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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 filing Form N-400 must now answer 20 questions during their…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…