Prevailing Wage Determination Processing Times

The NPWC uses the Prevailing Wage Determination Policy Guidance in issuing wage determinations for the Nonagricultural Immigration Programs. The Department updated the guidance in November 2009 following the publication of the H-2B regulation and the corresponding changes to PERM, H-1B, H-1B1, H-1C and E-3 regulations that affected the prevailing wage determination process.

Criminal History Summary Checks - FAQ's

Question details

1. Does the FBI accept personal checks, business checks, or cash?

2. Do you have procedures for expeditious handling?

3. Where can I get my fingerprints taken?

4. What if my fingerprints are continuously rejected?

5. Can I use the fingerprint card I download from this site?

6. Will my fingerprint card be returned?

7. How do I notify the FBI if my address has changed since I submitted my request for my Criminal History Summary or if I want to verify my correct address was submitted?

8. Does the FBI provide apostilles*?

9. How do I challenge my FBI record?

10. How can law enforcement entities request certified copies of fingerprints and/or Criminal History Summary information?

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USCIS Honors Military Veterans During Naturalization Ceremonies

WASHINGTON—In recognition of Veterans Day, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will conduct naturalization ceremonies across the country that will feature military members, military spouses and veterans taking the Oath of Allegiance to become U.S. citizens. From Nov. 7-13, USCIS is welcoming approximately 8,000 new U.S. citizens during 120 naturalization ceremonies throughout the nation and overseas.

DOS Publishes Final Rule on Regulatory Exception for Certain Nonimmigrant Visa Classifications

[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 215 (Wednesday, November 6, 2013)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 66813-66815]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-26590]

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