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
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a new pathway for some Venezuelans to obtain temporary lawful status in the U.S., while at the same time expanding…
27 Oct
1. Why are we suing? What is this case about? We are looking to assist individuals who have filed Form I-601A, Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers with USCIS more…
27 Oct
With the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program having spent years in legal limbo, the Department of Homeland Security on September 28, 2021 published a notice of proposed rulemaking. …
26 Oct
When a lawful permanent resident applies for citizenship in the United States, they are required to pass two tests: an English test and a U.S. history and civics test. If…
25 Oct
Advance Parole Mandamus Case FAQ Thank you for your interest in our new lawsuit challenging USCIS’ delay in adjudicating advance parole applications filed on Form 1-131. Ready to sign up…
17 Oct
EAD Delays (Kang v. DHS) Round 2 FAQ Thank you for your interest in our new lawsuit challenging USCIS’ delay in adjudicating EADs (I-765 work permit applications). On November 8,…
17 Oct
September 17-23 marked Citizenship Day and Constitution Week at United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The agency reports that over 19,000 new citizens were sworn in during the week,…
27 Sep
Border state governors ignited a political spectacle this year by shipping human beings from the U.S. border into areas like Washington, D.C., New York City, and Chicago.[1] The individuals they…
26 Sep
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