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
India Launches FTI-TTP Trusted Traveller Programme with Global Entry-Like Benefits
FTI-TTP is India’s trusted traveler program for pre-verified passengers. Approved users can clear airport immigration in under a minute, and the network is...
FBAR and FATCA Form 8938 Reporting Rules Change April 1, 2026
USCIS now links FBAR/FATCA financial reporting to immigration vetting for 2026. Ensure foreign account disclosures are accurate to…
Federal Courts Block IRS From Sharing Taxpayer Data With ICE in 2026
Federal courts have blocked the IRS from sharing ITIN filer data with ICE, protecting taxpayer privacy for the…
USCIS Will Reject Outdated Form I-129 for FY2027 H-1B Petitions Starting April 1
USCIS will reject older versions of Form I-129 starting April 1, 2026. Employers must use the new 02/27/26…
USCIS Tightens H-1B Selection Rules, Affecting New York Employers Filing Form I-129
USCIS implements wage-weighted H-1B selection and shorter work permits starting April 1, 2026, alongside new New York labor…
U.S. Flags “not Sufficiently Vetted” Green Card Cases Under Presidential Proclamation 10949
Guide to filing Form I-485 in 2026, covering new security vetting, social media checks, eligibility requirements, and steps…
USCIS Questions H-1B Workers’ B-1/B-2 Switch After Layoff Risk
New 2026 USCIS policies and $100,000 fees have turned H-1B to B-1/B-2 'bridge' filings into high-risk strategies for…
Immigration Services Continue Smoothly in UAE, GDRFA Official Says
UAE domestic immigration remains active while U.S. visa services are suspended. Emergency relief measures are in place for…
U.S. USCIS Hits H-2B Cap, Supplemental H-2B Visas Filings Due After March 10, 2026
USCIS reaches the FY 2026 second-half H-2B cap. Supplemental visas remain available for employers meeting specific eligibility and…
U.S. USCIS Begins Releasing H-1B Registration Selection Results in Myuscis Accounts
USCIS begins releasing FY 2027 H-1B results under a new wage-weighted system. Check myUSCIS accounts through March 31…