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OPT Premium Delays Intensify Risk for F-1 Job Offers
Form I-765 allows F-1 students to apply for OPT and STEM OPT work authorization. Successful applications require a DSO-recommended I-20,…
DHS Expands Operation PARRIS in Minnesota to Review 5,600 Refugee Claims
DHS has launched Operation PARRIS in Minnesota to enhance the integrity of refugee and green card cases. The operation introduces…
USCIS Raises Premium Processing Fees to $1,780 (March 2026)
Effective March 1, 2026, USCIS will raise premium processing fees for Form I-907 to combat inflation. This service offers 15-day…
February 2026 Visa Bulletin Analysis: What you need to Know
The U.S. Department of State has officially released the February 2026 Visa Bulletin, providing immigrant visa availability information for the…
H-1B Overhaul via Executive Action: From Lottery to Weighted Selection
The H-1B program now prioritizes high-wage earners through a weighted selection system and a new $100,000 fee for overseas recruits.…
Government Warns About Green Card Scams Amid Tougher Immigration Moves
Federal authorities are warning green card applicants about sophisticated fee scams involving fake websites and payment apps. USCIS confirms that…
Drug Felony Convictions: Do They Bar Green Card Applications?
Current U.S. immigration policy treats drug felonies as primary barriers to residency. Enhanced vetting through the USCIS Vetting Center and…
What Immigrants and Students Should Know About U.S. Airport Inspections
New U.S. immigration policies effective late 2025 expand facial biometric requirements and enhance screening for work-visa holders. H-1B workers face…