Merrimack, NH: Reports of ICE Facility Plans Raise Alarm, Officials Say
USCIS processing times for 2026 range from 2 to 20 months depending on the benefit type. Recent reports…
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Immigration Steps for Noncitizen Families After Fatal In-Flight Incident
A sudden death during air travel creates urgent immigration needs for noncitizen families and witnesses. Key actions include…
US Visa Rules Jan 2026: 39-Country Ban and Fee Hikes
The U.S. government is implementing expanded travel restrictions on 39 countries and mandatory inflation-based fee increases for immigration…
Pennsylvania REAL ID for Immigrants 2026: Requirements, Docs, and Process
Pennsylvania transitions to REAL ID enforcement on May 7, 2025. Immigrants with lawful status must provide original documentation…
DS-160 Passport Book Number for Indian Applicants: Leave It Blank
For Indian citizens, the DS-160 'Passport Book Number' should be left blank. Indian passports lack this specific identifier,…
USCIS Announces FY 2026 Inflation-Adjusted Immigration Fees for Certain Benefits
Beginning January 1, 2026, USCIS will implement inflation-based fee increases for several forms, including Employment Authorization (I-765) and…
Lawmakers Urge DACA Holders to Renew Early Amid Renewals Push
DACA recipients must navigate a complex landscape of litigation and updated fees in 2025. To maintain protection, filing…
Federal Immigration Presence in Chicago Will Continue, Patrol Chief Confirms
DHS has extended Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago through 2026. Despite legal challenges, federal agents continue interior enforcement,…
New York Green Light Law Survives Federal Challenge, Judge Rules
New York's Green Light Law was upheld by a federal court, allowing undocumented residents to keep applying for…