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Federal Court Blocks $100,000 H-1B Fee, But Temporarily Pauses Full Effect of Ruling

Federal Court Blocks $100,000 H-1B Fee, But Temporarily Pauses Full Effect of Ruling

A federal court has ruled that the federal government lacked authority to impose a  $100,000 fee on certain new H-1B petitions and H-1B workers seeking visa issuance abroad. The decision…

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USCIS Resumes Processing for Nationals of 39 Countries Following Federal Court Order, While Appeal Moves Forward 

USCIS Resumes Processing for Nationals of 39 Countries Following Federal Court Order, While Appeal Moves Forward 

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has resumed processing certain immigration benefit applications for nationals of 39 designated countries following a federal court order in Dorcas v. USCIS. The development…

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USCIS Confirms It Will Comply With the Dorcas Vacatur of the Country Hold Policies

USCIS Confirms It Will Comply With the Dorcas Vacatur of the Country Hold Policies

On June 5, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island decided Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island v. USCIS, No. 26-cv-132-JJM-PAS, holding that USCIS violated the…

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New Visa Interview Questions Could Affect Future Travelers to the United States

New Visa Interview Questions Could Affect Future Travelers to the United States

Multiple news agencies reported at the end of April 2026 that the U.S. Department of State  recently began directing consular officers to ask additional questions during certain visa interviews, signaling…

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Your Friendly Reminder in This Election Year: Do Not Register to Vote or Sign Voter Petitions if You Are Not a U.S. Citizen

Your Friendly Reminder in This Election Year: Do Not Register to Vote or Sign Voter Petitions if You Are Not a U.S. Citizen

As the 2026 midterm election season ramps up, noncitizens should be especially careful and refrain from signing any form that requires the signer to be a U.S. citizen. Election season…

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New USCIS Memo Attacking Adjustment of Status: What It Says and Why It Doesn’t Change as Much as It Implies

New USCIS Memo Attacking Adjustment of Status: What It Says and Why It Doesn’t Change as Much as It Implies

On May 21, 2026, USCIS issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199, reminding officers that adjustment of status under INA § 245 is “a matter of discretion and administrative grace” not intended to supersede…

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Know Your Rights When Returning to the U.S. as a Green Card Holder

Know Your Rights When Returning to the U.S. as a Green Card Holder

Lawful permanent residents (LPRs), commonly known as green card holders, generally have the right to return to the United States after international travel. However, recent increases in enforcement at U.S.…

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USCIS Policy Change Bars Telephonic Representation by Attorneys

USCIS Policy Change Bars Telephonic Representation by Attorneys

A recent USCIS policy change will significantly affect how applicants are represented at interviews. Beginning May 18, 2026, USCIS will generally no longer allow attorneys and accredited representatives to appear…

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