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US H-1B visa lottery - what happens next
What happens after the H-1B visa lottery?

​As an international registered nurse or medical technologist, the H-1B visa lottery offers a fast route to working in the U.S. While the ultimate outcome of being entered into the lottery is to be...

United States immigration update for international registered nurses and medical technologists
April 2024 Visa Bulletin: Good news for nurses and medical technologists

​The Visa Bulletin for April 2024 has been released by the U.S. Department of State. There is positive movement to share for many international registered nurses and medical technologists who plan ...

Immigrating With Family
A Comprehensive Guide to Immigrating to the U.S. with Family

​Immigrating to the United States as an international registered nurse or medical technologist is a significant and life-changing decision, especially when you're moving with your family. In this a...

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Visa Bulletin Update: November 2023

​The U.S. Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of November 2023. There are no updates to report since our previous recap for the Visa Bulletin. Below you’ll find our ana...

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Visa Bulletin Update: October 2023

The U.S. Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of October 2023, which also begins the 2024 fiscal year. There have been some positive developments in the EB-3 visa catego...

Priority Dates - what international healthcare professionals need to know
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Visa Bulletin Update: September 2023

​The U.S. Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of September 2023, and we’d like to shed light on the latest developments in the EB-3 visa category, specifically for app...

English Language Proficiency
English Language Proficiency Exams: An Essential Immigration Requirement

​English language proficiency exams such as the Occupational English Test (OET) and the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are widely recognized and accepted as proof of language...

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​Moving with your Family to the United States as an International Healthcare Professional

Moving to a new country can be a daunting experience, especially when you are bringing along your family. As a healthcare professional, there are several things you need to know when moving to the ...

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Visa Bulletin Update: June 2023

​The Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of June 2023. EB-3 cutoff dates for all counties and categories will remain the same. India will remain at June 15, 2012, and C...

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Visa Bulletin Update: March 2023 (U.S.)

The U.S. Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of March 2023 showing no movement in key employment-based categories. USCIS has announced that it will use the Dates for Fi...

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Conexus to Cover Premium Processing of I-140 Petition for International Nurses Moving to the U.S.

​We’re excited to share that we are now offering premium processing for I-140 petitions for nurses starting their immigration process with Conexus. The I-140 petition is the first stage of the immi...

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Is Nursing Recession Proof?

​If you follow U.S. news headlines, you may see stories about the nation heading into a recession. The United States economy just had a second quarter of negative growth, which is often considered ...

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Visa Bulletin Update: September 2022 (U.S.)

​The Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of September 2022. Priority-date cutoffs will remain the same in key employment-based categories next month. USCIS confirmed th...

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Student on the F1 Visa Finds USA Sponsorship and Green Card, Continues Adventure with Family

​Kristoffer began the journey of a lifetime when he moved to the U.S. from the Philippines in 2016. He moved to Hayward, California on the F1 visa and studied at California State University, East ...

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Registered Nurse Recruitment: Visa Bulletin Update: July 2022 (U.S.)

​The U.S. Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of July 2022. Modest advancement or no movement in key categories. Final Action Dates to control employment-based eligibil...

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USCIS Announces New Actions to Reduce Backlogs, Expand Premium Processing, and Provide Relief to Work Permit Holders

WASHINGTON— U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is announcing a trio of efforts to increase efficiency and reduce burdens to the overall legal immigration system. USCIS will set new agency-wi...

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Nursing Recruiter: Visa Bulletin Update: April 2022 (U.S.)

The Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for April 2022, showing priority-date cutoffs will remain the same for all employment-based categories next month. In addition, USCIS announce...

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Nurse Recruiter: Visa USA

​​The Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of February 2022. This is the fifth bulletin of the fiscal year. See below for important dates:EB-3 Other Nationalities (CURRE...

Visa Bulletin Update January 2022
Nursing Recruiter: Visa Bulletin Update: January 2022 (U.S.)

​The Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for the month of January 2022. This is the fourth bulletin of the fiscal year. See below for important dates:EB-3 Other Nationalities (CURREN...