Immigration
Policy changes, enforcement actions, and legal developments shaping U.S. immigration in 2026. From executive orders and congressional bills to USCIS processing updates — analysis that cuts through the noise.
Bill C‑12 Receives Royal Assent, Tightening Canada’s Asylum Rules
Canada enacts Bill C-12, tightening asylum eligibility with retroactive rules and granting Cabinet new powers to suspend groups of immigration applications.
Immigration Services Continue Smoothly in UAE, GDRFA Official Says
UAE domestic immigration remains active while U.S. visa services are suspended. Emergency relief measures are in place for…
Hardening U.S. Social Climate Forces International Students to Reconsider U.S. Universities
A hardening U.S. social climate and stricter visa enforcement are driving a 30% drop in student visas, impacting…
U.S. USCIS Hits H-2B Cap, Supplemental H-2B Visas Filings Due After March 10, 2026
USCIS reaches the FY 2026 second-half H-2B cap. Supplemental visas remain available for employers meeting specific eligibility and…
Mexico Seeks Answers After Royer Pérez Jiménez, March 16, 2026, 13th Death
Mexico demands an investigation into the death of a 19-year-old in ICE custody, the 13th Mexican national to…
ICE Arrests in Immigration Courts Draw Scrutiny Under DOJ Guidance
ICE arrests in and near courthouses trigger legal disputes and a surge in missed immigration hearings, despite a…
Propublica Reports 170 Improper Immigration Arrests of U.S. Citizens
DHS denies arresting U.S. citizens despite 170+ documented cases, as noncriminal arrests surge 700% and federal courts rule…
Carney Says 100% of Student Immigration Fraud Investigations Cover 153,000 Students, 2,000 a Year
Auditor General report finds 98% of flagged student fraud went unpursued in 2023-24; PM Carney claims his government…
U.S. Collects $1 Billion in Immigration Fees as Stalled Applications Hit 2 Million
U.S. immigration system faces backlash for holding $1 billion in fees for 2 million applications stalled by policy…
Cabinet Extends IVFRT Scheme Under Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 with Rs 1,800 Crore
India extends its IVFRT immigration scheme to 2031 with a Rs 1,800 crore budget, introducing mobile services and…