If you're an international student, vocational trainee, or exchange visitor preparing for your U.S. journey, understanding the SEVIS fee process is essential. This update explains what the I-901 fee is, who needs to pay it, and how to stay compliant — so you can focus on your studies, not paperwork.
U.S. Immigration Updates August 2025 – Interview Waiver Changes, TPS News, SAVE Guide & More
We are sharing key U.S. immigration policy developments from August 2025 that may impact nonimmigrant visa holders, TPS beneficiaries, U.S. employers, and families. Below are the most notable updates:
DOS Narrows Interview Waivers for Nonimmigrant VisasEffective September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of...
New U.S. Visa Rule Requires Up to $15,000 Bond for Certain B-1/B-2 Applicants
August 2025 Update: Visa Bond Pilot Program Now in Effect
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The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has introduced a new 12-month Visa Bond Pilot Program that significantly impacts applicants seeking temporary visitor visas (B-1/B-2) from certain countries. Under the new rule, which will take effect on August 20,...
Preparing for an F-1 Student Visa in 2025: Key Updates and Best Practices
As the new academic year approaches, international students planning to study in the United States should be aware of important changes to the F-1 visa application process. With increased government scrutiny and new interview requirements in place, applicants must now take extra steps to ensure their applications are complete, accurate, and timely.
USCIS Issues New Visa Policy to Enforce Executive Order on Women’s Sports Participation
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued new guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual following the release of Executive Order 14201, “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports.” This Executive Order directs the Department of Homeland Security to prevent the entry of male athletes seeking to compete in female athletic categories...
Major U.S. Visa Interview Changes Take Effect: What You Need to Know as of September 2, 2025
Big changes are coming to U.S. visa processing. Beginning September 2, 2025, most individuals applying for a nonimmigrant visa will be required to attend an in-person consular interview, even if they previously qualified for the interview waiver (also known as the Dropbox option).
This update, announced by the U.S....
USCIS Updates Interview Criteria for Refugees and Asylees Applying for Green Cards
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released an important policy update regarding interview requirements for refugees, asylees, and their derivative family members who are filing Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
Effective immediately, USCIS has reestablished a uniform baseline of screening and vetting...
What Lawful Permanent Residents Should Know Before Reentering the U.S. in 2025: Detention, Rights & Enforcement Risks
In 2025, heightened scrutiny at U.S. ports of entry has increased the risk of secondary inspections and detentions—even for Green Card holders. This updated legal guide explains what Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) need to know before reentering the U.S., including:
The difference between being treated as...Massive Immigration Fee Hikes Announced Under “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” — What Applicants Must Know
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” ushering in the most sweeping immigration fee increases in years. The law impacts asylum seekers, parolees, TPS applicants, and more, with many fees becoming effective immediately.
Key highlights include:
Bimonthly U.S. & Canadian Immigration Update: Visa Bulletins, H-1B Changes, Compliance Alerts & More – July 2025 Edition
In this July 2025 edition of our U.S. and Canadian Immigration Law newsletter, we cover vital updates for individuals, families, and employers navigating complex immigration systems. Key highlights include:
Changes to the H-1B cap selection process Implementation of new U.S. immigration fee increasesWant More News?
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