Birthright Citizenship Parameters Changed

USCIS issued a memo announcing changes to birthright citizenship parameters, children that don't have at least one permanent resident or citizen parent won't automatically be…


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Visa Bond Deposits Required by Dept. of State

The DOS is requiring fifteen thousand dollar visa bond deposits from travelers seeking B-1 & B-2 visas, no other nonimmigrant visas will be affected.


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Citizenship Test Overhaul Pushed by Immigration Officials

Top USCIS officials have expressed a desire to increase the difficulty of the citizenship test to increase the vetting process and better gauge if applicants are prepared for U.S.…


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Family-Based Immigration Update

USCIS issued multiple upgrades to family-based immigration procedures, these changes will help the agency review family visa applications more in depth to better catch fraudulent…


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Warrantless ICE Arrests Approved

ICE is conducting warrantless arrests of individuals at its own discretion, they do not have to ask a judge for an arrest warrant if they think getting one is impractical.


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DACA Self-Deportation Encouraged

The DHS is encouraging DACA recipients to self-deport in a departure from the way the agency historically handled recipients of the program.


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New Visa Fee Announced for Nonimmigrant Travelers

The new visa integrity fee applies to all nonimmigrant visas, save for people included in the visa waiver program.


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Alert: NTAs Issued for H-1B Holders

USCIS has started issuing Notice to Appear (NTA) documents to H-1B workers whose visa status was revoked or terminated, signaling a dramatic shift in how the agency handles job…


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Alien Registration Documentation Reminder

A recent announcement by the CBP serves as alien registration reminder, individuals registered with the federal government must carry proper documentation with them at all times.


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Birthright Citizenship Enforcement Block Upheld by Circuit Court

A ninth circuit court of appeals panel upheld a judicial block on enforcing the government's executive order rolling back birthright citizenship, arguing it violates the…


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