EAD Work Permit Guide: Category Codes, Fees, and Renewal Rules
An EAD is the Form I-766 card that proves you may work in the United States. Here is…
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USCIS Workload’s Impact on Recent H-4 EAD Processing Delays
USCIS delays H-4 EAD work permits beyond six months in 2025, amid a 77% rise in applications and…
Bulgaria Mandates Health Insurance for Single Work and Residence Permit Holders
Bulgaria’s new rule requires all Single Work and Residence Permit holders to have public health insurance starting July…
Green Card Holders Must Carry Proof of Status At All Times
From April 11, 2025, Green Card holders and other noncitizens 14+ must register online using Form G-325R, be…
What Does ‘Card Was Returned to USCIS’ Status Mean?
If your card was returned to USCIS, immediately update your mailing address and contact USCIS to resend it.…
Visa Interview Waivers Ended for H-1B and Foreign Workers
Starting September 2025, most nonimmigrant visa applicants must attend in-person interviews, ending widespread interview waivers. H-1B and other…
Special Passport Acceptance Fairs for First-Time Applicants and Children
Special Passport Acceptance Fairs help first-time adult and child applicants with in-person submissions using Form DS-11. Processing ranges…
USCIS Announces New Immigration Fees Under H.R. 1 Effective July 22, 2025
Starting July 22, 2025, USCIS will enforce higher fees under H.R. 1 for asylum, employment authorization, and TPS…
Interview Waiver Update: New Nonimmigrant Visa Rules Effective Sept 2, 2025
The Department of State reinstates stricter interview requirements for most nonimmigrant visas starting September 2, 2025. Only diplomats…