Feb 23
The March 2026 Visa Bulletin introduced a major advancement in two employment-based green card categories. The update was issued by the U.S. Department of State and confirmed for filing eligibility by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. EB-2 India moved forward by about 11 months, allowing many applicants with priority dates in 2014 to move closer […]
Feb 18
In February 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) experienced a funding lapse after congressional negotiations stalled over immigration policy reforms. This has triggered a partial government shutdown that affects immigration services differently depending on how each agency is funded and authorized to operate during lapses in appropriations. Key Takeaways USCIS continues processing most immigration […]
Feb 13
USCIS has released updated guidance explaining how the $100,000 fee introduced under the September 21, 2025, Presidential Proclamation applies to certain H-1B petitions. It applies only to new H‑1B petitions filed for workers outside the U.S. Existing H‑1B holders, extensions, and many change-of-status petitions inside the U.S. are generally exempt. The $100,000 H-1B visa fee […]
Feb 11
On January 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) stated that, effective January 21, 2026, it will suspend issuing immigrant visas to nationals from 75 countries. These countries are considered “high risk” for using public benefits. The move has introduced uncertainty for thousands of applicants worldwide, particularly those who have already completed interviews or […]
Feb 5
Recent federal policy changes on the public charge rule are creating uncertainty for green-card applicants and immigrant families across the United States. At the heart of the debate is a proposal to eliminate clear federal guidance on which public benefits count in future immigration decisions. Critics warn this could discourage lawful immigrants and even U.S. […]
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