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Federal authorities have charged a former USCIS contractor, Bankole Olaniyi Akinfe, after he was allegedly caught removing computer components from USCIS laptops at the agency’s headquarters.
A major immigration court battle is continuing, and immigrant visa applicants should pay close attention.
Major relief for international students in the United States!
Federal authorities have charged Lukman Owolabi Ganiyu, a former Senior Immigration Services Officer with USCIS, and Adeniyi Akeem Somoye in an alleged multi-year corruption scheme involving the unlawful approval and exp...
USCIS has announced an immediate change to Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, one of the key financial sponsorship forms used in many Green Card cases.
The September 2026 Visa Bulletin brings important good news for Green Card holders seeking permanent residence for their spouses and unmarried children under 21.
Some F-1 students on STEM OPT are reportedly receiving requests from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) for additional documentation to verify their employment.
U.S. immigration enforcement has intensified significantly, with ICE arrests reaching record levels this summer and enforcement increasingly extending beyond individuals with criminal records.
USCIS has issued new guidance strengthening the screening and investigation of individuals applying for U.S. citizenship through naturalization.
The U.S. government is reportedly preparing for what could become the largest single mass visa revocation in U.S. history, potentially affecting up to 200,000 foreign nationals.
USCIS has issued new guidance explaining how officers will determine whether certain Green Card applicants are likely to become a “public charge.” The new guidance takes effect September 18, 2026.
The U.S. Department of State has begun adjusting and rescheduling visa appointments at U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide as consular officers undergo a new global training initiative.
Federal authorities have announced charges in a major immigration fraud investigation involving more than 1,000 alleged sham marriages arranged to obtain U.S. immigration benefits.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a major new fee for certain H-1B petitions.
The U.S. Department of State has released the September 2026 Visa Bulletin, bringing continued good news for many employment-based green card applicants.
A federal court hearing scheduled for September 3, 2026 could determine whether a major new DHS rule affecting international students and exchange visitors takes effect as planned.
A federal court in New York has vacated the State Department policy that suspended immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Jamaica, Colombia, and many others.
USCIS has updated its policy on evidence, Requests for Evidence (RFEs), and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs). The new guidance is effective immediately.
USCIS has announced a new edition of Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, which will take effect on September 18, 2026. The new 09/18/26 edition replaces the current 01/20/25 edition...
