Hi [FORMATTED_FIRST_NAME GOES HERE],
Happy Friday. ✨
Soundarya here, founder of unshackled.club. :)
In case you missed it, here's the newsletter from this week.
In case you missed it, Unshackled merged with Greencard Inc. a few weeks ago, another startup -- founded by EB-1A recipients -- meant to help more immigrants obtain talent visas.
In the coming months, you can expect the following from us:
- Publishing high-quality courses & content around talent visas
- Launching a podcast with EB1/O1 holders & experts in general
- Democratizing access to services for profile-building
- Launching a copilot program for personalized support
- Building a tech product backed by AI for recommendations and more.
If you're an EB1/O1/NIW aspirant looking for personalized 1:1 support, book a free evaluation call with us here.
Now, onto the newsletter.
You're receiving this email as part of the Unshackled weekly newsletter. Immigration is a complex world. So every Wednesday, I simplify that by sharing breaking news, free webinar invites, & latest trends. If you find value in reading it, forward this to a lucky friend. If this was forwarded to you, get your own here! Read all the past editions here. 💃 |
This week's TL;DR
📌 UNfold: Breaking news
US State Department announces end of EB-5 visa availability for FY 2024
The US State Department, in partnership with USCIS, recently confirmed that all available visas in the Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) unreserved category for the fiscal year 2024 were issued on October 1, 2024.
As of August 12, 2024, USCIS has received 9,120 H-2B petitions out of the 33,000 available for the first half of FY 2025. This includes 2,440 approved petitions and 6,680 pending ones. USCIS continues to accept petitions for employment starting on or after October 1, 2024. If the cap isn't met, unused visas will be available for the second half of the fiscal year.
New Zealand introduces a new temporary visa for seasonal workers
New Zealand has introduced a new subcategory of the Specific Purpose Work Visa to help employers hire workers during seasonal peaks. This temporary visa will be granted for up to nine months for seasonal work that is directly affected by the weather conditions, such as harvesting, ski instruction, or tree planting.
🎁 UNlock: Resources
[Masterclass recording] Crafting compelling narratives for the decision-makers
We hosted a masterclass featuring Tamanna Ramesh, a former food scientist turned business strategist and career coach, who obtained her green card in under 8 years in the U.S. Despite lacking a Ph.D., a track record of citations, or any patents, she successfully obtained approval for her NIW and, later, EB1B while working in the food industry. Through Spark Career Services, Tamanna supports individuals in early and mid-career, as well as immigrants and budding entrepreneurs, with their unique career challenges.
Join this free webinar hosted by Legal Pad to learn how to open a new office in the U.S. and bring your employees from your home country using an L-1 work visa. They’ll explain the steps you need to take, answer your questions, and give you tips for a smooth process. Whether you’re a business owner or part of the team, this is a great chance to get clear, practical advice. Sign up now to save your spot!
In this JobMakers episode, Denzil Mohammed interviews Lindsay Milliken, who highlights the current labor market's unique challenges with low unemployment and high job openings, especially in hospitality, healthcare, and education. She emphasizes the critical role of immigrants in the workforce and advocates for updating Schedule A to expedite green cards for high-demand jobs. Milliken also cites Utah as a model for successful immigrant integration.
💫 UNcover: Latest trends
🪄 UNveil: This week’s partner
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⚖️ Finally, looking to consult with a lawyer?
Finding a trusted, vetted lawyer is hard. We've done the hard work by curating a list of 5 top attorneys we recommend consulting with. Whether you're looking for an EB-1A profile evaluation or to set up your business as a student, this is for you. Book a consultation today!
Until next week, stay superb.
Yours truly,
Soundarya 💚
💡 None of the information shared in this newsletter is meant to be legal advice. If you're looking for legal advice, speak to a lawyer, or hit reply and let me know so I can connect you with one.