Immigration Blog

In a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy, President Donald Trump has announced a new “Gold Card” visa program, set to launch in two weeks. This initiative offers a pathway to U.S. citizenship for affluent foreign nationals willing to invest $5 million, effectively replacing the existing EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Introducing the $5 Million “Gold […]

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USCIS has announced that the initial registration period for the FY 2026 H-1B cap will open at noon Eastern on March 7, 2025. Key Highlights: Registration Period: March 7, 2025, to March 24, 2025. Registration Fee: $215 per beneficiary. Account Setup: Employers without a USCIS online account must create one to participate. Selection Notifications: USCIS […]

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The FY 2026 H-1B cap registration period will open on March 7, 2025, and close on March 24, 2025. During this period, prospective H-1B cap-subject employers must use a USCIS online account to register each beneficiary electronically for the H-1B lottery. A registration fee of $215 is required for each registration submitted. Below are the […]

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In a historic move, the U.S. President and Executive Branch are implementing significant restrictions on birthright citizenship through a new policy aimed at redefining who qualifies as a U.S. citizen at birth. This shift directly impacts foreign-origin professionals, students, and temporary visa holders residing in the United States. What Does the Proposed Policy Change Mean? […]

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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published a Final Rule aimed at modernizing and improving the efficiency of the H-1B program, adding benefits, flexibilities, and improved integrity measures. The provisions of the new rule, which will be effective 1/17/25, mainly amend the regulations governing the H–1B program, although some of the provisions impact […]

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