Visa Verge
UC Berkeley Names Shahpour Matloob as In-House Immigration Staff Attorney
In mid-September 2025 UC Berkeley named Shahpour “Shawn” Matloob its first in-house immigration staff attorney, dedicated to legal…
Mexico’s Sheinbaum Rejects US Revocation of 13 Airline Routes
The U.S. revoked approval for 13 Mexican routes and halted combined passenger-and-cargo flights from AIFA, citing noncompliance since…
Ending EAD Extensions: Refugees and Asylees Face Work Gaps
Effective October 30, 2025, DHS ends automatic EAD extensions for refugees and asylees; filings before October 30 retain…
I-765 Renewal: Essential Documents Checklist with 2025 Update
The automatic 540-day extension for EAD renewals ends October 30, 2025. I-765 filers must file early, include complete…
What to Do When Your EAD Expires After Oct 30, 2025
Most automatic EAD extensions end October 30, 2025. If an EAD expires after that date, the worker must…
U.S. State Department Imposes $1 Fee for Diversity Visa Lottery Entry
A $1 electronic, non-refundable registration fee for the Diversity Visa takes effect for DV-2027 to deter fraud and…
Delta Air Lines Cancels Flights as Travel Waivers Are Issued
Delta canceled many flights on October 22, 2025, and issued waivers allowing fee-free rebooking or cancellations. Delta Vacations…
Mass Deportations Grow More Cruel Under New U.S. Enforcement Push
Policy changes in 2025 expand expedited removal nationwide and permit raids in schools, hospitals, and places of worship.…
DUI Could Put OPT Extensions and H-1B Processing in Limbo
A DUI arrest can freeze OPT extensions, slow or block H-1B processing, and risk visa refusal or revocation.…
Americans Cut 2025 Holiday Travel as Costs Push Road Trips
Nearly 90% of U.S. holiday travelers in 2025 plan to drive, citing costs, airport stress, and safety worries.…
Experts Say No Evidence ICE Lost 3,000 Chicago Arrestees
The claim that ICE lost 3,000 detainees in Chicago is unverified. Court orders and filings show hundreds of…
DHS Reports Over 2 Million Departures Under Trump 2.0 Administration
DHS reports 2 million undocumented departures since January 2025—about 1.6 million voluntary and 400,000+ formal removals in under…
Small Towns Face a Big Mess Without Immigration, Experts Say
Small towns in Canada and the U.S. depend on immigration to fill jobs, stabilize school enrollment, and revive…
Scottish Minister Slams Lack of Engagement Over Cameron Barracks Plan
From November 2025 the UK plans to place roughly 300 asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks; Scotland opposes large…
South Korea Tourism Rises as Visa-Free Group Tours for Chinese Arrive
South Korea’s temporary visa-free policy (Sept 29, 2025–June 30, 2026) lets Chinese group tourists (min. 3) stay up…