USCIS Scrutinizing Signatures More Closely: What Petitioners and Applicants Must Know

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has begun taking a closer look at how forms and supporting documents are signed. In recent cases, USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) when signatures appear inconsistent with agency requirements.

These issues are avoidable, but...

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USCIS Announces New Vetting Center: What It Means for Immigration Applications

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the creation of a new Vetting Center aimed at strengthening immigration screening. USCIS says the center will centralize and strengthen vetting resources and support enhanced review efforts focused on identifying potential fraud, criminal activity, and other public safety or national security concerns.

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Bringing Family to the U.S. from Canada: A Quick Guide for Florida Snowbirds

Many Canadians who spend time in Florida eventually want to bring close family members with them — whether for short visits, extended stays, or potential long-term plans. Understanding how U.S. immigration rules apply to spouses, children, and other relatives is important, especially for snowbirds who travel frequently between Canada and the United...

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AI and Data Analytics Transforming U.S. Immigration Enforcement: What Employers and Visa Holders Need to Know

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is expanding its use of artificial intelligence and data analytics to strengthen immigration monitoring and enforcement. In April 2025, a major federal contract was awarded to deploy ImmigrationOS, a new AI-powered system developed by Palantir Technologies. This platform allows immigration authorities to cross-reference data from multiple...

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How a Government Shutdown Could Affect U.S. Immigration Services

With the possibility of a federal government shutdown, many immigrants, employers, and families are left wondering how immigration processes may be disrupted. While some immigration agencies operate on fee-based funding and continue functioning, others may scale back or suspend services until Congress passes a new appropriations bill.

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DOJ Loosens Requirements for Temporary Immigration Judges Amid Backlog

In a major policy shift, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced that temporary immigration judges will no longer be required to have prior experience in immigration law. According to ABC News, this change follows the firing, resignation, or transfer of more than 100 immigration judges, raising concerns about the future...

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ABA Issues Alert Regarding Fraudulent Immigration Law Practices

For Immediate Release

Ridgewood, N.J. — August 27, 2025 â€” The American Bar Association (ABA) has issued an alert to the public regarding a sharp increase in the number of individuals fraudulently posing as immigration attorneys. In many cases, these individuals falsely claim affiliation with reputable legal services organizations, including...

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End-of-Year Visa Number Shortages: What Applicants Need to Know Before October 2025

As the U.S. government approaches the end of its fiscal year on September 30, 2025, visa number availability in several categories is becoming increasingly limited. For many applicants, especially those waiting for green cards, the coming weeks could bring delays — even if you already have an interview scheduled.

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