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Traveling outside the U.S. can be stressful for foreign nationals, especially if they are unsure about re-entry rules, visa validity, or immigration requirements. There may be delays in your return to the U.S. due to a cut in staffing and administrative delays in...
Does an Overstay in F/1 or M-1 with someone holding an I-94 with a D/S (Duration of Status) notation indicate that they are out of status?
In regard to the implications of an overstay while holding an F-1 or M-1 visa, and in possession of an I-94 card denoting "D/S" (Duration of Status), it is essential to ascertain whether such circumstances indicate that the individual is out of status. For over two...
FY 2026 H-1B Initial Registration Selection Process Completed
We would like to inform our readers of an announcement from USCIS regarding H-1b selection. FY 2026 H-1B Initial Registration Selection Process Completed: Release Date: 03/31/2025 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has received enough electronic...
The Laken Riley Act: Act Further Underscores the Hardline Immigration Approach of the Trump Administration
On January 22, 2025, the Laken Riley Act (S.5) was passed by the House of Representatives and forwarded to President Donald Trump for his signature. This Act encompasses three contentious immigration provisions that have drawn significant attention and concern. ...
How can I go to the US if I have a criminal record and other ground of inadmissibility that I need to overcome?
If you have a criminal record or other grounds of inadmissibility, entering the US may seem daunting. Fortunately, there are legal pathways, such as the 212(d)(3) waiver, that can help you overcome these barriers. Under Section 212(d)(3) of the Immigration and...
The Benefits of EB-5
Individuals occasionally approach me with inquiries such as, "I possess sufficient financial resources, I prefer not to engage in employment, and I desire to reside in Hawaii or California. What options are available to me?". The most straightforward route to achieve...
President Trump Attacks Immigration Attorneys
On March 22, 2025, President Trump issued a memo attacking Immigration Attorneys and calling for oversight and disciplinary action against any attorney who makes untrue or fraudulent claims. Below is the memo issued by the White House. "SUBJECT: Preventing Abuses of...
U.S. Embassy Updates: Visa Processing in Tokyo and Osaka
As of the latest updates, the U.S. Consulates in Tokyo and Osaka have resumed normal levels of visa issuance, marking a significant recovery in operations that closely resembles pre-pandemic conditions. This improvement pertains to processing times and the...
Summary of President Trump’s Announcement on EB-5 Program
On February 25, 2025, President Trump declared his intention to terminate the U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, a pathway that allows foreign investors to gain permanent residency by investing in U.S. businesses that generate at least 10 jobs per investor. The...
Recent Changes to the U.S. Visa Interview Waiver Program: What You Need to Know
The U.S. Department of State recently announced unexpected updates on several Consular websites, enhancing the eligibility criteria for the Visa Interview Waiver program, also known as the dropbox or mail-in program. These revisions mark a return to the more...