Green Card
Priority date movement, processing time updates, and policy changes for U.S. permanent residency. Covers employment-based (EB-1 through EB-5), family-sponsored, and diversity visa green card categories.
February 2025 Visa Bulletin: Green Card Updates for Indians
The February 2025 U.S. Visa Bulletin offers slight advancements for Indian green card applicants in EB-2 and EB-3 categories, reducing wait times by two weeks. However, challenges like oversubscription, policy…
How to Request Cross-Chargeability for Green Card
To request cross-chargeability during the U.S. green card process, confirm eligibility, gather necessary documents (birth, marriage certificates, visa…
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…
Supreme Court Allows Visa Revocations for Sham Marriages
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Department of Homeland Security has broad authority to revoke visas, especially…
Marriage-Based Green Card Application Without a Lawyer: Document Checklist
Applying for a marriage-based green card without a lawyer requires careful document preparation. Start by gathering necessary forms,…
Missing in Mystery: Did Hannah Kobayashi Fall into a Green Card Marriage Trap?
Hannah Kobayashi's disappearance from Hawaii, now tied to a potential green card marriage scam, is under FBI and…
Working Outside the US While Waiting for a Green Card
Yes, you may work for your employer outside the U.S. while waiting for your green card, but it…
Automatic Extension of Immigrant Work Permits Explained
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) extended automatic work permit renewals from 180 to 540 days, effective…
Can a Naturalized U.S. Citizen Lose Citizenship? Denaturalization Rules Today
The Trump administration has expanded denaturalization in 2026, using enhanced vetting to revoke citizenship for fraud or undisclosed…
USCIS Analysis: Impact on STEM Professionals in EB2 NIW Cases
The USCIS's approach to EB2 NIW petitions, crucial for STEM professionals, may misalign with U.S. long-term technological needs,…