United States Upgrades SAVE Database to Verify Immigration Status
On April 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in collaboration with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), announced a comprehensive update to the SAVE system (Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements). This system, used by government agencies to verify the immigration status of non-citizens, has been […]
Reintegration of Deported Migrants: An Urgent and Overlooked Challenge
Each year, thousands of people are deported from the United States to their home countries in Mexico and Central America. While media and political attention often focus on detention and removal processes, a critical part of the migration phenomenon is left in the shadows: the reintegration of returnees. According to the Migration Policy Institute (MPI), […]
Updated Guide to Applying for a Marriage-Based Green Card in 2025
The marriage-based Green Card is one of the most common ways to obtain permanent residency in the United States. This document allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to live and work in the country permanently, and eventually apply for citizenship. With the recent updates implemented in 2025, it’s important to […]
U.S. Resumes Deportations to Venezuela Following Bilateral Agreement
A recent agreement between the United States and Venezuela has allowed for the resumption of deportation flights of Venezuelan migrants. After weeks of suspension, a plane carrying 199 repatriated Venezuelan citizens landed this past Monday at Simón Bolívar Airport, near Caracas. Background of the Suspension The deportation flights were halted after the Trump administration revoked […]
Trump Strengthens Immigration Policy: Data and Initial Results
Since his return to the White House on January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump has implemented a series of measures focused on immigration control. His administration has intensified security along the Mexican border, increased the arrests of undocumented immigrants, and accelerated deportations. Below is an analysis of key figures and the impact of these actions. […]
USCIS Reaches Cap for H-2B Visas for the Second Half of Fiscal Year 2025
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it has reached the cap for H-2B visas available for the second half of fiscal year 2025. As of March 5, 2025, USCIS will no longer accept new petitions subject to the statutory cap with employment start dates between April 1 and October 1, 2025. […]
U.S. Launches Global Campaign Against Illegal Immigration
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has launched a new international campaign aimed at deterring undocumented immigration and warning about potential deportations. With a multimillion-dollar budget, this initiative began on March 15, 2025, and will be distributed in multiple formats and platforms worldwide. Also, you may be interested in: “CBP Awards Contract for Border […]
Venezuela Suspends Deportation Flights from the U.S. Following Chevron’s Exit
The recent decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to revoke the license allowing oil company Chevron to operate in Venezuela has had significant repercussions on bilateral relations. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced that repatriation flights for Venezuelan migrants from the United States have been suspended due to this measure. Maduro described the revocation of Chevron’s […]
US Justice Department sues New York over immigration policy
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against New York State over alleged failures in its enforcement of federal immigration law. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the lawsuit at a news conference Wednesday, saying the state law contradicts federal rules. You might also like: “Florida toughens laws against illegal immigration” Reasons for the lawsuit […]
Changes in H-1B and H-2B Visas: What You Need to Know for 2025
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced significant changes to the H-1B and H-2 employment visa programs. These modifications, set to take effect on January 17, 2025, aim to modernize processes, provide greater flexibility for employers and workers, and strengthen labor protections. You may also like: “Can Venezuelans with Canceled TPS Apply for […]
