A major change to the U.S. public charge policy will take effect on September 18, 2026, expanding the types of public benefits USCIS may consider when reviewing certain Green Card applications. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued updated guidance on August 18, 2026, explaining how immigration officers will determine whether an applicant for adjustment …
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SEVP warns universities and DSOs about improper Curricular Practical Training authorizations and announces increased scrutiny. The new guidance does not eliminate CPT or expressly ban so-called Day 1 CPT, but it signals a stricter interpretation of when practical training may qualify as an integral part of the curriculum. The U.S. government has increased its scrutiny …
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Matter of Delcarmen-Lara overturns a 2012 precedent and changes the risk analysis for individuals who have accrued unlawful presence in the United States Updated August 14, 2026 A decision published by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) on August 13, 2026, substantially changed a rule that, for nearly 14 years, had been part of the …
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its policy regarding the evidence required in immigration benefit requests. The new guidance reinforces that applicants must demonstrate their eligibility at the time they file the request, including all initial evidence required by the applicable form instructions. In certain situations, when an applicant fails to demonstrate eligibility …
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Starting September 15, 2026, the admission system for F-1 students, J-1 exchange visitors, and I media representatives changes completely. Here’s what it means for you. 🚨 What Changed? On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a final rule that eliminates the “Duration of Status” (D/S) framework — a system that …
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a new Final Rule that substantially alters how the government evaluates whether an immigrant is admissible to the country or eligible for permanent residency (Green Card). The rule, scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on July 20, 2026, rescinds the regulations established in 2022 and …
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Part 1 — The Evolution of Enhanced Immigration Vetting By examining recent policy developments, official government guidance, and operational changes across multiple federal agencies, this article explains how enhanced immigration vetting is reshaping legal immigration to the United States. Introduction For decades, discussions about U.S. immigration policy have largely focused on border security and unauthorized …
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Published: November 2025 On November 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that could significantly change how immigration officers determine whether an applicant is likely to become a public charge. It is important to understand that this is only …
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In recent weeks, the release of a new memorandum from USCIS has generated concern among immigrants, students, workers, and families with pending immigration cases in the United States. Social media posts and videos quickly began claiming that “Adjustment of Status is over” or that “everyone will now be forced to leave the U.S. for consular …
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a new update regarding its strengthened screening and vetting procedures, a policy that has recently affected thousands of immigration applications across the United States. You can read the official announcement directly on the USCIS website:https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/update-on-uscis-strengthened-screening-and-vetting This initiative is part of a broader government effort to enhance …
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