What the End of Duration of Status Means for F-1 Cap-Gap & Work Authorization
This complete guide breaks down the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Final Rule ending Duration of Status (D/S) for F-1, […]
State Department Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing & Appointments Worldwide
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has initiated a global pause on immigrant visa processing and appointments across all U.S.
H2B Visa Renewal Approved for Restaurant Cooks
Malescu Law is pleased to announce a recent H2B visa renewal approval by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and
H2B Visa Renewal Approved for a Nanny
H-2B visa Nanny renewal was approved. It was initially approved, based on one-time occurrence, for a period of three years—the
Executive Order on Birth Tourism: What You Need to Know About Visa Restrictions and Penalties
The U.S. government has issued an Executive Order targeting birth tourism—the practice of entering the United States on a nonimmigrant
E2 Visa Approved in 2 Months: 5-Year US Investor Visa Success in Romania
We are pleased to announce a successful E2 visa approval at the US Consulate in Romania for a dual UK-Romanian
DHS Eliminates Duration of Status for F, J, and I Visa Holders
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially published a final rule eliminating the traditional “duration of status” (DS)
F1 to H1B Cap-Gap Transition Checklist: Essential Guide for F1 Students
For many international students, transitioning from F-1 status to a cap-subject H-1B visa is the ultimate goal. However, being selected
How to Choose an E2 Visa Lawyer: 7 Critical Questions to Ask Before You Hire
Moving your life, family, and capital to the United States on an E-2 Treaty Investor Visa is one of the
USCIS I-140 Successor in Interest Guidelines for PERM
This article discussed USCIS I-140 Successor in Interest Guidelines for PERM Labor Certification. What is an I-140 Successor in Interest?
US Department of State Guide: FIFA PASS Visa Procedures for World Cup 2026
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released comprehensive guidance on the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System (FIFA PASS). This
Trump Administration Restricts Adjustment of Status Applications
On May 21, 2026, the Trump administration has announced a sweeping shift to U.S. immigration policy, declaring that foreign nationals