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US Pauses Immigration Applications for 39 Countries and the Palestinian Authority
A new USCIS adjudication pause effective January 2026 freezes decisions on work permits (I-765) and green cards (I-485) for specific…
US Tightens B1/B2 Visa Rules for 38 Countries, Bangladesh and Nepal Included
A new U.S. policy effective January 21, 2026, requires B1/B2 visa applicants from 38 countries to post refundable bonds of…
Minnesota Sues Administration to Block Surge of Federal Immigration Agents
Minnesota has sued the federal government to block 'Operation Metro Surge,' an enforcement push involving 2,000 agents. While DHS claims…
Renouncing U.S. Citizenship in Czechia: High Fees, Long Delays Ahead
For Americans in Czechia, giving up citizenship at the Prague Embassy requires a $2,350 non-refundable fee and a formal oath.…
UAE 2026 Visa Reforms: AI Specialist Pathways and Indian Entry Rules
The UAE is attracting AI talent with a new 3-year specialist visa and expanded access for Indian nationals. Meanwhile, the…
H-1B Layoff Threat Sends PERM Process Into Chaos, Experts Warn
The U.S. is implementing major immigration reforms including a $100,000 fee for certain H-1B visas, a wage-based selection process starting…
Kuwait Unveils E-Services to Simplify Visa and Residency Transfers
Kuwait has moved visa and residency services to a digital-first model via the MoI portal and Sahel app. This reform…
Nationwide Protests Rise as Immigration Policies Tighten Under New Measures
The 'ICE Out' rallies represent a massive response to federal enforcement shootings in early 2026. As protesters demand change, DHS…