The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing amendments to its regulations governing employment-based immigrant petitions, with changes expected to take effect by January 2026. The proposed rule aims to modernize provisions related to individuals with extraordinary ability and outstanding professors and researchers, clarifying evidentiary requirements for various classifications.
Key Details:
- Proposed changes to be finalized by January 2026.
- Updates will focus on extraordinary ability and outstanding professors and researchers.
- Clarifications will be made for first preference classifications and second preference national interest waiver (NIW) classifications.
- The rule will also correct existing errors and omissions in the regulations.
These changes could significantly impact individuals seeking employment-based immigration under the EB1-A and EB-2 NIW categories. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Stephanie Lewin, JD