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Immigration

US Universities Challenge New Visa Rules for International Students
Immigration

US Universities Challenge New Visa Rules for International Students

A coalition of universities and labour organisations has filed a legal challenge against a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that would change visa conditions for international students and exchange visito…

Aug 19, 2026
US Immigration: New Ruling Puts Advance Parole Travellers at Risk of Re-Entry Bans
Immigration

US Immigration: New Ruling Puts Advance Parole Travellers at Risk of Re-Entry Bans

The US Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) has ruled that travelling abroad on Advance Parole can count as a formal departure from the country, potentially exposing some immigrants to three- and ten-year re-entry bars…

Aug 18, 2026
USCIS to Enforce New I-539 and I-765 Editions from 15 September
Immigration

USCIS to Enforce New I-539 and I-765 Editions from 15 September

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will require applicants to use new editions of Forms I-539 and I-765 from 15 September 2026, with earlier versions rejected and no transition period.Form I-539 is used t…

Aug 17, 2026
Kenyans Travelling to Europe in 2026 Face Strict Schengen Visa Requirements
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Kenyans Travelling to Europe in 2026 Face Strict Schengen Visa Requirements

Kenyan citizens applying to travel to Europe in 2026 must meet strict Schengen visa requirements, including detailed financial and travel documentation.The Schengen visa allows stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day…

Aug 17, 2026
Trump Administration Wins Court Approval to Deport 1,100 Somalis
Immigration

Trump Administration Wins Court Approval to Deport 1,100 Somalis

A federal judge in Boston has allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 1,100 Somalis, clearing the way for the Department of Homeland Security to revoke their immigration pro…

Aug 15, 2026
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New US Travel Rule Puts Some Kenyans at Risk of 3 to 10 Year Bans
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New US Travel Rule Puts Some Kenyans at Risk of 3 to 10 Year Bans

A new US immigration ruling could expose some Kenyans and other immigrants who have accumulated unlawful presence to three-year or 10-year bars if they leave the country using Advance Parole.The change follows a decis…

Aug 15, 2026
USCIS to Reject Older I-539 and I-765 Forms from 15 September
Immigration

USCIS to Reject Older I-539 and I-765 Forms from 15 September

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will reject older editions of Forms I-539 and I-765 from 15 September 2026, leaving applicants with no grace period to switch to the updated versions.The agency will int…

Aug 14, 2026
New US Student Visa Rules: What International Students Need to Know Before September 15
Immigration

New US Student Visa Rules: What International Students Need to Know Before September 15

From 15 September 2026, international students entering the United States on F visas will be admitted for a fixed period of up to four years, replacing the current duration-of-status system.Under the new rules, a stud…

Aug 14, 2026
UK Publishes New List of Institutions Approved to Sponsor Kenyan Students
Immigration

UK Publishes New List of Institutions Approved to Sponsor Kenyan Students

The UK has updated its official register of institutions authorised to sponsor international students, with the latest list published on 12 August 2026.The register identifies universities, schools and colleges that c…

Aug 13, 2026
Kenyan Travellers Can Now Apply Online for UAE 14-Day Visit Permit Through Emirates
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Kenyan Travellers Can Now Apply Online for UAE 14-Day Visit Permit Through Emirates

Kenyan passport holders travelling to the United Arab Emirates on Emirates can now apply online for a pre-approved 14-day Visit Entry Permit through VFS Global.The new system is available to travellers planning stays…

Aug 13, 2026
US Warns Visa Applicants Over Fake Documents
Immigration

US Warns Visa Applicants Over Fake Documents

The United States has warned visa applicants that submitting fraudulent documents could result in permanent exclusion from the country as consular officers increase scrutiny of applications.Officials at the Department…

Aug 13, 2026
Kenyans Married to Americans Face Increased US Immigration Scrutiny
Immigration

Kenyans Married to Americans Face Increased US Immigration Scrutiny

US authorities have arrested 11 people in connection with an alleged scheme that arranged more than 1,000 sham marriages between US citizens and foreign nationals over about a decade.According to the Department of Jus…

Aug 13, 2026
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Trump Moves to Overhaul H-1B Visa Programme With New Rules
Immigration

Trump Moves to Overhaul H-1B Visa Programme With New Rules

The Trump administration is preparing to advance a major overhaul of the H-1B visa programme, with a new rule scheduled for action in August 2026. The proposal, titled “Reforming the H-1B Nonimmigrant Visa Classificat…

Aug 12, 2026
Canada Visa: 4 Applicants Who May Be Exempt From New Medical Exam
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Canada Visa: 4 Applicants Who May Be Exempt From New Medical Exam

Canada has outlined four circumstances in which some visa applicants may be exempt from a new Immigration Medical Examination (IME), potentially reducing the cost and administrative burden for eligible applicants.The…

Aug 11, 2026
Kenya Offers 5,000 Online Scholarships Through New Diaspora Partnership
Immigration

Kenya Offers 5,000 Online Scholarships Through New Diaspora Partnership

Kenya’s State Department for Diaspora Affairs has partnered with the European Business University of Luxembourg (EBU) to offer 5,000 online scholarships to learners seeking to improve their academic and professional s…

Aug 11, 2026
Who Can Skip US Citizenship English Test?
Immigration

Who Can Skip US Citizenship English Test?

Older immigrants seeking US citizenship may be exempt from the English language test if they meet specific age and residency requirements. Applicants with certain serious medical conditions may also qualify for exempt…

Aug 11, 2026
Trump Signs Executive Order to Limit Childhood Vaccines Amid Controversy
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Trump Signs Executive Order to Limit Childhood Vaccines Amid Controversy

In a move that has sparked widespread debate and criticism from medical professionals, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 11, 2026, limiting childhood vaccinations and mandating the separa…

Aug 11, 2026
Kenyans in America: Who Can Become US Citizens Without English Test?
Immigration

Kenyans in America: Who Can Become US Citizens Without English Test?

Older immigrants in the United States who meet certain age and residency requirements can now apply for naturalisation without taking the English language test, under exemptions confirmed by US Citizenship and Immigra…

Aug 10, 2026
USCIS Tightens Filing Rules, Warns Applicants Over Incomplete Immigration Applications
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USCIS Tightens Filing Rules, Warns Applicants Over Incomplete Immigration Applications

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has tightened its filing procedures, giving officers greater authority to reject incomplete applications without first issuing a Request for Evidence (RFE) or Notice of…

Aug 10, 2026
US Moves to Raise H-1B Minimum Salaries by About 30% for Foreign Workers
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US Moves to Raise H-1B Minimum Salaries by About 30% for Foreign Workers

The US government has proposed raising the minimum salaries required for foreign workers under the H-1B visa programme by about 30 per cent across four skill levels.The proposed changes would significantly increase th…

Aug 9, 2026
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