No Lawsuits Filed Against Weighted H-1B Lottery

Despite widespread criticism by lawyers, the weighted H-1B selection lottery hasn't been challenged in court and will affect the FY2027 H-1B cap lottery.


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An Overlooked Opportunity for Founders: The H-1B Entrepreneur Path

The H-1B entrepreneur pathway gives prospective beneficiaries more freedom from government scrutiny than the standard H-1B petition process.


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Automatic Dismissal of Immigration Appeals Cases Blocked

A federal judge blocked the DOJ's proposed rule giving the BIA power to reject immigration appeals without reviewing them beforehand.


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Few Employers Pay the New H-1B Fee

Since its implementation last September, fewer than seventy employers have paid the new $100,000 H-1B fee.


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Circuit Court Voids BIA Validity of Evidence Decision

The First Circuit Court ruled the BIA erred in not verifying the authenticity appellant's evidence before making a decision.


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USCIS Updates Form I-129 ahead of H-1B Registration

USCIS updated the I-129 petition form to make it easier for immigration agents to assign H-1B applicants a wage level as part of the new lottery rules.


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Third Country Removals Ruled Unlawful

A federal judge ruled arbitrary third country removals are unlawful and the government must try to remove individuals to their country of origin first.


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Block Against Unannounced ICE Site Visits Lifted

A federal judge blocked the DHS policy requiring members of Congress to notify immigration authorities of intended ICE site visits at least one week in advance.


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FY2027 H-1B Cap Registration Period Begins

The H-1B registration period for the 2027 financial years is now underway and will last until March 19, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.


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DOS Public Charge Policy Notice

The new public charge rule lets the DOS deny visa applicants based on their likelihood to overly rely on government benefits.


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