The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a hold on work authorization and National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, affecting many legally present researchers, physicians, engineers, and students for over four months. This sudden policy change, attributed to nationality, is disrupting critical research projects and hindering career advancement for talented scientists in the U.S.
Key Details:
- Duration of hold: Over 4 months
- Affected groups: Researchers, physicians, engineers, students, NIW applicants
- Policy reference: PM-602-0192
- Impact: Interruptions in research and potential loss of global talent
The ongoing delays are prompting calls for scientific and academic organizations to engage with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and USCIS to address the negative implications of these policies on American research and academic leadership. Keeping global talent is essential for the U.S. to maintain its position in innovation and education.
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Source: @NedaSa_