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 proposed ICE facility in Merrimack, NH, have increased local urgency…
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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…
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…
VAWA Reforms Tighten Citizenship Rules for Domestic Abuse Survivors
New USCIS policies effective 2026 require VAWA self-petitioners to provide primary documentation and undergo a broader 'Good Moral…
USCIS Announces FY 2026 Inflation-Adjusted Immigration Fees for Certain Benefits
Beginning January 1, 2026, USCIS will implement inflation-based fee increases for several forms, including Employment Authorization (I-765) and…
Lawmakers Urge DACA Holders to Renew Early Amid Renewals Push
DACA recipients must navigate a complex landscape of litigation and updated fees in 2025. To maintain protection, filing…
2025 Immigration Shifts: Biometrics Expansion and H-1B Overhaul
The U.S. has reconfigured H-1B visas and immigration workflows to focus on security and high-skilled talent. Employers now…
Federal Immigration Presence in Chicago Will Continue, Patrol Chief Confirms
DHS has extended Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago through 2026. Despite legal challenges, federal agents continue interior enforcement,…
US Expands Somali American Citizenship Audits for Denaturalization Review
Federal agencies are ramping up audits of Somali-American naturalization files, targeting up to 200 denaturalization referrals monthly in…
San Diego 2026 Outlook: Interior Enforcement and Rising Arrests
A comprehensive preparation guide for USCIS interviews in San Diego during 2026. It highlights increased enforcement risks, lists…