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Public Charge: DHS Issues Final Rule

On September 9, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a final rule on the “public charge” ground of ...
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December 8, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

Six Tips On Scheduling Your Interview At The Embassy

So many people have been waiting for months or years for their interview at the embassy. The COVID-19 pandemic, with ...
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November 30, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

Thanksgiving Message

Thanksgiving is being celebrated differently this year. Thankfully, we are nearing the end of the pandemic and may finally have ...
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November 23, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

The December 2022 Priority Dates

Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular ...
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November 16, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

Update On Embassy Interviews And Backlogs

On October 21, 2022, the Department of State (DOS) provided an update on worldwide visa operations, stating that embassies around ...
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November 9, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

Ninth Circuit: Consuls Must Provide “Factual Basis” For Visa Denial Within A Reasonable Time

On October 5, 2022, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal held that consular officers are required to provide the factual ...
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November 2, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

Great News For People Seeking “Extreme Hardship” Waivers

Recently, a Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal opinion offers new hope for people who are required to file a waiver ...
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October 27, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

Breaking News! Biden Pardons Immigrants With Marijuana Convictions

On October 6, 2022, President Biden issued a proclamation granting pardons for the offense of simple possession of marijuana, where ...
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October 20, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

The November 2022 Priority Dates

Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular ...
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October 7, 2022 / Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq.

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