International Travel Warning & Guidance
Recent shifts in U.S. immigration policies have led to heightened scrutiny at airports, impacting visa holders and green card holders. Travelers may face secondary inspections, prolonged questioning, or even detention. Non-citizens should prepare carefully and consider delaying international travel.
Vong Law Group in the Laotian Times “Laos Included in United States Travel Ban Draft List”
Vong Law Group Founder and Partner, Kane Vongsavanh, was interviewed by the Laotian Times about the impending US Travel Ban.
U.S. Travel Ban Draft Revealed: Key Details and Unanswered Questions
A new U.S. travel ban draft introduces a three-tier system, restricting entry from multiple countries. Set for possible implementation by March 21, key uncertainties remain on waivers, visa holders, and legal challenges…
Department of State Removes Visa Wait Time Chart Without Notice
Without prior notice or explanation, the U.S. Department of State has deactivated its visa wait time chart on its website, reducing transparency in processing times for both applicants and employers…
U.S. Consulates in India Tighten Dropbox Visa Rules
Eligibility for the “Interview Waiver” visa renewal process, also known as “Dropbox,” has been unexpectedly reduced from 48 months to 12 months.…
H-1B Cap Registration Opens March 7, 2025
The USCIS recently announced this year’s H-1B cap registration period will run from March 7-March 24. Employers will know by March 31, 2025 if one of their individuals was selected.
Injunction on Birthright Citizenship Executive Order
A federal judge in Maryland issued a nationwide preliminary injunction on President Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship…
H-4/L-2 & EADS Adjudication
H-4/L-2 and EAD applications filed at the same time as H-1Bs/L-1s are no longer required to be adjudicated at the same time…
F-1 Cap Gap Extension
Certain cases qualify for a 6-month extension of “cap-gap” work authorization until the following April 1st…
USCIS Modernizing H-1B Visa Rule
The USCIS’ final rule modernizing the H-1B program became effective on January 17, 2025…