register as soon as possible. Every immigration case is different. Please consult with an immigration attorney for personalized legal advice before beginning any proceedings. This is the ... Read more
The federal government has updated the wage index that companies and employers must use when filing labor petitions for foreign workers. The Department of Labor has just released its updated guidance on what they consider to be the prevailing wage. Prevailing wage is defined as the average wage, which includes hourly wages, overtime, benefits ... Read more
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today pre-announced the extension of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for El Salvador. These individuals will be able to remain under the program's protection for another 18 months beginning September 10, 2016 ... Read more
The Supreme Court's tie in the DAPA and DACA expansion case marked a defeat for millions of immigrants, but not the end of the legal battle. In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a reader's question about the Supreme Court's ruling and explain why they should not ... Read more
In order to facilitate the user experience when scheduling appointments online, the government has implemented a series of improvements to its electronic InfoPass system. As of today, the InfoPass electronic system incorporates new features that will make the process of scheduling an appointment at a Citizenship Service office easier in ... Read more
The long awaited Supreme Court decision on the future of President Barack Obama's executive actions was released this morning and what was feared happened. Unfortunately, the 8 justices did not reach an agreement, and the vote was a tie. This means that the decision of ... Read more
In my Consulta Migratoria® column, I provide general answers to readers' questions. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Please consult with an immigration attorney to receive personalized legal advice before beginning any process. This is this week's column: I live in ... Read more
The U.S. Supreme Court is nearing the end of its term, raising expectations that the country's highest court will announce its decision on DAPA - the deferred action program for parents of citizens and permanent residents, and the expansion of DACA - deferred action for young childhood arrivals, this ... Read more
Are you applying for asylum directly with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and want to know which of its offices has jurisdiction over your case? USCIS has eight offices around the United States that are responsible for reviewing and deciding affirmative asylum applications. Where you live will determine which office ... Read more
In my Immigration Consultation® column this week I explain what documents can be submitted with an application for a provisional waiver of the punishment law. Please consult with an immigration attorney for personalized legal advice before you begin any paperwork. This is the column: To obtain a provisional waiver of the law ... Read more
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