The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has announced a significant policy change that will impact where immigrant visa applicants are interviewed. Beginning November 1, 2025, applicants must attend their visa interview in the consular district corresponding to their place of residence, or, if they prefer, in their country of nationality. This policy aims to streamline processing and ensure that interviews take place in the most appropriate location based on where applicants live. However, DOS noted that there will be limited exceptions to this rule. What Applicants Need to Know 1. Where to Apply: Applicants should apply for their immigrant visa…
14Oct
Immigration News: Intro to Temporary Work Visas - H-2B
18 Sep
After the Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Texas, 143 S. Ct. 1964 (2023), the path was clear for DHS to re-implement its enforcement priorities across the country. But…
29 Aug
Now that the national emergency related to COVID-19 has ended, the Department of Homeland Security is slowly phasing out the flexibilities it had put in place during the pandemic. Of…
28 Aug
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a federal law that provides a pathway for certain abused family members of U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) to apply for…
27 Aug
On August 21st, USCIS announced the launch of a new online form to request in-person appointments at local USCIS field offices without having to call the USCIS contact center. If…
23 Aug
How to Extend Employment Authorization (Work Permit)
14 Aug
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