TSA Will Accept Digital IDs From Several States; Work Visas Under Review
TSA expanded digital ID acceptance August 14, 2025, covering 16 states at 260+ airports. Under full REAL ID…
US Imposes Visa Restrictions on Officials Over Cuban Medical Labor Program
The U.S. on August 13, 2025, imposed visa restrictions and revocations targeting officials tied to Cuba’s overseas medical…
Study Abroad Alert: F‑1 and J‑1 Visas May Get Fixed Term Limits
On August 7, 2025, the White House cleared a proposal replacing D/S with fixed F-1 and J-1 terms,…
TN Visa’s Role in the U.S. Labor Market and Its Uncertain Future
USCIS’s June 4, 2025 guidance tightens TN visa adjudication, enforcing strict degree rules, banning self-employment, and aligning CBP…
Georgia to Introduce Mandatory Work Permit System from March 1, 2026
From March 1, 2026, Georgia mandates work permits for most foreign workers, with a transition until January 1,…
Australian Travelers Face New Croatia Entry Rules and EES Biometric Checks in 2025
Australians can visit Croatia visa-free for 90 days within any 180-day period in 2025. Starting October 12, 2025,…
DHS Proposes Ending Duration of Status for F and J Visa Holders
DHS’s June 27, 2025 proposal would end Duration of Status for F, J, and I classifications, imposing fixed…
2025 Immigration Law Brings Registration, $45B for Detention, and New Fees
Major 2025 changes: EO 14159 mandates alien registration for non‑citizens staying 30+ days via Form G‑325R and proof…
EB-3 and Other Workers Near FY-2025 Cap: What “Unavailable” Means
The Department of State cautions EB-3 and Other Workers may reach annual visa limits before September 30, 2025.…
EB-2 India Aug–Sep 2025: Why Final Action Stayed at Jan 1, 2013
August–September 2025 Visa Bulletins freeze EB-2 India at Final Action Date January 1, 2013 and Dates for Filing…
ITAS Indonesia 2025: Guide to Limited Stay Visa Rules and Duration
Reforms let foreigners obtain ITAS valid up to ten years after entering on a sponsor-backed VITAS; complete biometrics…
DOS Advances F2A Dates for Filing to June 1, 2025: File Now
September 2025’s Visa Bulletin advanced F2A Dates for Filing to June 1, 2025 uniformly, enabling more spouses and…
H-1B Overhaul: Mandatory Consulate Interviews Threaten Silicon Valley Hiring
On September 2, 2025, the State Department eliminates most Dropbox waivers for H, L, O, F, J, and…
Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Groups Spurs Surge in S. Korea Consumer Stocks
Seoul will permit visa-free entry for Chinese organized group tourists between September 29, 2025 and June 30, 2026,…