January 2026 U.S. & Canadian immigration updates: H-1B lottery changes, Visa Bulletin movement, and major travel impacts

Start the new year informed. Our January 2026 newsletter highlights key U.S. and Canadian immigration developments, including DHS’s plan to replace the random H-1B lottery with a weighted selection system beginning FY 2027, new asylum and security-related rules, USCIS photo requirement updates, and important travel and visa appointment delays. Download the full PDF below for complete details.