The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a key update to its guidelines for determining physical and legal custody of minors seeking to acquire U.S. citizenship. Effective November 19, 2024, the update aims to clarify and expand …
The Trump administration implemented significant changes to U.S. immigration policy, many of which aimed to restrict both legal and illegal immigration. These modifications were driven by a strong emphasis on national security, economic protectionism, and a broader effort to redefine …
Migration to the most developed countries reached an all-time high in 2023, according to a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). With 6.5 million new permanent migrants across its 38 member countries, this figure represents a …
Migrant shelters in northern Mexico are stepping up efforts in anticipation of potential deportations from the United States under the new administration of Donald Trump. Non-governmental and religious organizations are focusing on facilitating the labor reintegration of deportees and documenting …
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a significant increase in the number of H-2B visas available for fiscal year 2025. This addition of 64,716 visas will complement the 66,000 visas annually allocated by Congress, reaching the legal limit. …
Immigration in the United States has shifted from being a point of consensus to one of the most polarizing issues in today’s political discourse. However, beyond ideological differences, its impact on the nation’s future workforce and economy is undeniable. Demographic …
The incoming government of Mexico has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining its migration containment policy at the U.S. border, a measure authorities deem effective and humanitarian in approach. This announcement comes just days after Donald Trump’s electoral victory in the …
In a recent ruling, a federal judge has struck down one of the most controversial immigration policies of the Biden administration, which protected certain undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens from deportation. This policy, known as “parole in place,” allowed individuals …
Immigration has been a central issue in the 2024 U.S. presidential elections, particularly during the electoral campaign where both Democrats and Republicans have debated its impact on the economy and security. Despite controversial claims suggesting that undocumented immigrants are involved …
In September, arrests for illegal crossings at the U.S. southern border decreased by 7%, reaching the lowest level recorded in over four years. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), this decline comes amid changes to immigration and …