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K-1&K-2 Visas
The K-1 visa, also known as the Fiancé(e) Visa, is intended for foreign nationals who wish to marry a U.S. citizen in the United States and subsequently apply for a Green Card (lawful permanent residence). The K-2 visa is granted to unmarried children under the age of 21 of the K-1 visa holder, who may accompany the applicant or apply separately within one year of the K-1’s issuance. Although the K-1 is a nonimmigrant (temporary) visa, it allows the foreign fiancé(e) to enter
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Nov 13, 20252 min read


The Department of State Posted the November 2025 Visa Bulletin
The U.S. Department of State has released the November 2025 Visa Bulletin with updates on “Final Action Dates,” “Dates for Filing,” Diversity Visa (DV) program and 2026 lottery results, expiration of the Employment Fourth Preference Religious Workers category (SR), U.S. government employee Special Immigrant Visas (SIV), and more. For November 2025 USCIS determined that applicants in all family-sponsored and employment-based preference categories must use the Dates for Filing
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Oct 21, 20251 min read


When to File Your Adjustment of Status Application
When to File Your Adjustment of Status Application for Family-Sponsored or Employment-Based Preference Visas: October 2025. If you wish...
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Sep 24, 20252 min read


USCIS Introduces New Payment Option
USCIS launches new option for secure fee payments via bank account debit. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has...
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Sep 10, 20251 min read


E-2 Visa Treaty of Commerce & Navigation
The E-2 Investor Visa is available only to citizens of countries that maintain a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United...
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Sep 4, 20251 min read


E-2 Visa - U.S. Nonimmigrant Visa for Investors
The E-2 Visa is a U.S. nonimmigrant visa designed for investors from countries that maintain a treaty of commerce and navigation with the...
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Aug 29, 20251 min read


ICE Deportations Hits Records Levels
U.S. Deportations Under Trump May Reach Highest Level Since Obama Era. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency is on...
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Aug 26, 20252 min read


USCIS Updates Policy CSPA Age Calculation
The USCIS is updating the Policy Manual to clarify that, for purposes of Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age calculation, a visa is...
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Aug 20, 20252 min read


The Department of State Posted the September 2025 Visa Bulletin
The U.S. Department of State has released the September 2025 Visa Bulletin, providing updates on “Final Action Dates,” “Dates for...
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Aug 14, 20251 min read


U.S. Department of State Revises Nonimmigrant Visa Interview Waiver Policy
Effective September 2, 2025, the Department of State will update the categories of applicants that may be eligible for a waiver of the...
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Aug 12, 20251 min read


USCIS Issues New Guidance on Family-Based Immigration
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released updated policy guidance in its Policy Manual aimed at strengthening the...
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Aug 6, 20252 min read


New $250,00 U.S. Visa Fee Approved
U.S. Approves New $250 Fee for Nonimmigrant Visa Issuance. The United States government has approved a new mandatory fee of $250 for...
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Jul 29, 20252 min read


Joseph B. Edlow - USCIS New Director
Image: Joseph B. Edlow/LinkedIn Joseph B. Edlow Assumes Leadership of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). On July 15,...
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Jul 22, 20252 min read


Trump Excludes Immigrant Access to Head Start
Trump Administration Excludes Undocumented Immigrants from Head Start and Restricts Access to Other Public Benefits. The United States...
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Jul 17, 20252 min read


USCIS Reaches Historic Record of Case Backlogs
The United States immigration system is experiencing one of the most severe crises in its history. According to data from USCIS (U.S....
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Jul 11, 20252 min read


U.S. Military Duty for Green Card Holders
Lawful permanent residents of the United States, commonly known as Green Card holders, may be subject to military service during times of...
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Jun 26, 20252 min read


U.S. Requires Social Media Access for Student Visas
The United States government has introduced a new and stringent requirement for foreign nationals seeking to study in the country:...
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Jun 23, 20252 min read


36 Nations Face Possible U.S. Travel Ban
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a sweeping expansion of its travel restrictions, potentially adding 36...
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Jun 18, 20253 min read


U.S. Immigration: Premium Processing
Premium Processing is a service offered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that allows for expedited processing of...
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Jun 12, 20252 min read


Supreme Court Approves Mass Visa Revocations
The United States Supreme Court ruled on Friday (30) that the administration of President Donald Trump may revoke the temporary legal...
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Jun 2, 20252 min read
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