Immigration Suspensions Spark Discrimination Concerns Amid National Security Justifications
New U.S. immigration measures for 2025-2026 impose processing pauses and re-reviews for green card applicants from specific high-risk…
EB-2 India Backlog Holds at July 2013 in February 2026 Bulletin
EB-2 India remains stalled in the February 2026 Visa Bulletin with a Final Action Date of July 15,…
Key Differences between February 2026 Visa Bulletin vs January Explained
The U.S. Department of State released the February 2026 Visa Bulletin on January 5, 2026, revealing how immigrant…
One Percent Remittance Tax Takes Effect 2026: What Immigrants Must Know
New U.S. regulations effective 2026 will tax cash-based remittances at 1%. Legitimate account-based transfers are generally exempt, though…
Judge Blocks End of TPS Protections for Relatives of U.S. Citizens
A Boston federal judge has temporarily saved the TPS program for South Sudanese immigrants, preventing immediate deportations. The…
DHS Expands Operation PARRIS in Minnesota to Review 5,600 Refugee Claims
DHS has launched Operation PARRIS in Minnesota to enhance the integrity of refugee and green card cases. The…
US Embassy in Dushanbe Confirms Green Card Lottery Suspension
The U.S. has indefinitely suspended the Green Card Lottery (Diversity Visa) program as of January 2026. Citing national…
Government Warns About Green Card Scams Amid Tougher Immigration Moves
Federal authorities are warning green card applicants about sophisticated fee scams involving fake websites and payment apps. USCIS…
U.S. Tax Residency vs Citizenship: What Truly Determines Your Taxes
The IRS taxes individuals based on their status as tax residents or nonresident aliens. Residency is triggered by…
Drug Felony Convictions: Do They Bar Green Card Applications?
Current U.S. immigration policy treats drug felonies as primary barriers to residency. Enhanced vetting through the USCIS Vetting…
What Immigrants and Students Should Know About U.S. Airport Inspections
New U.S. immigration policies effective late 2025 expand facial biometric requirements and enhance screening for work-visa holders. H-1B…
U.S. Taxes for Immigrants in 2026: Common Myths Debunked
Visa holders in 2026 face increased scrutiny regarding tax residency. Determining residency status is vital, as it triggers…
US Revises Naturalization Test: New Standards for Green Card Holders
USCIS has updated the naturalization process for 2025, introducing a more difficult 128-question civics test and stricter vetting…
What Happens After I-797 Approval Notice in 2026 Policy Changes
A new 2026 USCIS directive mandates the re-evaluation of approved and pending immigration cases for nationals from 39…