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2026 USCIS and Consular Processing Outlook: Visa Bulletin Trends and Planning
The U.S. is replacing the random H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection process on February 27, 2026. This reform prioritizes…
Green Card Changes in 2025: Biometric Entry-Exit and Reexaminations
New 2025 USCIS policies have extended green card processing to 10–24 months. Key impacts include mandatory facial recognition, stricter reentry…
Green Card Holders Exempt from New 2026 Visa Travel Restrictions
The U.S. government is expanding travel restrictions to 39 nations starting January 1, 2026. Green card holders are exempt, but…
New Biometric Exit Rules Apply to Most Non-Citizens at U.S. Ports
A new CBP rule effective December 26, 2025, mandates biometric and photo capture for nearly all non-citizens at U.S. entry…
Chicago Immigration Detention Ruling: Bond Hearings Replace Mass Release
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals has heightened immigration enforcement risks in Chicago by requiring individualized bond hearings rather than…
Google to ramp up PERM-based green cards for H-1B workers in 2026
Google plans to restart its employer-sponsored green card program in 2026. The company will prioritize office-based employees with high performance…
Rare Backlog Opening Lets Eligible Applicants File for Green Card Now
When your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin, you must act fast to file for your green card.…
Tax Mistakes at Each Immigration Stage: From F-1 to Green Card
The journey from international student to green card holder involves significant tax changes. As residency status shifts, individuals move from…