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Enacted and Proposed U.S. Visa Fees for 2026: What Changes Lie Ahead

Public Law 119-21 creates a minimum $250 Visa Integrity Fee for most nonimmigrant visas, indexed to inflation from FY2026. ESTA…

H-1B Portability in 2025–2026: How to Change Employers

Under AC21, H-1B holders can start with a new employer when a nonfrivolous I-129 is filed and receipted, provided they…

HUD Rule Bans FHA Loans for Non-Permanent Residents (H-1B/OPT)

Mortgagee Letter 2025-09 (March 26, 2025) excludes non‑permanent residents—including H-1B and OPT holders—from FHA loans. Mandatory for FHA case numbers…

Debunking the Top 10 U.S. Immigration Myths of 2025

In 2025, common US immigration myths persist: H-1B visas still issue with tougher checks and a $100,000 filing fee; green…

How to Avoid Common Immigration Scams and Fraud

Immigration scams are unfortunately common and continue to evolve in more sophisticated ways. Scammers often impersonate government agencies or legal…

New Zealand Working Holiday Visa 2025: Eligibility, Updates, and Steps

October 2025 updates increase some quotas and permit up to 23-month stays for certain nationalities, while imposing stricter health/character checks…

Canada 395k vs US Backlogs: 2025 Immigration Race Update

In 2025 Canada prioritizes a points-based, predictable immigration model aiming for 395,000 PRs and faster in-country transitions. The U.S. offers…

Update Address on Indian Passport via Reissue on Passport Seva

Update your passport address by applying for a reissue on the Passport Seva Portal, booking a PSK/POPSK appointment, uploading valid…