USCIS
Latest in USCIS
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…
US Revises Naturalization Test: New Standards for Green Card Holders
USCIS has updated the naturalization process for 2025, introducing a more difficult 128-question civics test and stricter vetting procedures. Applicants…
Green Card Timing for H-1B Professionals in 2026: Start by Year 2
The 2026 immigration landscape requires H-1B holders to start Green Card sponsorship by Year 2 rather than Year 4. This…
California Mask Ban for Immigration Agents Triggers Federal Lawsuit
The DOJ has sued California to block laws (SB 627 and SB 805) that restrict how federal immigration agents identify…
New England States and the Federal Deportation Push: A Regional Look
New England's response to federal deportation efforts is split, with New Hampshire mandating ICE cooperation while others restrict it. These…
Merrimack, NH: Surprise ICE Facility Plans Underway, Officials Say
USCIS processing times for 2026 range from 2 to 20 months depending on the benefit type. Recent reports of a…
Navigating H-1B Portability in 2026: Stricter Rules and Fees
Changing H-1B employers in 2026 involves navigating a $100,000 fee, stricter degree-to-job alignment, and aggressive USCIS enforcement. Legal portability allows…
USCIS Tightens Evidence Standards for Marriage-Based Green Card Petitions
Applying for a marriage green card in 2026 involves strict enforcement, mandatory interviews, and facial biometrics. USCIS now prioritizes 'integrity'…