USCIS’s ongoing pause on the travel ban has significant implications for employees from affected countries, particularly those with pending green card applications. Nationals from these countries are unable to obtain Advance Parole documents, preventing them from traveling abroad, which can lead to family separations during critical times. Employers are also facing challenges as premium processing fees paid for expedited green card adjudications do not guarantee timely processing, with many cases exceeding the promised 15-business-day window.
Key Details:
- Nationals from paused countries cannot receive Advance Parole, restricting international travel.
- Employers have paid nearly $3,000 for premium processing with no refunds for delays.
- Employees can work for up to 240 days after their current authorization expires but must leave payroll afterward.
- H-1B workers laid off are struggling to find new employers willing to sponsor them under current conditions.
The situation continues to leave many skilled professionals and their families in a precarious position. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Zulkie Partners LLC