USCIS Will Require Electronic Filing for Certain Immigration Forms

The DHS released an interim final rule mandating electronic filing for certain USCIS immigration benefits request forms.


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BIA Overturns Advance Parole Travel Protections

Due to a recent decision by the Board of Immigration Appeals, traveling abroad on advance parole now triggers a three to ten year unlawful presence bar from re-entering the U.S.


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The Department of State Makes Visa Bond Program Permanent

The Department of State formally implemented the visa bond program for individuals applying for B-1 or B-2 visitors visa.


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State Department Proposes Changes to J-1 Visa Termination Rules

The U.S. Department of State proposed a rule increasing its authority within J-1 visa termination decisions.


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DHS Advances Proposal Eliminating Grace Period for Nonimmigrant Workers

The DHS proposed eliminating the 60 day grace period for nonimmigrant workers that lose their job in the U.S.


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BIA Clarifies Limits of Asylum Claims

The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled persecution on account of military conscription doesn't apply to asylum claims.


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Additional Biometric Fee Now Applies to H-1B and L-1 Extension

The DHS expanded the Biometric entry-exit fee requirement to individuals filing for H-1B and L-1 visa extension.


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New Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship and Birth Tourism

The U.S. government enacted two executive orders rolling back birthright citizenship for children whose parents are proven foreign agents.


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Employers Fear Immigrant Worker Shortage

Employers fear a possible immigrant worker shortage due the amount of people losing employment authorization with the termination of Haiti's TPS designation.


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Asylum Application Updated

USCIS released a new version of the Application for Asylum and for Withholding Removal effective as of July 28, 2026.


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