Lawyer Says Visa Mix-Up Led ICE Detention of Everett Mom
On July 24, 2025, Sarah Shaw and her six-year-old son were detained at the land border when her…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
Looking for an Immigration Lawyer? How to Spot Common Scams
Starting July 1, 2025, states enacted measures against immigration scams impersonating ICE and USCIS. Verify lawyers with state…
Singapore PR for Indians: Official SGD120 Fee, Online e-PR Process
As of August 2025, Singapore PR costs SGD 120 and must be filed online via ICA’s e-PR with…
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Affects International Students’ Visas and Costs
OBBBA (signed July 4, 2025) raised the DS-160 fee to $250 effective July 22, 2025; SEVIS remains $350,…
No New Signature Scrutiny in 2025 U.S. Visa Policy, Official Guidance
Rumors about a new signature-only U.S. visa hurdle are unfounded. By August 14, 2025, State and USCIS made…
US Warns H-2A Workers of Serious Legal Consequences for Violations
USCIS alerted H-2A workers that job abandonment or not reporting to designated employers can trigger ICE enforcement and…
Do USCIS Officers Check Your Phone During Interviews in 2025?
USCIS typically focuses on filed evidence and does not routinely search phones during interviews; requests are rare and…
DHS Proposes Ending Duration of Status for F and J Visa Holders
DHS’s June 27, 2025 proposal would end Duration of Status for F, J, and I classifications, imposing fixed…
2025 Immigration Law Brings Registration, $45B for Detention, and New Fees
Major 2025 changes: EO 14159 mandates alien registration for non‑citizens staying 30+ days via Form G‑325R and proof…