On October 15, 2025, USCIS announced that it will implement a new fee — of US $1,000 — for the temporary stay permit (commonly called “humanitarian parole”) granted under the authority of the law known as H.R. 1. This measure …
On October 17, 2025, a Chicago district judge imposed a new measure requiring federal immigration agents to use body-worn cameras during immigration enforcement activities, including interactions with the public. The order responds to concerns about previous noncompliance with a court …
In October 2025, ASAP (Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project) published a summary of the significant regulatory change from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR / Immigration Court) regarding the fees that affect asylum …
During the week of October 16, 2025, USCIS Director Joseph Edlow stated that the agency is reviewing the social media of people applying for immigration benefits to detect “anti-American views” and activity considered “beyond the pale.” Although USCIS says this …
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has filed a lawsuit against the new fee imposed by the administration, arguing that it is illegal and will severely affect companies that rely on foreign talent. This could alter the costs and access to …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
