The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a proposed rule that would significantly expand the collection and use of biometric data—including fingerprints, facial images, iris scans, voiceprints, and even DNA—from individuals involved in immigration processes. Under this plan, both immigrants and U.S. citizens connected to immigration filings could be required...
Exploring E-2 Visa Opportunities in the U.S. Beverage and Hospitality Industry
Foreign entrepreneurs continue to view the United States as a thriving destination for investment and business growth. Among the available investor visa categories, the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa stands out as a flexible option for individuals from qualifying countries who wish to start or expand a business in the U.S.
DHS Ends Automatic EAD Extensions for Many Categories: What Employers and Foreign Workers Need to Know
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a major policy shift ending automatic extensions of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for several categories of foreign nationals.
The change, effective October 30, 2025, will have major implications for both employers and employees who depend on EADs to continue lawful employment in the United States.
How to Return to Canada Without a PR Card: Understanding the Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD)
If you are a Canadian permanent resident traveling abroad and your PR card has expired, been lost, or stolen, you may face challenges returning to Canada. The good news is that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) allows permanent residents to apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) to re-enter the country by...
What’s New in Immigration Law: H-1B Fee Rules, EAD Extensions, and Canadian Compliance Updates
The latest NPZ Law Group U.S. and Canadian Immigration and Nationality Law (Bimonthly) Newsletter brings you key updates shaping immigration policy and employer compliance across North America. Learn about USCIS clarifications on the proposed $100,000 H-1B petition fee, the upcoming end of automatic EAD extensions, and the shift to mandatory electronic payments...
USCIS Clarifies H-1B Fee Exemptions as EEOC and DOL Step Up Workplace Oversight
In the ever-changing world of immigration and employment law, recent developments continue to shape how employers manage their global workforce. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has clarified that the newly proposed $100,000 H-1B fee will not apply to foreign nationals already in the U.S. seeking a change of status. This...
USCIS Refocuses on Public Charge: What Green Card Applicants Should Know Under the Trump 2.0 Policy Approach
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the public charge inadmissibility standard more strictly, signaling a renewed focus on self-sufficiency for individuals applying for permanent residence in the United States. This move aligns with the broader immigration enforcement priorities that have returned under the Trump 2.0 administration.
EAD Renewal Alert: DHS Ends Automatic Extensions Starting October 30, 2025
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an interim final rule that will end the automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for certain renewal applicants starting October 30, 2025.
Until now, many individuals who filed EAD renewal applications were allowed to keep working while waiting for...
Marriage to a U.S. Citizen: Understanding the New Rules for Green Card Applications Under the Trump Administration
Navigating Marriage-Based Green Cards in Today’s Immigration Climate
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Marrying a U.S. citizen is often seen as one of the most straightforward pathways to obtaining a green card. However, recent procedural updates under the Trump administration have introduced new layers of scrutiny and administrative changes that applicants need...
USCIS Announces Mandatory Electronic Payments for Paper-Filed Forms
Effective October 28, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it will no longer accept checks or money orders for most immigration applications and petitions. Moving forward, all paper-filed forms must include electronic payment through either credit/debit card or ACH (bank account) transactions.
This modernization aims...
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