Feb 23
U.S. immigration news this week covers key developments for green card applicants, visa holders, employers, and international students. As of February 20, 2026, a funding dispute at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has raised concerns about potential processing delays. Despite this, most services at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services remain operational. Officials also clarified […]
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 […]
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