The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a $1,000 parole processing fee for certain travelers entering the United States under parole authority. Importantly, this new fee does not apply to those re-entering the U.S. on Advance Parole while their Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) is still pending.
Category: Advance Parole
USCIS Implements New $1,000 Immigration Parole Fee Under H.R. 1
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant new policy update: beginning October 16, 2025, individuals granted immigration parole or re-parole will be required to pay a $1,000 Immigration Parole Fee. This change is being implemented pursuant to the H.R. 1 Reconciliation Bill, which authorizes the Department of Homeland...
TPS and Parole Program Updates – September 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) have recently released important updates affecting Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and parole programs. These changes impact thousands of individuals from multiple countries, as well as their families and employers.
Below is a summary of the current landscape...
Travel Advisory for Visa Holders and Green Card Applicants: What You Need to Know Now
In recent weeks, a surge of executive orders has created uncertainty around U.S. immigration policy, leaving many non-citizens wondering: Is it safe to travel internationally right now?
While no broad travel ban has been issued, the landscape is rapidly changing, and increased scrutiny at ports of entry and U.S....
Travel Advisory for Visa Holders: Key Considerations Before Leaving the U.S.
With immigration policies evolving under the current administration, visa holders should exercise caution before making international travel plans. Changes to visa adjudication, consular processes, and potential executive orders could significantly impact travel timelines and reentry into the United States.
Employers and employees should be aware of the risks associated with traveling abroad,...
Important Immigration Update: U.S. Pauses Immigration Applications for Certain Parolees
The Trump Administration has announced a significant pause on all immigration applications filed by individuals paroled into the United States under the following Biden-era programs:
CHNV Program – Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) – Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasionAdvance Parole Travel Under the New Executive Order: What You Need to Know
The January 20, 2025, Executive Order on Securing Our Borders has introduced changes that impact various immigration policies, leaving many travelers uncertain about their ability to re-enter the United States using Advance Parole. While new guidance from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provides clarity, individuals planning to travel should take necessary precautions.
Potential Parole-in-Place Program for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens
There are rumors of a new Parole-in-Place (PiP) program for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens, but no official announcement has been made yet. If implemented, this program could provide protection from deportation and work authorization to eligible individuals. However, not everyone married to a U.S. citizen would automatically qualify.