Family Visas
Resources on spouse, parent, and child reunification visas, including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and processing timelines.
Ireland to impose a three-year wait for refugee family reunification
The Irish government is introducing the International Protection Bill, which imposes a three-year wait for refugee family reunification and increases citizenship residency requirements to five years. The bill also requires…
Temporary TRO Halts DHS Termination of Family Reunification Parole
A federal judge paused the termination of Family Reunification Parole processes for seven nations, citing improper notice procedures.…
PGP Alternatives: Faster, cheaper paths to Canada for parents
Canada has paused new PGP sponsorship applications until 2026. Consequently, families are utilizing the Super Visa for long-term…
Canada Pauses PGP Sponsorship in 2026; Super Visa Remains Open
IRCC has paused new PGP sponsorship applications for 2026 to manage inventory under the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan.…
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…
ICE Deportations Raise Alarm Over Parents of U.S.-Born Children
New Orleans immigration advocates allege ICE deported two mothers and three U.S.-citizen children in a rapid operation that…
Guidelines for Indian Nationals Attending U.S. Visa Interviews
Verify your immigration status before any USCIS or consular appointment. Overstays and unauthorized work can prompt detention if…
New Rules Narrow Family Immigration Path as Backlogs Persist
USCIS now can deny family petitions without issuing RFEs for documentation problems, while DHS ended FRP for seven…
Proving a Genuine Spousal Sponsorship in Canada: IRCC Evidence
Prove a genuine relationship by matching IRCC categories and submitting official documents, communication records, and personal statements. Common-law…
DHS Ends FRP Programs for Seven Countries Restores Case-by-Case Parole
DHS ended categorical FRP programs for seven countries, citing security and fraud risks. Parole generally ends January 14,…