Immigration Visa Attorney Blog

One of the most common ways of obtaining a permanent residency card that
will allow a non-resident of the United States to remain in the country is
through a family visa. Understanding the terms and conditions that apply to
gaining residency in this manner can be a complicated and lengthy process.
It is essential to work with an experienced immigration attorney like Sam
Shihab to help during this process.

Family based visas are provided in two groups: immediate relative
immigrant visas, and family preference immigrant visas. The number
of immediate relative visas is unlimited and is based on a close family
relationship with a U.S. citizen such as a spouse, adopted orphan, or a
parent. Family preference visas are limited each year and are for more
specific and distant family relationships with a U.S. citizen.

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Here is a quick update regarding H-1B cap-eligible petitions for fiscal year 2013.

As of the May 4 report, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) had received 32,500 petitions for the 65,000 (regular) cap and 13,7000 petitions for the 20,000 (advanced degree) cap. This is the fifth update of the fiscal year, with petitions having been accepted starting on April 2.

In USCIS' previous (April 27) update, the cap numbers stood at 29,200 for regular petitions and 12,300 for advanced degree petitions.

At this point in FY2013, the numbers indicate that filings are being accepted at a rate of approximately 3,500 per week for the regular cap and 1,300 per week for the advanced degree cap. We believe that this rate should continue for the next month or so.

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