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USCIS Announces FY 2026 Inflation-Adjusted HR-1 Immigration Fees

USCIS updated HR-1 fees for FY 2026 using a 2.70% CPI-U adjustment; changes apply to filings postmarked January 1, 2026…

Education Department Restructuring: Agencies to Assume Core Tasks, 2025

Under agreements signed in late 2025, the Education Department will cede major programs to six agencies, notably Labor, Interior, HHS,…

Visa Crackdowns and the 17% Fall in US International Student Enrollments

A 17% drop in new international student admissions reflects tougher visa reviews, processing delays and uncertainty about post-study work. Graduate…

Stricter U.S. Immigration Rules Drive 17% Drop in New Enrollments

For Fall 2025, new international enrollments fell ~17%, costing over $1.1 billion and about 23,000 jobs. Visa delays and stricter…

Why F-1, OPT, and H-1B Candidates Face Screening Before Skills

Automated hiring filters flag candidates who need sponsorship, excluding many F-1, OPT, STEM OPT and H-1B applicants before human review.…

Maximizing December Travel Savings: Flights, Hotels, and Local Trips

To save on December U.S. travel, pick early‑to‑mid‑month dates, book India–US flights 6–10 weeks ahead, use price alerts and alternative…

December Travel Docs for F-1 Students, H-1B Professionals

Holiday travel to the U.S. requires early, organized document preparation. F‑1 students need timely I‑20 signatures; H‑1B professionals should carry…

December U.S. Travel Guide: Best Cities, Attractions, and Budget Tips

Peak December travel to the U.S. requires early booking (6–10 weeks), complete documents (I‑20, I‑797, EAD, sealed visa packet), and…