F-1 Visa Students in The U.S. Are Now Barred From Changing Courses
The F-1 visa students are set to face yet another new restriction, as the freshly admitted students will no longer have the privilege of transferring universities or changing courses immediately. They can only indulge in the changes after completing one year of study.
U.S. Proposes New Wage Threshold for H-1B & Green Cards
On March 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) introduced a proposed rule called “Improving Wage Protections for the Temporary and Permanent Employment of Certain Foreign Nationals in the United States.” This rule aims to change how the government defines “fair wages” for foreign workers, affecting both temporary visas like H-1B and permanent options such as PERM-based green cards.
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.
Fees Reduction for Foreign Investors and More: New Reforms in EB-5 Visa?
In a fresh update, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a new regulation to decrease the EB-5 filing cost
Gold Card Will Not Get You Faster Visas: Why Did The Program Not Land Well?
On paper, the official website promised accelerated U.S. Residency in the Gold Card Visa Program. However, since its launch by President Trump, the program has faced many legal challenges and a sharp decline in demand. Moreover, legal opinion and the latest comment by the DHS suggests that Gold Card may be unable to provide the applicant a fast residency as promised at the outset of the program.
3 Strategic Ways Extraordinary Freelancers & Influencers Can Fit Into The EB-1A Visa Category
The structure of employment has changed significantly in our time. The creator economy is redefining what employment looks like in our time. Hence, the question arises: will the employment-based visa categories take into account the redefined notion of employment?
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.
U.S. State Department Announces Adoption Exception in Visa Suspension Policy: What It Means for Families & Immigration Applicants
In a recent update to U.S. immigration policy, the U.S. Department of State has announced a critical exception for international adoption cases amid its broader visa suspension framework. The change, issued in late January 2026, introduces a National Interest Exception (NIE) specifically for children being adopted by U.S. citizens.
Why EB-2 NIW Might Not Be a Suitable Avenue for Indian & Chinese Nationals
The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (EB-2 NIW) has long appealed to talented professionals who believe they have something to contribute to the national interests of the U.S. It allows self-petitioning without employer sponsorship and skips the PERM labour-certification step. On paper, it may sound elegant.
U.S. Travel Ban Now Extends to More Than Thirty Countries
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem hinted on Thursday that the U.S. plans to expand the number of countries restricted by the travel ban to more than 30. She was also asked in an interview with Fox News to confirm whether the Trump administration would extend the travel ban list to around 32 countries.
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