In recent weeks, the Trump administration implemented a series of measures focused on Colombians arriving in the United States. These actions came in response to a diplomatic standoff between the two nations over the repatriation of Colombian nationals. The tension began when Colombian President Gustavo Petro refused to accept deportation flights carrying Colombian citizens from
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Business Immigration in 2025: Signals From Recent Executive Orders
Immediately after assuming office on Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump began issuing numerous executive orders. While they may not immediately impact business immigration, many of them presage changes in the business immigration landscape. The following is an analysis of several of these executive orders from that perspective:
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2025 ICE I-9 Fine Increases
By Anna Reiff ‡
On Jan. 2, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a final rule adjusting its civil monetary penalties for inflation for 2025. The updated penalty amounts apply to violations that occurred after Nov. 2, 2015, and are assessed on or after Jan. 2, 2025.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has increased penalties for…
Trump Administration’s New Immigration Executive Orders and Some New State Supportive Measures
The second Trump administration has moved quickly to implement its campaign promises on immigration, issuing a series of executive orders aimed at tightening border security, curbing illegal immigration, and enhancing interior enforcement. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced complementary legislative proposals for his state, positioning Florida as a key player in supporting these federal efforts.…
Temporary Protected Status Extended for El Salvador, Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela
On Jan. 10, 2025, the outgoing Biden administration’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly one million individuals in the United States. Specifically, DHS extended TPS for 18 months for qualifying individuals from El Salvador, Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela. To qualify for the TPS extension, individuals from…
What Might Happen with Business Immigration Under the New Trump Administration
Navigating the Future of H-1B, L-1 and O-1 Visas
As the new Trump administration takes shape, tech companies and foreign workers are keenly observing potential changes to the H-1B visa program and other related tech visas. The administration is expected to appease its opposing stakeholders by maintaining strong relationships with the tech industry while also…
Immigration Insights Episode 2 | Navigating US Immigration Law and Tax Complexities for High-Net-Worth Individuals
In this episode of Greenberg Traurig’s Immigration Insights podcast series, host Kate Kalmykov is joined by GT colleague and Tax Practice Shareholder, Erez Tucner, to explore the intersection of U.S. immigration and tax considerations for high-net-worth individuals. They discuss the implications of U.S. tax residency, strategies for tax planning before moving to the…
Immigration and Form I-9 Compliance Considerations in Mergers and Acquisitions
U.S. immigration laws are playing an increasingly significant role in corporate transactions, and the incoming presidential administration’s expected emphasis on immigration enforcement highlights the importance of addressing these considerations during due diligence. A thorough due diligence process is a critical step for acquiring companies to enhance compliance with immigration laws, evaluate potential liabilities, and identify…
Israel Launches Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA-IL) for Visa-Exempt Travelers, Including US Citizens
By Jack Jrada
Many countries allow business travelers and tourists from visa-exempt nations to enter without visas for short stays, often with no pre-flight registration requirements. The list of countries now requiring pre-flight registration, however, continues to grow with Israel’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA-IL) system, which took effect Jan. 1, 2025. The system seeks to enhance national…
USCIS Reaches Fiscal Year 2025 H-1B Cap
On Dec. 2, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it received enough H-1B petitions to meet the 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and the 20,000 H-1B visa U.S. advanced degree exemption, known as the master’s cap, for fiscal year (FY) 2025.
USCIS will send non-selection notices to registrants through their petitioners’ online…