President Obama announced an Immigration Executive Action on November 20, 2014. Prior to that time, he had requested DHS to undertake a review to inform recommendations to reform the immigration system through executive action.

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DHS announced proposals for H4 spouse work authorization on May 6, 2014. On May 12, 2014, the DHS published two proposed rules. The first was extension of employment authorization to H4 spouses of certain H1B workers. The second was enhancing opportunities for highly-skilled workers by removing obstacles to their remaining in the US. more »

On February 28, 2014, DHS designated Chile into the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Certain Chilean passport holders may enter the US without obtaining a US visa as of May 1, 2014. Requirements for participation include an approved ESTA. more »

On July 2, 2013, DHS issued initial guidance regarding same-sex immigration benefits following United States v. Windsor. This case overturned Section 3 the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) on June 26, 2013. more »

April 26, 2013, CBP will eliminate the paper-based Form I-94 arrival/ departure admissions record across US airports and pre-flight inspections stations nationwide. The I-94 admissions record is the white card that individuals receive on a US-bound flight. Currently, the border officers stamp the I-94 and staple it to the passport upon entry to the United States. more »

On January 17, 2012, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued information on obtaining a Drivers Licence or Social Security Number in the US: “Timing is Everything: Getting Your Driver’s License or Social Security Number.” more »