USCIS
Processing time trackers, fee schedule changes, form updates, and policy memos from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Covers service center operations, office closures, and adjudication trends.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat new policies were introduced by USCIS in 2025?
New policies included stricter naturalization testing and the termination of multiple humanitarian parole programs.
Read: USCIS End-of-Year Review Highlights Rigorous Immigration Enforcement ActionsWhat enforcement approach did DHS and USCIS implement as of January 2026?
DHS and USCIS implemented a zero-release and mandatory detention approach as of January 3, 2026, pushing longer immigration detention and fewer releases while deportation cases move through the system.
Read: How Long Can Immigration Detention Last Before Deportation Under Current LawWhat actions were taken by federal agencies in January 2026 that affected immigration processes?
On January 14, 2026, the Department of State (DOS) paused immigrant visa processing for 75 countries effective January 21, 2026. On January 15, 2026, USCIS announced Operation PARRIS to re-examine refugee cases for fraud/security.
Read: Family Self-Departs U.S. After 11-Year Green Card Backlog ReckoningWhat actions should people take if they have a pending immigration application due to recent policy changes?
People with pending applications should know their rights, gather documents, contact legal help, check their status, and stay informed about updates from official sources.
Read: Debate Intensifies Over Military’s Expanding Role in Immigration PolicyWhat changes did the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announce in 2025?
USCIS announced inflation adjustments that increased premium processing fees, with Form I-129 increasing from $2,805 to $2,965 and Form I-140 rising to $2,965.
Read: UK Government Hikes Immigration and Visa Fees, Canada and Germany Gain
Trump Administration Adds 65,000 H-2B Guest Worker Visas for Fiscal Year 2026
The Trump administration announced on January 30, 2026, that it will add approximately 65,000 H-2B seasonal guest worker visas for fiscal year 2026, nearly doubling the program’s base annual allocation.…
H-1B Electronic Registration Process for Weighted Selection Process
Breaking Update March 31, 2026 USCIS Has Completed the FY 2027 H-1B Initial Registration Selection Process All selection…
U.S. Announces H-1B Cap Initial Registration Period March 4 Opening
The FY 2027 H-1B cap season introduces a weighted selection process favoring higher-paid roles. Registration opens March 4,…
ICE Arrests 660 in West Virginia Operation Enhancing Public Safety
A joint federal-state operation in West Virginia resulted in 660 arrests in January 2026. Utilizing 287(g) partnerships, the…
ICE Launches Skip Tracing Services for Covert Surveillance of Undocumented Immigrants
ICE is expanding its enforcement reach through 'Skip Tracing Services,' a private-contractor-led initiative to verify the locations of…
California Chief Justice Steps Up Monitoring of Courthouses Over Immigration Arrests
Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero has intensified monitoring of immigration enforcement at California courthouses to protect judicial access. Following…
Tom Homan Arrives in Minneapolis to Lead Federal Immigration Operations
White House border official Tom Homan has taken direct control of immigration operations in Minneapolis following leadership shifts…
FAA Unveils Largest in the Agency’s History to Modernize NAS
The FAA and DOT have initiated a $12.5 billion restructuring to modernize air traffic control and centralize safety…
U.S. Population Growth Slows to 0.5% in U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2025
January 2026 updates show U.S. population growth slowing to 0.5% as migration patterns shift. USCIS reports mixed processing…
March 2026 Visa Bulletin: Everything You Need to Know
The U.S. Department of State has officially released the March 2026 Visa Bulletin (Number 12, Volume XI), published…