US Cuts Work Permit Validity, Impacts Indian Immigrants
USCIS reduces EAD validity from 5 years to 18 months for refugees, asylees & immigrants. Indian professionals in green card backlog face major disruption. Read the full analysis.
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US Immigration Backlog Inevitable After Trump Re-Review Order
Trump administration orders re-review of Green Cards & asylum from 19 nations, causing massive USCIS delays. Expert warns of unprecedented backlog. Read details.
Trump Cuts US Work Permit Validity for Asylum Seekers
The Trump administration cuts work permit validity for asylum seekers from 5 years to 18 months, intensifying legal immigration crackdown. Learn the impact on migrants and US industries.
US Cuts Work Permit Validity to 18 Months for Immigrants
The Trump administration reduces work permit validity from 5 years to 18 months for refugees & asylum seekers. New USCIS rule aims for stricter vetting. Details inside.
US Stops Immigration Applications from 19 Banned Countries
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications, including green cards, for citizens of 19 countries under the expanded travel ban. This follows a National Guard shooting incident, leading to heightened scrutiny for applicants.
US Pauses Immigration Applications from 19 Countries
The US has paused immigration applications for individuals from 19 countries. Learn about the affected nations, the policy's implications, and its connection to earlier travel bans.
Arrests at US Green Card Interviews Worry Indian Immigrants
USCIS detains spouses during marriage-based green card interviews in San Diego, causing anxiety. Experts explain the shift, impact on overstays, and advice for Indian applicants.
US Green Card Interviews Lead to Spouse Arrests
US ICE agents are detaining foreign spouses at green card interviews for overstaying visas. Lawyers report a sharp escalation in San Diego. Read more.
US Halts Asylum Decisions After DC Shooting
Trump administration suspends all asylum decisions following DC attack by Afghan asylee. USCIS confirms pause for enhanced vetting. Read full details.
US Green Card Scrutiny Intensifies After Shooting
The Trump administration orders rigorous reexamination of all Green Cards following Washington DC shooting. New vetting rules target 19 high-risk countries. Learn what this means for immigrants.
US Tightens Green Card Rules with Country-Specific Factors
USCIS updates Green Card policy manual to consider country-specific negative factors in public charge determinations. Learn how this affects Indian applicants and future immigration prospects.
US Stops Processing Afghan Immigration Requests
US Citizenship and Immigration Services suspends all Afghan-related immigration requests. Learn how this affects Special Immigrant Visa programs and refugee pathways.
US Tightens Vetting for 19 High-Risk Nations After Attack
US Citizenship and Immigration Services announces new vetting rules for 19 high-risk countries following Washington shooting by Afghan national. Read full details.
US Stops Afghan Immigration After Guard Shooting
US suspends all Afghan immigration processing indefinitely after Washington DC shooting leaves two National Guard members critically injured. Stay updated on developing story.
US Freezes 235K Refugee Green Cards, Faces Backlash
Trump administration freezes 235,000 green cards for refugees from war-torn nations. Humanitarian groups call the move unprecedented and cruel. Details inside.
Trump Administration Reviews 200,000 Biden-Era Refugees
Trump administration launches major review of refugee admissions from Biden era, affecting approximately 200,000 individuals. Learn about the implications and timeline.
US Resumes H1B Visa Processing After Shutdown Pause
US Citizenship and Immigration Services has resumed H1B visa processing after a month-long halt due to government funding issues. Here's what Indian professionals need to know about the current status and processing timelines.
USCIS Ends Cheque Payments for H-1B, F-1 Visas
US Citizenship and Immigration Services eliminates cheque payments, mandates debit cards for H-1B and F-1 visa applications. Learn how this impacts Indian students and professionals.
US Ends Automatic H-1B EAD Renewals from Oct 30
US Citizenship and Immigration Services stops automatic extension of work permits for H-1B, L-1 visa holders from October 30. Thousands of Indian professionals face employment uncertainty.
US Ends Automatic Work Permit Extensions for Migrants
Major US immigration policy shift ends automatic work permit extensions, creating uncertainty for thousands of Indian professionals. Learn how this impacts H-1B visa holders and their families.
US H-4 Visa Work Permit Delays Spark Outrage
New USCIS rule extends EAD processing time for H-4 visa holders from 30-90 days to 6+ months, sparking widespread anger among legal immigrant communities.
US ends automatic work permit extensions for visa holders
Major US immigration policy shift ends automatic work permit extensions for H-1B, L-1 visa holders. New rule requires manual renewal filings, creating uncertainty for thousands of Indian professionals.
US Visa Payments Go Digital Only from Oct 29
Major change in US visa application process: USCIS mandates online payments via credit/debit cards from October 29, eliminating cash, checks, and money orders. Complete guide for Indian applicants.
US Cuts EB-5 Visa Fees: Relief for Indian Investors
USCIS proposes significant fee reductions for EB-5 investor visa program, cutting regional center fees by 60% and petition costs by 20%, offering major relief to Indian applicants pursuing American residency through investment.
US Shutdown Hits H-1B, H-2A, H-2B Visa Processing
As the US government shutdown continues, USCIS issues critical alert about H-1B, H-2A, and H-2B visa processing delays. Learn how this affects Indian tech professionals and seasonal workers.
H1B Visa Updates, Supreme Court on Pollution & RBI News
Your comprehensive daily briefing covering USCIS's crucial H1B updates, Supreme Court's stance on Delhi pollution, RBI's new financial regulations, and key sports developments.
H-1B $100K Fee Exempt for Extensions: USCIS
Major relief for H-1B visa holders as USCIS confirms the new $100,000 fee applies only to new registrations, not extensions or status change applications. Get the latest updates on US immigration rules affecting Indian professionals.
USCIS Clarifies $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Rules
USCIS provides crucial clarification on the massive $100,000 H-1B visa fee exemption criteria. Find out if your company qualifies and how to apply without penalties.
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