According to a USCIS fact sheet, 200,000 of 250,000 Temporary Protected Status (TPS) visas and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for El Salvadorans currently in the United States have been approved for re-registration.  Approximately 15,000 of those same requests were denied. Those still awaiting the arrival of their new EAD after having been to a biometrics appointment should have received or will soon receive a 90-day card until USCIS completes the application process, or they will receive notification of any remaining requirements that they have failed to meet. Those who have scheduled but who have not been to a biometrics appointment will receive a sticker for their current EAD that will extend its validity until December of this year. These stickers may only be obtained at Application Support Centers. Any TPS re-registrant who fails to appear at an ASC risks denial of their application and withdrawal of their current TPS.

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As stated in a Notice to the Public from the Toronto consulate regarding Australian E-3 Visas, the Consulate will process these visas after the completion of required systems upgrades.  Treaty Visa Unit will not manage these visas.  The E-3 visa is most comparable to the H-1B1, and will be dealt with similar to the work visas such as H and L.  Anyone interested in applying for an E-3 visa must schedule an appointment through the following contact information.



In Canada call: 1-900-451-2778 (charges apply)

In the United States call: 1-900-443-3131 (charges apply)

Or go online at: www.nvars.com