Green Card
Priority date movement, processing time updates, and policy changes for U.S. permanent residency. Covers employment-based (EB-1 through EB-5), family-sponsored, and diversity visa green card categories.
PERM and Green Card Sponsorship in 2026: Strategic Employer Guide
The H-1B FY 2027 season begins March 2026, introducing a wage-weighted selection system that prioritizes higher earners. With an 85,000-cap limit and high demand, the selection rate remains under 30%.…
2026 U.S. Immigration Shock: DHS Pauses Green Card Actions
The H-1B prevailing wage requirement is a mandatory financial floor based on job role and location. Proper classification…
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…
Nine 2025 Green Card Rule Changes That Could Shape 2026 Residency
DHS and USCIS have implemented a sweeping overhaul of U.S. immigration for 2026. This includes mandatory facial recognition…
27% of Immigrants Avoid Travel Domestic and Abroad, Kaiser Survey Finds
New data shows nearly 30% of immigrants are avoiding travel due to intensified U.S. enforcement. Policies like mandatory…
W-2 vs 1099: Navigating Employment Status for Immigrants
New 2025 regulations link USCIS records with IRS data, making tax compliance a cornerstone of immigration status. H-1B…
Trump’s 2025 Immigration Reforms Tighten Travel for Green Card, H-1B Holders
Late 2025 brought major H-1B updates, including a 'Hold and Review' policy for certain nationals and a massive…
Trump’s 2025 Return Reshapes U.S. Immigration: Green Cards and Visa Bans
The U.S. has expanded travel bans to 39 countries and the Palestinian Authority, effective 2026. This overhaul includes…
2026 USCIS and Consular Processing Outlook: Visa Bulletin Trends and Planning
The U.S. is replacing the random H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection process on February 27, 2026. This…
Green Card Changes in 2025: Biometric Entry-Exit and Reexaminations
New 2025 USCIS policies have extended green card processing to 10–24 months. Key impacts include mandatory facial recognition,…