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Relief to Indian Students? New USCIS Update Specifies H-1B Fee Exemptions
Relief to Indian Students? New USCIS Update Specifies H-1B Fee Exemptions

A most recent USCIS update has clarified what could be seen as one of the big reliefs yet for existing H-1 visa holders, including the Indians.

He Built a Nation’s Television Industry But Lost His U.S. Green Card Battle: The Stunning EB-1A Case of Anil Rijal
He Built a Nation’s Television Industry But Lost His U.S. Green Card Battle: The Stunning EB-1A Case of Anil Rijal

For decades, Anil Rijal stood behind the camera, shaping stories that reached millions. He helped pioneer modern television in Nepal. His documentaries won awards, and his name carried weight in his industry. On paper, it looked like the journey of a man who had already proven himself extraordinary. But when Anil Rijal applied for a U.S. green card under the prestigious EB-1A “extraordinary ability” category, the answer from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services was a firm denial.

US Poses Double Threat to Foreign Students? Major Change in OPT Programs
US Poses Double Threat to Foreign Students? Major Change in OPT Programs

In a recent update, the Department of Homeland Security has shared its new proposal to change two regulations for the F, J, and I visa categories.

Goodbye, Open-Ended Stay: US Student Visa Change Could Reshape Study Plans for Thousands of Indians
Goodbye, Open-Ended Stay: US Student Visa Change Could Reshape Study Plans for Thousands of Indians

A major change to America's student visa system is now just a regulatory step away from becoming reality and it could significantly alter how long Indian students are allowed to stay in the United States. The White House Office of Management and Budget has cleared a final rule from the Department of Homeland Security that would scrap the decades-old "Duration of Status" (D/S) framework for F-1 and J-1 visa holders, and replace it with a fixed admission period.

The Pulse of Employment-based Visa Categories in August 2025 Visa Bulletin
The Pulse of Employment-based Visa Categories in August 2025 Visa Bulletin

A brief overview of employment-based visa categories in the August 2025 visa bulletin.

Trump’s Boldest Move Yet? 75 Nations Blacklisted from U.S. Visas
Trump’s Boldest Move Yet? 75 Nations Blacklisted from U.S. Visas

In a thunderbolt of immigration policies, the Trump administration announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries starting January 21, 2026. The move, confirmed by the U.S. State Department and reported widely by global news outlets, is framed as part of an effort to “protect U.S. public resources” by restricting entry to individuals deemed likely to become reliant on government welfare.

October 2025 EB-1 Bulletin Announces Good News for Filing Dates
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.

Why Are So Many H-1B Visa Holders Stuck in India?
Why Are So Many H-1B Visa Holders Stuck in India?

Over hundreds of Indian professionals on H-1B visas are stranded in India after their visa appointments were abruptly cancelled and postponed. They are currently unable to return to their jobs after travelling to India for visa renewals this month.

What is The ‘Good Moral Character’ Test for U.S. Citizenship Applicants?
What is The ‘Good Moral Character’ Test for U.S. Citizenship Applicants?

The USCIS under the Trump Administration is making the citizenship criteria more and more stringent. Now, it has a new addition: the dimension of the applicant’s moral character.

USCIS Drops Appeal in EB-1A Case: What the Mukherji Ruling Means for Green Card Applicants
USCIS Drops Appeal in EB-1A Case: What the Mukherji Ruling Means for Green Card Applicants

The world of U.S. employment-based immigration rarely sees a single court decision shake up an entire visa category, but that is exactly what has happened with Mukherji v. Miller, a case that immigration attorneys across the country are now calling one of the most significant EB-1A developments in over a decade. And recently, in a move with far-reaching implications, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has formally withdrawn its appeal against a Nebraska federal court ruling that invalidated the agency's controversial "final merits determination" process in EB-1A adjudications.