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South Sudan TPS Ends Jan 5, 2026: Plan B Options for Holders

The U.S. is ending Temporary Protected Status for South Sudan on January 5, 2026. Roughly 210 people will lose work…

Rare Backlog Opening Lets Eligible Applicants File for Green Card Now

When your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin, you must act fast to file for your green card.…

Background-Check Delays Signal Strain on Immigration System Under Trump Crackdown

Immigration processing in Wisconsin is facing delays due to background-check backlogs and staffing shortages. Even with a judge's approval, many…

DV-2026 February Cutoffs: Regional Moves, Beneficiaries, Europe Drop

February DV-2026 cutoffs expanded Africa and Asia but reduced Europe’s cutoff. Supply is restricted (~52,000) and entitlement ends September 30,…

Judge Blocks Hundreds of Layoffs, Easing Immigration Staffing

A judge blocked about 400 planned federal layoffs and ordered nearly 300 reinstatements under the Shutdown Law, preserving staffing through…

Available USCIS Forms Online Filing: Access, Fees, and Workflow

Many USCIS forms can now be filed through a free online account using guided forms or PDF uploads. Verify allowed…

January 2026 EB-3 India Final Action Date Moves Forward

In January 2026 the Visa Bulletin advanced EB-3 India Final Action Date to 15NOV13 from 22SEP13, a 54-day forward move.…

Understanding EB-2 India Final Action Date 15JUL13 and I-485 Timeline

January 2026 sets EB-2 India Final Action Date at 15JUL13 (advanced two months). Dates for Filing stayed at 01DEC13. Only…