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US Immigration Applicants Face Stricter Background Screening Under New Rules
Immigration

US Immigration Applicants Face Stricter Background Screening Under New Rules

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced stricter background screening requirements for immigration applicants, requiring enhanced checks before any case can be approved.The updated policy took e…

Apr 29, 2026
Why Green Card Approvals Are Being Delayed by New Vetting Rules
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Why Green Card Approvals Are Being Delayed by New Vetting Rules

The Trump administration has introduced expanded security checks for immigration applications, delaying approvals for asylum, permanent residency and citizenship while cases undergo additional FBI screening.Under new…

Apr 29, 2026
US Introduces New Fees for Asylum Seekers Under 2026 Immigration Rule
Immigration

US Introduces New Fees for Asylum Seekers Under 2026 Immigration Rule

The US Department of Homeland Security has issued a new rule introducing additional fees and stricter requirements for asylum seekers and certain immigration applicants, with implementation set for 29 May 2026.The int…

Apr 28, 2026
OPT Delays Leave International Students Unable to Work in the US
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OPT Delays Leave International Students Unable to Work in the US

Delays in processing Optional Practical Training (OPT) applications have left international students in the United States unable to begin work, following an expansion of travel restrictions.The disruption follows a se…

Apr 28, 2026
H-1B Visas at Risk Over Social Media Posts, Lawyers Warn
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H-1B Visas at Risk Over Social Media Posts, Lawyers Warn

Immigration lawyers in the United States report that social media activity is being used in decisions on H-1B visa applications, including stamping and extensions.Attorneys Rahul Reddy and Emily Neumann of Reddy & Neu…

Apr 28, 2026
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US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to End OPT and Tighten H-1B Rules
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US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to End OPT and Tighten H-1B Rules

Senator Jim Banks has introduced the American Tech Workforce Act of 2025, a bill that would end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme and impose stricter requirements on the H-1B visa system.Banks said the p…

Apr 27, 2026
DOJ Moves to Revoke Citizenship From Hundreds of Foreign-born Americans
Immigration

DOJ Moves to Revoke Citizenship From Hundreds of Foreign-born Americans

The US Justice Department is reviewing hundreds of cases in an expanded effort to revoke citizenship from foreign-born Americans, with at least 300 individuals currently under investigation.Denaturalisation has tradit…

Apr 24, 2026
US Introduces Online Green Card Applications for Employment-Based Applicants
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US Introduces Online Green Card Applications for Employment-Based Applicants

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced an online filing option for Form I-485 for certain employment-based applicants seeking to adjust their immigration status within the United States.Form I-…

Apr 24, 2026
UK ‘Earned Settlement’ Plan: What It Means for Foreign Workers Seeking Residency
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UK ‘Earned Settlement’ Plan: What It Means for Foreign Workers Seeking Residency

The United Kingdom plans to introduce an “Earned Settlement” system that would extend the standard qualifying period for permanent residence and link eligibility more closely to economic contribution and integration.T…

Apr 24, 2026
‘Only Weeks Left’: H-1B Visa Holder Seeks Help Online After Layoff
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‘Only Weeks Left’: H-1B Visa Holder Seeks Help Online After Layoff

Foreign workers in the United States are facing increased risk of losing their legal status as layoffs coincide with strict visa rules tied to employment.A rising number of job cuts has exposed the fragile position of…

Apr 23, 2026
United States Embassy in Nairobi Warns World Cup Tickets Won’t Replace Visas for Kenyan Fans
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United States Embassy in Nairobi Warns World Cup Tickets Won’t Replace Visas for Kenyan Fans

A Kenyan woman linked to a widely circulated incident in the United States has returned to Nairobi, according to sources familiar with the situation.Ann Kioko came to public attention after a video showed her in a con…

Apr 23, 2026
DHS Seeks Approval for 200 Special Agents to Tackle Immigration Fraud at USCIS
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DHS Seeks Approval for 200 Special Agents to Tackle Immigration Fraud at USCIS

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking congressional approval to add 200 special agents within the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).They intend to investigate immigration fraud, a proposal…

Apr 22, 2026
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Still Waiting for a Green Card? USCIS Processing Times Are Getting Longer
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Still Waiting for a Green Card? USCIS Processing Times Are Getting Longer

The United States green card system is facing longer delays and stricter procedures, increasing uncertainty for applicants, particularly those from India.The system has come under growing strain as backlogs expand and…

Apr 22, 2026
Six Kenyan Embassies Set for Redevelopment Under New PPP Framework
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Six Kenyan Embassies Set for Redevelopment Under New PPP Framework

Kenya will pilot a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programme to redevelop six embassies in Africa, allowing private investors to build and operate facilities that include leased commercial spaces.The National Treasur…

Apr 22, 2026
Not Banned, Not Refused: Green Card Holders Quietly Pull Back From US Citizenship
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Not Banned, Not Refused: Green Card Holders Quietly Pull Back From US Citizenship

Applications for US citizenship have fallen sharply in 2025 and early 2026, with approvals dropping to their lowest level on record, according to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) data.USCIS f…

Apr 20, 2026
“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility
Immigration

“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant increase in enforcement against immigration fraud, with Director Joseph Edlow warning of stricter action against violators.Edl…

Apr 19, 2026
“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility
Immigration

“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant increase in enforcement against immigration fraud, with Director Joseph Edlow warning of stricter action against violators.Edl…

Apr 19, 2026
“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility
Immigration

“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant increase in enforcement against immigration fraud, with Director Joseph Edlow warning of stricter action against violators.Edl…

Apr 19, 2026
“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility
Immigration

“You Could Be Sent Back”: USCIS Director Warns on Green Card Eligibility

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant increase in enforcement against immigration fraud, with Director Joseph Edlow warning of stricter action against violators.Edl…

Apr 19, 2026
Green Card Update: May 2026 Visa Bulletin Brings Hope for Family Applicants
Immigration

Green Card Update: May 2026 Visa Bulletin Brings Hope for Family Applicants

The US Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for May 2026, showing modest progress in some family-sponsored categories while most employment-based categories remain unchanged.The bulletin outlines when ap…

Apr 18, 2026
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