Jim Grey
US Government Shutdown: How It Affects Visa Applications
A potential U.S. government shutdown may disrupt visa application processes, especially those involving the Department of Labor. Most…
How much will it cost US Government to Deport a Single Illegal Immigrant?
Deporting a single person from the U.S. costs between $14,000 and $20,000. This includes arrest and apprehension ($10,000–$12,000),…
USCIS Emergency Flexibilities Guidance Update
USCIS updated its policy to offer more flexibilities for immigration benefit requestors during emergencies, aiming to help those…
North Carolina Pulls $22M Infosys Grant Over Missed Hiring Promise
Infosys cancelled a $22.4M North Carolina grant after failing to meet its hiring goal of 2,000 jobs due…
Specialty Occupation H-1B Visa Rule Update Under White House Review
The H-1B visa program is undergoing final review by the White House, aiming to modernize and streamline the…
J-1 Visa Holders: Easier Pathways to H-1B and Green Card
The U.S. Department of State now allows J-1 visa holders from 34 countries, including China and India, to…
Portugal Schengen Visa Delays Frustrate International Students
International students in Portugal face significant Schengen visa delays due to a transition from SEF to AIMA, creating…
Judge Rules in Favor of Treez Inc. on H-1B Visa Case
A U.S. District Judge in California ruled in favor of Treez Inc., a software company for state-legal cannabis…
US Universities Urge International Students to Return Before Donald Trump Inauguration
Ahead of Donald Trump's 2025 inauguration, U.S. universities urge international students to return, fearing potential immigration policy changes.…
Lufthansa’s New Policy Leaves H1B Travelers Stranded
Lufthansa's policy requiring a valid H1B visa stamp has caused confusion for travelers between the U.S. and India.…
NRI Businessman Charged for Exploiting Air Hostess in Alappuzha
An NRI businessman in Alappuzha, Kerala, is accused of deceiving an air hostess into a sexual relationship under…
Taiwan Grants Visa-Free Entry to Paraguay Nationals
Taiwan has removed visa requirements for Paraguay and Kosovo, effective December 1, 2024, to bolster international ties and…
Japan Eases Visa Requirements for Chinese Visitors
Japan plans to ease visa requirements for Chinese visitors to boost exchanges, potentially announced during Foreign Minister Iwaya's…
South Korea’s Martial Law Move: What You Need to Know
In December 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing opposition threats to national security.…
USCIS Announces FY 2025 H-1B Cap Reached
USCIS has reached the FY 2025 H-1B cap with 65,000 regular visas and 20,000 advanced degree exemptions filled.…