DHS Confirms Review of OPT and STEM OPT
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed in an internal letter dated January 9, 2026 that it is re‑evaluating the scope and duration of Optional Practical
Read More »DOS Issues “Preventing Public Benefits Reliance” Notice
The US Department of State (DOS) has issued a notice reminding visa applicants and nonimmigrant visa holders of long-standing public charge provisions under US immigration
Read More »DOS Limits Services at the US Embassy in Lebanon
The US Department of State has directed the departure of non‑emergency US government personnel and the family members of government employees from Beirut as of February 23
Read More »DHS Implements Emergency Measures Affecting Travelers During Ongoing Government Shutdown
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced several temporary operational measures impacting travelers during the current federal government shutdown. These
Read More »DHS Proposes New Restrictions on Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released proposed regulations that would significantly limit access to employment authorization for asylum seekers in the United
Read More »March 2026 Visa Bulletin Released
In the March 2026 Visa Bulletin, Final Action Dates for Worldwide (All Other) remain unchanged for EB-1; while EB-2, EB-3 advance. Final Action Dates for China remain
Read More »USCIS Reaches Cap for First Allocation of H‑2B Visas of FY 2026
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it has reached the cap for the additional 18,490 H‑2B visas available under the first returning‑worker
Read More »DHS Terminates TPS for Yemen
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Yemen. The termination will take effect 60 days after the
Read More »TSA Introduces TSA ConfirmID
The Transportation Security Administration has implemented its new alternative identity verification system, TSA ConfirmID. With the new system, air travelers within the
Read More »Supreme Court to Hear Birthright Citizenship Case on April 1
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments on the Trump administration’s birthright citizenship executive order on April 1, 2026. The court is expected to issue a
Read More »DOJ Issues Interim Final Rule Restructuring BIA Appellate Procedures
The US Department of Justice’s Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has published an interim final rule that significantly restructures appellate procedures
Read More »Judge Bars DHS from Using Chemical Munitions on Press and Protesters at ICE Sites
Judge Michael H. Simon of the US District Court for the District of Oregon issued an order barring DHS agents from using chemical or other munitions against protesters and
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