Who Must Have an Alien Registration Number? Here’s What to Know
Many foreign nationals, including green card holders, visa holders, DACA, TPS recipients, and others meeting entry requirements, are…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
Kofi Amankwaa Sentenced to 70 Months for Exploiting U.S. Immigration Laws
Kofi Amankwaa, a U.S.-based Ghanaian lawyer, was sentenced to 70 months in prison for orchestrating a large-scale immigration…
U.S. Tightens Nonimmigrant Visa Interview Waiver Rules, Limits Eligibility
The U.S. Department of State updated its visa interview waiver policy, effective February 18, 2025, narrowing eligibility criteria.…
Employers Must Adjust I-9 Records as Haitian TPS Work Permits Shortened
The Department of Homeland Security reduced Haiti's Temporary Protected Status (TPS) period to August 3, 2025. Employers must…
Who Must Register Under the U.S. Alien Registration Requirement?
U.S. enforces mandatory Alien Registration for non-citizens staying 30+ days. Register via USCIS to avoid fines and criminal…
USCIS Guidelines for Expediting Family Visas in Medical Emergencies
Expedited family visa processing is possible if a U.S. citizen relative is seriously ill. Applicants must provide urgent…
Inherited Funds, Gifts, and the EB-5 Visa: Navigating Documentation Hurdles
Inherited and gifted funds can be used for an EB-5 investor visa if proven lawful. Applicants face challenges…
How to Report Companies Engaging in Visa Fraud and Worker Exploitation
To report a company illegally bringing workers on travel visas, contact USCIS, ICE, the Department of Labor, or…
State Department Expands Passport Fairs to Help First-Time Applicants
The U.S. State Department announced new "Special Passport Acceptance Fairs" for February-March 2025 to assist first-time applicants and…