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Immigration Update: Court Strikes Down 75-Country Immigrant Visa Pause
Important news for immigrant visa applicants: A federal judge has struck down the State Department’s 75-country immigrant visa pause On August 21, 2026, a federal judge in the Southern District of New York ruled that the Trump administration’s policy suspending immigrant visa issuance to nationals of 75 countries was unlawful. The court found that the…
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Urgent Immigration Update: Advance Parole Travel May Now Trigger the Unlawful Presence Bar
If you have Advance Parole, we strongly recommend that you DO NOT travel internationally at this time. On August 13, 2026, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) issued a significant decision in Matter of Delcarmen-Lara, 29 I&N Dec. 830 (BIA 2026), that changes how departures from the United States under Advance Parole are treated under…
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New Immigration Update Changes How USCIS Reviews Adjustment of Status Applications
Key Takeaways A new immigration update from USCIS makes clear that adjustment of status is not a guaranteed right, even if you meet all eligibility requirements. This immigration update affects anyone in the U.S. who is currently applying or planning to apply for adjustment of status without leaving the country. USCIS officers are now required…
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FY 2027 H-1B Cap Season: Key Dates, New Rules, and What Employers Need to Know
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced key information for the FY2027 H-1B cap registration season. Employers that anticipate sponsoring foreign nationals under the H-1B cap should begin planning now, as the electronic registration period is short and strictly enforced. Registration Window The initial H-1B cap registration period is expected to open at…
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New Deportation Rules in 2025: What Changed, and Who’s Affected
Executive Summary: If you or a loved one is living in the United States without permanent legal status, recent changes to deportation rules could have a serious impact on your future. In this blog, we explain what’s changed, who is most at risk under the new rules, and what steps you can take to protect…
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Emergency Safety Plan: Guide for Undocumented Immigrants
Living as an undocumented immigrant in Texas comes with uncertainty–especially with the recent administration changes. You never know when an encounter with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could happen. Do you know what to do? Do your loved ones know how to respond? Having a plan in place can help protect you, your…
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Changes to Immigration Laws for Migrant Children: How They May Impact Your Family
Immigration laws in the United States are constantly changing, and one of the latest updates affects migrant children who enter the country alone. If you or someone you know is caring for a child in this situation, it’s important to understand how these new policies work and what they mean for your family. What Are…
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USCIS Drops COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for Green Card Applicants: What You Need to Know
Big News for Green Card Applicants! As of January 22, 2025, USCIS has officially removed the COVID-19 vaccine requirement for all green card applicants. This means that you do not need to show proof of the COVID-19 vaccine when submitting your application for adjustment of status. If you are planning to apply for a green…
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Urgent Travel Warning: Advance Parole Holders Facing Unexpected Denials at U.S. Entry Points
Individuals with valid Advance Parole are facing unexpected denials of re-entry into the United States, raising serious concerns for those planning international travel. Despite holding lawfully issued Advance Parole documents, some travelers are being turned away at U.S. borders, leaving them stranded outside the country and at risk of losing their immigration status. This alarming…
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How Will DACA Change Now That Donald Trump is President?
Now that Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States, questions about the future of immigration policies are once again at the forefront of national debate. One major point of concern is how the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program may be affected after Donald Trump takes office in 2025.…
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What is Political Asylum?
Political asylum is an application filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), that allows an applicant to seek protection from persecution in their country of nationality. An applicant must prove the following: That the application has been filed within one year of entry into…
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