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PERM Processing Times See Significant Backlog as of February 2025
The February 2025 update provides processing times for U.S. Department of Labor immigration-related applications, including H-1B, PERM, H-2B, H-2A, and CW-1 programs. Key insights include prevailing wage determination timelines, average…
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What to Do If You Get Married While Your I-485 Is Still Pending
If a primary applicant marries while their I-485 is pending, they should notify USCIS promptly, ideally within 30 days. This…
USCIS Memo Halts Immigration Applications for Many Parolees
A USCIS memo imposes an indefinite pause on processing benefits like TPS, asylum, EADs, and green cards for parolees under…
Steps to Update Your Phone Number on Your USCIS Account
To update your phone number on your USCIS account, log in, go to the "Profile" section, and edit your contact…
Could Elon Musk’s DOGE Team Target USCIS Next? Here’s What’s at Stake
Elon Musk's DOGE, known for targeting federal agencies, raises concerns over potential control of USCIS. Though no evidence suggests this…
USCIS Processing Times Likely to Rise Under New Trump Administration Policies
The Trump administration's 2025 immigration policy changes, including stricter enforcement and "Buy American, Hire American" policies, are set to increase…
Can USCIS Funding Be Halted? A Look at Its Fee-Driven Structure
USCIS is primarily funded through applicant fees, with 97% of its budget self-generated, limiting direct executive control. While the government…
President Trump’s New Orders Bring Delays, Changes to U.S. Visa Process
Recent U.S. embassy changes under President Trump's orders, including staffing cuts, enhanced screening, and operational shifts, are causing longer visa…
Trump Administration Cuts Jobs of 50 USCIS Employees
The Trump administration's workforce reduction led to over 400 job cuts at DHS, including 50 at USCIS. Agencies like FEMA…