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WELCOME TO THE

INTRODUCTION

J-1 WAIVER PROGRAM INTERESTED GOVERNMENT AGENCY SPONSORS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR A J-1 WAIVER THROUGH AN IGA

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR A J-1 WAIVER THROUGH AN IGA

CURRENT PROCESSING TIMES FOR J-1 WAIVER APPLICATIONS THROUGH AN IGA

UPDATE ON H-1B LEGISLATION

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EXEMPTIONS FROM THE

EMPLOYERS EXEMPT FROM PAYING THE $1,000 FILING FEE INCLUDE:

BENEFITS OF NEW H-1B LEGISLATION

Extension of six year maximum H-1B limit if:

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O-1 VISAS FOR PHYSICIANS

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OBTAINING A GREEN CARD THROUGH LABOR CERTIFICATION (ALC)

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OBTAINING A GREEN CARD THROUGH THE NATIONAL INTEREST WAIVER (NIW)

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WHEN IS THE HARDSHIP ENOUGH FOR A HARDSHIP WAIVER?

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LIFE AFTER SEPTEMBER 11TH

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