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Insights & Updates on EB-1A Green Card and U.S. Immigration
Our U.S. Immigration Blog is your go-to resource for staying updated on critical developments in employment-based immigration. From changes in the visa bulletin EB1 India to tips on strengthening your EB1A green card case, we cover the insights that matter most to skilled professionals.
We also provide practical strategies on topics like EB1 adjustment of status, how to document extraordinary achievements effectively, and what to expect during different stages of the process. Beyond news updates, our blog offers EB-1A visa mentorship content to help applicants gain clarity in an otherwise complex system.
By exploring our articles, you not only stay informed but also gain actionable advice curated by experts in the field. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to make well-informed decisions about your immigration journey.
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.
News
23rd Sep, 2025
H-1B Visa Fee Update 2025: Official USCIS Statement Explained
USCIS has very recently released an official statement on H-1B fees in their newsroom. This contains all the essential information you need to know about the recently imposed H-1B visa fee.
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By Koustav Mondal
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22nd Sep, 2025
Can Trump's Gold & Platinum Cards Replace EB Visa Categories?
In September 2025, the U.S. government introduced new visa options under the Gold Card and Platinum Card programmes.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
22nd Sep, 2025
The New Update on the $100K H-1B Crisis: Sep 22, 2025
In a dramatic shift for U.S. immigration policy, a new one-time US$100,000 fee has been mandated for new H-1B visa petitions.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
20th Sep, 2025
New Update on H-1B $100K Fees Sept 21, 2025
USCIS imposes a $100,000 yearly fee on H-1B visas, triggering uncertainty for Indian tech workers and companies. Discover why EB-1A is a vital alternative now.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
18th Sep, 2025
U.S. Citizenship Test Will Now Contain More Questions
The USCIS, as part of its broader overhaul, is now adding more questions to the civics test that the applicants need to pass as part of the citizenship screening. This would be, to date, the latest step by the Trump administration to tighten the reins on the immigration process.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
16th Sep, 2025
October 2025 EB-1 Bulletin Announces Good News for Filing Dates
When the U.S. Department of State releases the monthly Visa Bulletin, you can see two important checklists: the Final Action Dates and the Dates for Filing of Employment-Based Visa Applications.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
13th Sep, 2025
The State of Employment-Based Visa Categories for Indian Candidates in the October 2025 Visa Bulletin
Stay updated on the October 2025 EB1A visa bulletin. Learn how the EB1A bulletin impacts Indian applicants and why an EB-1A green card consultancy is needed.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
9th Sep, 2025
US Visa Rules Tighten Further: Quick Appointments for Indians Set to Stop
Know the latest U.S. visa policy changes in September 2025: no more interview appointments abroad for non-immigrant visas. Here is a breakdown from one of the leading EB1 experts.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
9th Sep, 2025
Supreme Court’s Chilling Immigration Ruling: A Dark Cloud on Our Community?
An alarming news item that surfaced a few days ago has compelled us to address it and write about it. As one of the leading EB1 experts, our mission is to champion the extraordinary individuals who enrich the United States with their talents.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
8th Sep, 2025
Everything You Need to Know About USCIS Policy on Public Charge
If you are a visa aspirant, it is always best to have a clear grasp of the U.S. immigration requirements and laws. One such important legal formulation is the policy on public change.
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By Koustav Mondal
Tips & Tricks
6th Sep, 2025
What Are the Requirements to Get a Green Card in the USA?
Professionals and ambitious individuals worldwide are always looking to obtain a U.S. green card. It is considered one of the most important steps toward achieving long-term stability in America.
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By Koustav Mondal
News
5th Sep, 2025
EB-2 Green Cards Become Unavailable for The Remainder of FY 2025
Recently, the U.S. Department of State has revealed that no additional EB-2 visa slots will be available for the remainder of the fiscal year 2025. According to their official statement, the annual cap for this visa category has been reached.
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Recent Post
Trump Sides With H-1B Visa? Comments: ‘We Have to Bring in People’
In an interview last Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to defend the H-1B visa program with the following words: “We have to bring in talent.”
H-1B Applicants Receiving 221(g) Slips from Visa Officers: Know What It Means
From December 15 onwards, the US State Department has intensified its social media vetting procedure for skilled workers and employees. Both H-1B and H-4 professionals will be taken under the elaborate vetting procedure. Interestingly, while there is no official disclaimer, some candidates are now receiving a 221(g) slip.
State Department Moves to Overhaul J-1 Exchange Visitor Rules and Strip the Grace Period for Terminated Programs
For over 25 years, the regulations governing America’s J-1 Exchange Visitor Program have barely changed. It remained a relic of a paper-based era that predates SEVIS, the government’s electronic tracking system, by four years. That is now set to change. On last July 30, 2026, the US Department of State published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would rewrite how J-1 programs are terminated, and reinstated. The notice handed the department new discretionary power to end a participant’s status directly. It has also tightened the deadlines for corrections, and, notably, argued for doing away with a grace period. Exchange visitors have long relied on this period to wind down their affairs and leave the country in an orderly way. However, the proposed rule has placed the J-1 into a double jeopardy like never before.
WISA Act: A New Law to Reverse The H-1B Visa Fee & Other Restrictions?
The future of the H-1B visa program has once again become a central debate in Washington. A newly introduced immigration bill, called the Welcoming International Success Act (WISA), aims to reverse several controversial restrictions imposed on the program during the Trump administration. For global professionals who are tackling the H-1B visa FY 2027 landscape, the proposed law could significantly reshape the high-skilled immigration pathway.
The Pulse of Employment-based Visa Categories in July 2025 Visa Bulletin
A brief overview of employment-based visa categories in the July 2025 visa bulletin.
US Embassy in India Releases Worldwide Alert for H-1B & H-4 Visa Applicants: What It Means for You
Late December, the U.S. Embassy in India issued a “Worldwide Alert” for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. This advisory, shared on social media and official channels, comes amid expanded visa vetting processes and prolonged processing times that are now being experienced globally for these visa categories. So, what does this notice exactly say? And, what do applicants need to know right away?
What Are the Requirements to Get a Green Card in the USA?
Professionals and ambitious individuals worldwide are always looking to obtain a U.S. green card. It is considered one of the most important steps toward achieving long-term stability in America.
UK to Effect Visa Ban on Nations That Refuse to Take Back Their Deported Citizens
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has recently stepped in with a big announcement last Monday. She spoke of an effective visa ban on countries unless they accept the deported criminals and illegal immigrants, i.e. inhabitants of their own nations.
US Ends Interview Waiver (Dropbox) for Visas: A Turning Point for Indians Abroad
From September 2, 2025, the United States will roll back its Interview Waiver Programme, commonly known as the “Dropbox” facility, for most non-immigrant visas.
Federal Judge Blocks a Series of Trump Policies Halting Immigration from Forty Countries
A federal judge last Friday blocked a series of President Trump’s policies that barred immigration processing from around 40 countries. Interestingly, these policies were enacted during the gruesome event of the attack on National Guard Members. However, owing to the federal judge’s intervention, the immigration agencies may again have to resume processing of immigration applications from citizens of these 40 countries.