New H-1B Process: Weighted Selection Instead of Pure Lottery
On September 24, 2025, USCIS published in the Federal Register a proposal to change the way H-1B cap-subject petitions are selected. Instead of a random lottery, a weighted system would be applied, giving more chances to those offering higher wages. You can also read: “DOL Firewall Project: Protecting the Highly Skilled U.S. Workforce” How Would […]
DOL Firewall Project: Protecting the Highly Skilled U.S. Workforce
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) launched the Firewall Project, an enforcement initiative focused on monitoring the use of H-1B visas to ensure that employers prioritize qualified American workers and comply with existing regulations. You can also read: “New DHS Milestone: Over 2 Million Undocumented Immigrants Out of the U.S. in Less Than 250 Days” […]
New DHS Milestone: Over 2 Million Undocumented Immigrants Out of the U.S. in Less Than 250 Days
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a significant result in immigration policy: since January 20 of this year, more than 2 million undocumented immigrants have either been formally expelled or have self-expelled from U.S. territory, all within a period of less than 250 days. You can also read: “Gold Card: The New Immigration Program […]
“Gold Card”: The New Immigration Program with Million-Dollar Donations Announced by Trump
President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order to create the Gold Card program, which will allow the expedited processing of immigrant visas for those who make substantial donations to the United States. You can also read: “USCIS Updates Guidelines on Military Naturalization” Main Points of the Program Justification and Political Narrative The White House […]
USCIS Updates Guidelines on Military Naturalization
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced key changes in the military naturalization guidelines, aligned with new provisions from the Department of War and recent instructions from the Armed Forces. You can also read: “Restriction of Entry for Certain Nonimmigrant Workers: What You Need to Know” Key Points of the Update What does this […]
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers: What You Need to Know
On September 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation restricting the entry of certain nonimmigrant workers under the H-1B visa. The stated goal is to curb what is described as abuses of the system, particularly in technology companies, and to protect the U.S. labor market. You may also read: “USCIS Unveils the First […]
USCIS Unveils the First Changes to the Naturalization Test: What Do They Mean for Applicants?
On September 17, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced modifications to the naturalization test as part of a multi-phase review of U.S. citizenship standards. These reforms aim to update and strengthen the process to ensure that new citizens fully understand the history, government, and fundamental principles of the United States. You may also […]
DHS Proposes Fixed Admission Period for Students, Exchange Visitors, and Media
On August 28, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed regulation that seeks to change the length of stay in the U.S. for those entering with a student visa (F), exchange visitor visa (J), or foreign media representative visa (I). You may also read: “Changes to the Registration Fee for the U.S. […]
Changes to the Registration Fee for the U.S. Diversity Visa (DV) Program
On September 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of State published a final rule modifying the Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, introducing an important change to the Diversity Visa (DV) program. You may also read: “USCIS Announces the Cancellation of Temporary Protected Status for Syria: What You Need to Know“ What does the new rule […]
USCIS Announces the Cancellation of Temporary Protected Status
On September 19, 2025, the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Kristi Noem, announced that the designation of Syria under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) will be canceled. This decision marks an important policy shift for thousands of Syrians who had received humanitarian protection due to the prolonged conflicts in their country. You may […]
