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ICE Arrests at USCIS Interviews: What You Need to Know
Recent reports confirm a concerning trend: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has significantly increased arrests at scheduled interviews and…
H-1B Filing Alert: Ensure Valid USCIS Wet Signatures to Avoid RFEs
As we move through H-1B cap season, foreign nationals and U.S. employers must remain vigilant about an often-overlooked requirement: valid…
Clarifying U.S. Entry Rules for Indian Nationals: What the Embassy Really Said
Recent social media posts from the U.S. Embassy have stirred confusion among Indian travelers and visa holders. Media headlines have…
USCIS Releases June 2025 Adjustment of Status Filing Chart
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published the “When to File Your Adjustment of Status” chart for June…
June 2025 Visa Bulletin
The U.S. Department of State has released the June 2025 Visa Bulletin, offering critical insights for applicants pursuing family-based, employment-based,…
Visa and Passport Changes Under Executive Orders on Gender Policy
Recent executive orders from the White House are reshaping how the U.S. Department of State processes visa and passport applications….
DHS Terminates TPS for Afghanistan: What Afghan Nationals in the U.S. Need to Know
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has formally announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghanistan, effective…
Smart Filing Strategies for FY2026 H-1B Cap-Subject Petitions
The FY2026 H-1B cap season is well underway, and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has confirmed it has…
Travel Requirements in Prevailing Wage Determinations PWD s : Updated Guidance for 2025
For employers and foreign nationals navigating the PERM labor certification process, clarity around prevailing wage levels is essential. One key…
How U.S. Employers Can Prepare for a USCIS Administrative Site Visit
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), through its Fraud Detection and National Security (FDNS) Directorate, conducts random and targeted…