Insights & Updates on EB-1A Green Card and U.S. Immigration
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Read all the latest news and our professional insights on EB1A visa immigration strategies
We love to pen our thoughts on our first-hand experience with green card EB1A cases and the many-sided nuances of it that we come across frequently. Our EB-1A consultants also remain vigilant of all the policy changes and updates in the U.S. immigration landscape. Below, you will find our detailed commentary and analysis of immigration news, and a spotlight on the possible consequences of the news for immigration applicants.

In a recent Newsroom update on 5th December, Thursday, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced a centralized establishment to fortify screening, and in their own language, ‘to keep America safe’.

The Trump administration has recently introduced yet another bottleneck into its immigration policy. On Thursday, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) revised its policy manual to sharply restrict the length of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for several categories of immigrants.

On Wednesday, the Trump administration imposed a fresh measure of vetting on the H-1B visa, which remains the latest to date. The crux of this vetting is stated in an internal State Department memo, saying that anyone involved in “censorship” of free speech would be considered a potential rejection.

The leading India-based companies are witnessing a breathtaking drop in the number of H-1B visa approvals in FY25. This striking drop has been recorded and noted by the National Foundation for American Policy (NFAP) analysis of the USCIS data.

Elon Musk, the luminary innovator and the world’s wealthiest man, contributed his latest remark to the ongoing H-1B visa row. In the People By WTF podcast hosted by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, Musk voiced this statement.

A big breaking news has erupted everywhere as Donald Trump vows to permanently pause all migration from Third World Countries. However, though the announcement is sharp and point-blank, much remains unclear so far.

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has long been one of the most vocal advocates for high-skilled immigrant workers in the United States.

The United States is moving toward one of the biggest overhauls of its international student visa regime in decades. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has formally proposed ending the long-standing “duration of status” (D/S) policy and scrapping the “Intent to Leave” requirement for visa applicants.

In a surprising turn of events, the H-1B visa debate has sparked a fierce internal conflict within the conservative Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement.

In a striking move that underscores growing concerns within its international education sector, Australia’s Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has issued a Student Visa Integrity Alert.

In a striking appearance at the US–Saudi Investment Forum, former President Donald Trump made a bold case for bringing in highly skilled foreign workers, even as his “America First” supporters erupted in dissent.

Immigration pathways for high earners just became easier in the UK. People from a premium salary class will be allowed to settle down permanently in the UK within as little as three years.
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UK to Inaugurate Faster Permanent Residency for High-Earners
Immigration pathways for high earners just became easier in the UK. People from a premium salary class will be allowed to settle down permanently in the UK within as little as three years.

US Announces Fresh Visa Immigration-related Fees for Fiscal Year 2026
In a fresh announcement, the Department of Homeland Security, aka DHS, has revealed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 inflationary adjustments to certain immigration fees in compliance with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (HR-1).

Indian Students in Germany in Crisis? Visa Cancellations, Deportation Fears and What You Must Know
Germany has been emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing destinations for Indian students, but recent events have precipitated sharp concerns about the Indian students studying in Germany. What was once seen as a stable route to international education and future career opportunities has suddenly become uncertain for several hundred Indian students.

U.S. B1-B2 Visa Interview Wait Times Fall for Indians: Hyderabad Leads With the Shortest Delay
In a welcome development for Indian travellers, the U.S. B1-B2 visa interview wait times have dropped significantly across several consulates, with Hyderabad recording the shortest waiting period among major Indian cities. According to Business Standard, the new data from the U.S. Department of State’s Global Visa Wait Times portal suggests a marked improvement compared to previous years.

Michigan Attorney General Launches Online Portal to Monitor ICE Actions
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has introduced an online portal to make federal immigration enforcement more accountable to the communities it impacts. The tool lets Michigan residents help hold federal agents publicly accountable by tracking and reporting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions across the state.

Common Reasons for RFEs and NOIDs on EB-1A Cases in 2026
The EB-1A Extraordinary Ability category remains one of the most attractive employment-based immigration options for highly accomplished professionals. It offers a pathway to a U.S. green card without requiring a job offer or labor certification. However, the standard is extremely high, and United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has become increasingly selective in adjudicating these petitions.

Trump Administration Unleashes Surprise Site Checks for OPT Students
The U.S. administration has escalated the surveillance directed towards foreign students under the Optional Practical Training or OPT programme.

Immigration Authorities Started Issuing Demands for $100K H-1B Visa Fee: All You Need to Know
According to the reports of several news outlets, the USCIS has started releasing Requests for Evidence demanding payment of the newly imposed H-1B fee.

H-1B Visa Filings See a Staggering 50% Drop Compared to Previous Year
Immigration experts are highlighting a steep drop in H-1B visa filings in the current fiscal year. According to their analysis and projections, the visa filing rate may have plummeted as low as by a staggering 50%.

Could Trump’s New Green Card Rule Pose Further Challenges to Legal Immigration?
We have already written about the new USCIS policy memo elsewhere, which stirred a great deal of debate. Under this new policy, released late last month, candidates on temporary visas who want to apply for a green card are asked to do so from elsewhere, i.e., from their home countries. Clearly, the challenge presented caused quite an uproar among many who are looking to change their status.