Supreme Court to decide citizenship for children born abroad to same-sex couples
In 2026, Ireland’s Supreme Court will decide if children born via donor-assisted reproduction to same-sex couples abroad can…
Articles by & updated by Elena Marquez
Japan Has No Language Test Requirement for Permanent Residency (As of 2025)
Rumors of a new Japanese language test for permanent residency are unfounded as of December 2025. The confusion…
Germany’s 2025 asylum applications plunge; no confirmed 1600 border turnaways
In 2025, Germany's asylum landscape shifted with a nearly 50% decrease in applications. While border checks have intensified,…
Unviable wait times endanger undocumented children, warn lawyers
Policy changes in early 2025 have lengthened ORR custody stays for undocumented children. New rules regarding information sharing…
Germany reports 1,582 border-refused entrants filed asylum in 2025
This guide explains how to seek asylum in Germany following the 2025 border enforcement surge. It details why…
South Sudan TPS Ends Jan 5, 2026: Plan B Options for Holders
The U.S. is ending Temporary Protected Status for South Sudan on January 5, 2026. Roughly 210 people will…
Rare Backlog Opening Lets Eligible Applicants File for Green Card Now
When your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin, you must act fast to file for your…
Thirty New Citizens Sworn in Cedar Rapids Amid Immigration Concerns
Becoming a U.S. citizen in Cedar Rapids requires meeting residency rules, filing Form N-400, and passing an interview…
State Dept to Roll Out Religious Worker Visa Plan in January 2026
The State Department is creating a standalone visa process for religious workers to launch in January 2026. This…