How to Replace USCIS Money Orders with Electronic Payments
USCIS now mandates electronic payments via cards or ACH, ending the use of money orders and paper checks.…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
USCIS Expedite Policy Update for Humanitarian Situations
Learn how USCIS Expedite requests are processed for Humanitarian Situations with the updated Expedite policy. Guidelines for government…
Australia’s Crackdown on Education Providers Misusing International Student Visas
Crackdown on dodgy providers exploiting international student visas in Australia to overhaul migration system, with reduced visa approvals…
USCIS Visa Fee Structure Update: New Filing Fees & Asylum Program Fee
USCIS will introduce new Visa Fee Structure with varying Filing Fees by Visa Category in two weeks, including…
FAFSA Updates: Immigrant Student Access to Federal Aid Expanded
Immigrant student aid access expands with FAFSA changes allowing federal student aid applications without SSN, boosting education opportunities.
Get Your American Child’s SSN After Foreign Parent’s SSN? Must-Know Tips!
To streamline the process, it is advisable to obtain the SSN for the foreign parent first before applying…
USCIS Error on Advance Parole Travel Authorization Documents
In 2025, Advance Parole has become riskier for U.S. immigrants. New rules bar applicants who entered without inspection…
CR1 Visa Biometrics: Are They Required After Entering the U.S.?
In April 2025, new USCIS biometrics rules clarify that most CR1 visa holders don’t need new biometrics unless…
Streamlined USCIS EAD Process for Refugees: Faster I-765 Application
USCIS now provides Employment Authorization Documents and Social Security Numbers automatically to newly arrived refugees, cutting previous multi-month…