H-4 Visas to Expire at Age Twenty-One

Children of many H-1B holders face uncertainty as their H-4 visas are set to expire at the age of twenty-one, after which they'll no longer qualify as dependents.


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USCIS Policy One Hundred Days Into the Trump Presidency

Since the beginning of President Trump’s second term, USCIS actions to have supported the administration’s immigration policy. In these first one hundred days, the agency has…


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Students’ Terminated SEVIS Records Restored

The terminated SEVIS records of some international students have been restored. It's unknown which individuals these restorations affect, and students should speak their DSOs to…


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Immigration Authorities Increasing Scrutiny of H-1B Beneficiaries

The USCIS is issuing RFEs, increasing the level of scrutiny for H-1B beneficiaries. As of now, it’s unclear whether the greater levels of scrutiny are merely a passing occurrence…


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Confusion as Rising Number of U.S. Citizens Told to Leave the Country

A rising number of U.S. citizens have been told by immigration agencies to leave the country. These instances are creating a great amount of confusion, as it’s unknown if U.S.…


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Employer Guide to Supporting H-1B Employees

The Trump administration’s harder stance on immigration enforcement raises concerns among organizations with H-1B employees. The possible increase in H-1B denials coupled with the…


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Expanded DHS and FBI Involvement Driving More Green Card Holder Removals

The expansion of DHS, USCIS, and FBI engagement with immigration enforcement is facilitating removals of green card holders. This is done through wellness checks, conducted by FBI…


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F-1 Students Anticipate Visa Cancellations and Removals

F-1 visa cancellations have raised concerns among international students. Many students are receiving unannounced visa cancellations with no reason why.


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H-1B Holders Face Layoffs Along with Possibility of Removal

H-1B holders are facing mounting layoffs amid an increasingly strict immigration landscape where removal is a real possibility. They must take the necessary precautions to…


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DHS and USCIS Facing Staffing Cuts

DHS and USCIS employees are facing staff cuts after receiving an email encouraging them to resign or retire. This will increase the backlog in U.S. immigration services.


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