January 2025

The immigration landscape for H-4 and L-2 dependents is about to undergo a significant transformation as the Edakunni v. Mayorkas settlement approaches its expiration on January 18, 2025. This development carries substantial implications for dependent visa holders and their employment authorization status in the United States.

USCIS has recently issued two significant final rules that will affect certain Employment Authorization Document (EAD) holders and H-1B “cap-gap” beneficiaries. These changes aim to address processing delays and improve the efficiency of immigration procedures.