Green Card Replacement Processing Times Surge Nearly 1,000 Percent
In 2025, Form I-90 processing times grew to an average of 4.3 months, causing challenges for green card…
8 Essential Facts About the I-140 Immigrant Petition Process
The I-140 petition is essential for employment-based green cards, requiring labor certification for most categories except EB-1A and…
August 2025 Visa Bulletin Predictions: Family and Employment Category Forecasts
August 2025’s visa bulletin predicts major progress for the F2A family preference and EB-3 categories. Mexico’s F2B shows…
540-Day EAD Extension Ended for Renewals Filed On or After Oct. 30, 2025
DHS made the 540-day automatic EAD extension permanent on January 13, 2025, but an interim final rule removed…
Indonesia Implements New Visa Extension Rules with Online Registration and Biometrics
Starting May 29, 2025, Indonesia requires online visa extension registration combined with mandatory biometric checks. The rules apply…
FY 2025 Q2 Employment Authorization Landscape for Form I-765
The second quarter of fiscal year 2025 (1 January – 31 March 2025) saw extraordinary demand for Employment Authorization…
USCIS Immigration Processing Analysis: FY2025 Second Quarter Performance
Citizenship and Immigration Services processed nearly 3.9 million immigration forms during the second quarter of fiscal year 2025,…
How USCIS Detects and Prosecutes EB-1A Visa Fraud Cases
USCIS’s 2025 crackdown targets EB-1A visa fraud, reviewing questionable petitions and prosecuting offenders. Fake citations, low-quality journals, and…
Impact of Recent ICE Raids on South Bay Community Dynamics
Recent ICE raids in South Bay during June 2025 triggered fear, protests, and military deployments. California’s legislative response…
Steps to Take If Your EB-1A Approval Is Revoked Due to Fraud
The US government is revoking EB-1A visas due to fraud involving false achievements. Affected individuals face green card…
How to Prove an Advanced Degree for EB-2 NIW Visa Eligibility
Applicants for EB-2 NIW must prove advanced degree or progressive experience tied to their specialty. USCIS’s 2025 update…
Severe Consequences of EB-1A Fraud Explained
USCIS’s 2025 crackdown on EB-1A fraud targets Indian nationals using fake evidence or agencies. Actions include reopening petitions,…
What Is EB-1A Fraud and Who Is Receiving USCIS Notices in 2025?
USCIS increases EB-1A fraud detection in 2025 with technology and interviews. Fake evidence risks I-140 revocation and green…
USCIS Revises Rules on Validity of Refugee and Asylee Marriages
Starting March 3, 2025, USCIS mandates documented, legally valid refugee marriages for immigration benefits. Informal marriages are excluded.…