DHS ends the improper use of humanitarian parole and cancels the Family Reunification programs
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the cancellation of all Family Reunification Parole (FRP) programs for citizens of Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, and Honduras. The measure, published on December 12, 2025, responds to the decision to end the broad use of humanitarian parole and return to a strict case-by-case evaluation, with […]
New photo policy strengthens identity verification and combats immigration fraud
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced new guidelines that strengthen identity verification in immigration procedures. As of December 12, 2025, photographs used to issue immigration documents may not be more than three years old. This measure aims to increase national security and reduce identity fraud. You can also read. ““Trump Gold Card”: New […]
“Trump Gold Card”: New official route to permanent residence in the U.S.
The official website TrumpCard.gov presents the Trump Gold Card program, a new initiative by the U.S. government that offers an accelerated pathway to obtain permanent residence (green card). Under this program, applicants pay a non-refundable $15,000 processing fee to the Department of Homeland Security, and after passing a rigorous background check, they may contribute $1 […]
The United States strengthens rules for nonimmigrant visa interviews
The U.S. Department of State updated, effective immediately as of December 12, 2025, the instructions for nonimmigrant visa (NIV) applicants. From now on, visa interviews must, as a general rule, be scheduled at the U.S. embassy or consulate in the applicant’s country of nationality or residence. For citizens of countries where NIV visas are not […]
DHS announces the termination of TPS for Ethiopia
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported on December 12, 2025 the termination of Ethiopia’s designation for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), after concluding that the current conditions in the country no longer meet the legal requirements to maintain such protection. The decision was announced by the Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, as part of […]
