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K-1 Visa Approval Rates by Country: Key Factors That Drive Success

By 2025 USCIS sped up K-1 petition processing, but consular interviews remain the main bottleneck. Philippines issuances dropped 44% while…

Reentry Permit Processing Time for Form I-131: How Long?

As of September 21, 2025, Reentry Permit processing for Form I-131 ranges from about 6 to 17.5 months, often clustering…

J-1 Waiver Costs: Attorney Fees and Government Fees Explained

In 2025, J-1 waiver costs usually fall between $1,500 and $7,000+, combining attorney fees ($1,200–$5,000+) and government filing fees ($120–$1,100).…

Understanding Adjustment of Status Attorney Fees and I-485 Costs

USCIS raised the I-485 filing fee to $1,225 in 2025 and will reject filings after August 21, 2025, with incorrect…

Impact of the 2025 HHS Poverty Guidelines on Form I-864

Effective March 1, 2025, the HHS poverty guidelines set income floors for Form I-864 sponsors: 125% of poverty (100% for…

TPS Renewal Fees and Payment Options: Key Changes Effective July 2025

New TPS fees effective July 22, 2025: $30 biometrics fee for re-registration (waivable), $500 initial TPS filing fee (not waivable),…

I-90 Replacement Processing Times: Key Factors and Trends for 2025

Median I-90 processing times jumped to 8–12+ months by September 21, 2025, amid a USCIS backlog of over 11.3 million…

221(g) Passport Returned Without Stamping: What It Means for Your Visa

A 221(g) notice returns your passport unstamped while consulates perform additional checks or request documents; it is a pending step,…