Visa Verge
DHS Streamlines H-2A Filings for Agricultural Employers Under New Rule
Effective October 2, 2025, DHS allows USCIS to start reviewing certain H-2A petitions after DOL issues an acceptance…
Etihad weighs A350 and A330neo orders ahead of Dubai Airshow
Etihad is negotiating a widebody order with Airbus for A350s and A330neos, possibly unveiled at Dubai Airshow 2025,…
Congressman to Unveil Tough Bill: Calls for Immigration Freeze Amid H-1B Debate
Rep. Chip Roy will propose a complete immigration freeze tied to reforms: end H-1B visas, redesign family migration,…
MAGA ramps up pushback against Trump’s 2025 immigration agenda
MAGA leaders opposed Trump’s 2025 immigration agenda, which promotes nationwide expedited removals, stronger border and interior enforcement, and…
American Airlines COO: Cancellations Simply Unacceptable Amid Shutdown
A prolonged government shutdown forced American Airlines to cancel nearly 1,400 flights and expand cuts to 10% starting…
Connecticut and 19 States Challenge Trump’s Flawed Deportation Policy
Connecticut joined a 19‑state amicus brief in April 2025 challenging an 'Ideological Deportation Policy' that reportedly revoked over…
IRCC 2025 Work Permit Extensions: Apply Online, Implied Status
Starting November 15, 2025, IRCC mandates online-only work permit extensions. Apply up to 180 days before expiry; implied…
Trump Organization Eyes Nearly 200 Visa Workers for 2025 Season
The Trump Organization sought 184 foreign seasonal workers for 2025 across marquee properties, likely via H-2B visas. The…
Trump aims to bring in overseas workers to train Americans
On Nov. 12, 2025, officials proposed recasting H-1B as a temporary training bridge for 3–7 years in key…
Should I Reschedule My Visa Interview During the Shutdown?
Embassies say confirmed visa interviews before or during a shutdown remain valid unless officially canceled. Avoid rescheduling based…
Administrative Processing Delays During a Government Shutdown: What to Expect
The October 1, 2025 shutdown curtailed interagency systems and staff, lengthening administrative processing for consular visas. With 3.4…
Are There Penalties for Missed E-Verify Deadlines During the Shutdown?
During the October 1–7, 2025 outage, DHS suspended the three-business-day E-Verify rule and allowed catch-up until October 14,…
Post-Shutdown Onboarding and E-Verify: Timelines Through Oct 14, 2025
Following a 43-day E-Verify outage in 2025, employers must submit E-Verify cases for hires during the shutdown by…
What Happens to Pending RFE Responses Due During the 2025 Shutdown
USCIS continued operations through the 2025 shutdown, so RFE deadlines generally held. Because other agencies paused, gather and…
H-1B Extensions After LCA Expiration During a Government Shutdown
The government shutdown beginning October 1, 2025, froze the DOL FLAG system, preventing LCA certifications and halting H-1B…