A new bipartisan immigration bill introduced in Congress — the Dignity Act of 2025 (H.R. 4393) — could offer relief to immigrants who have been stuck in the green card backlog for over a decade. If passed, the bill would allow certain applicants to pay a $20,000 premium fee to fast-track their green card...
Traveling to the U.S. With a Pending Criminal Case: What You Need to Know
A common and important question we hear from prospective travelers is:
“Can I enter the United States if I have a pending criminal case?”
The answer isn’t always straightforward. While a conviction is often the most serious immigration issue, even a pending criminal case — where no verdict...
Can U.S. Agents File O-1 or P-1 Visa Petitions? Understanding USCIS Rules for Multiple Employers
When it comes to U.S. immigration for artists, athletes, or entertainers, many beneficiaries work with multiple employers at the same time. This is especially common in industries such as music, sports, film, and live performance. So how can their immigration paperwork be streamlined?
The answer: U.S. agents can file...
Can You Sponsor Your Own H-1B? New 2025 Rules Make Self-Sponsored H-1Bs a Reality for Entrepreneurs
The U.S. immigration system has long required that employers petition on behalf of foreign workers under the H-1B visa. But recent changes in 2025 are opening new doors for entrepreneurs — including those who own their own business.
Thanks to the H-1B modernization rules introduced in January 2025, individuals...
SEVIS Fee Reminder for F-1, J-1, and M-1 Visa Applicants: What You Need to Know in 2025
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....
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