When to File Adjustment of Status Application: February 2025
To apply for U.S. permanent residency via family- or employment-sponsored visas, check USCIS’s "Visa Bulletin" for your category…
Understanding the February 2025 Visa Bulletin: A Guide to U.S. Immigration Policies
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs has released the February 2025 Visa Bulletin, outlining the…
USCIS Site Visits: Do They Inspect H-1B Worker Homes?
USCIS conducts unannounced site visits to verify H-1B visa compliance, focusing on workplaces rather than personal residences. Exceptions…
USCIS Updates International Entrepreneur Parole Requirements
USCIS updated guidance for the International Entrepreneur Parole program, effective December 2024, clarifies evidence requirements for foreign entrepreneurs…
Will Self-Harm Affect USCIS Admissibility?
Past self-harm doesn't automatically make you inadmissible to the U.S. by USCIS. However, it could raise medical or…
USCIS Emergency Flexibilities Guidance Update
USCIS updated its policy to offer more flexibilities for immigration benefit requestors during emergencies, aiming to help those…
DHS Increases Automatic Extension for EAD Renewals to 540 Days (Ended Oct. 30, 2025)
DHS made the 540-day automatic extension for EAD renewals permanent effective January 13, 2025. Update: an interim final…
Key Differences Between December vs January 2025 Visa Bulletins: Changes Explained
The U.S. Department of State’s Visa Bulletin is a critical resource for individuals seeking immigrant visas under family-sponsored,…
Understanding the January 2025 Visa Bulletin: A Guide to U.S. Immigration Policies
The U.S. Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for January 2025, which details the availability of…
USCIS Announces FY 2025 H-1B Cap Reached
USCIS has reached the FY 2025 H-1B cap with 65,000 regular visas and 20,000 advanced degree exemptions filled.…
New USCIS Rule: Submit Form I-693 with Form I-485
USCIS now mandates certain applicants filing Form I-485 to submit Form I-693, a medical examination and vaccination record,…
USCIS Guidance Update on Child Derivative Citizenship Requirements
USCIS updated guidance on custody requirements for children acquiring U.S. citizenship to clarify legal and physical custody conditions…
When Does USCIS Use My New Address After Online Change of Address Submission?
After submitting a change of address online, USCIS typically updates their system immediately. However, it might take a…
USCIS Naturalization Guide for Green Card Holders and N-400 Process
USCIS simplifies citizenship: applicants now prove lawful admission once, and green card extensions are increased to 36 months…