USCIS updated its Policy Manual to clarify how official filing deadlines are calculated for applications and responses.
The federal government has extended entry restrictions and the $100,000 payment requirement for certain H-1B visa workers through September 2027, so if you are planning to apply or travel, you may want to check official guidelines and consult a qualified legal professional.
Following a presidential executive order on birthright citizenship, the State Department is restricting B-2 visitor visas for individuals participating in or facilitating birth tourism; if you plan to travel on a visitor visa, watch for official embassy updates and consult a qualified legal service provider.
A presidential executive order directs federal agencies to scrutinize employer layoffs and increase coordination when evaluating H-1B petitions and labor condition applications.
USCIS released updated policy guidance on how officers evaluate inadmissibility related to drug trafficking, human trafficking, and money laundering.
USCIS has received enough petitions to reach the cap for H-2B temporary seasonal worker visas for the first half of fiscal year 2027, so employers planning for this period may need to wait for potential supplemental visa allocations or future filing windows.
USCIS has released detailed policy guidance on public charge evaluations and announced that green card applicants must use an updated Form I-485 (application to register permanent residence or adjust status) starting September 18, 2026. If you plan to apply, gather your financial records, watch for the release of the new form, and consult a qualified immigration lawyer or accredited legal representative for advice on your case.
A federal court ordered USCIS to temporarily resume processing pending green card applications for Diversity Visa selectees while litigation continues.
If you are from a country affected by travel ban proclamations, USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) has stopped holding applications and resumed processing following a federal court ruling. You can check your application status online, gather your case documents, and speak with a qualified legal representative for help with your next steps.