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US May End 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B Workers After Job Loss
Immigration

US May End 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B Workers After Job Loss

The US Department of Homeland Security is considering a proposal to end the 60-day grace period that allows H-1B visa holders and other non-immigrant workers to remain in the country after losing their jobs.The propos…

Aug 8, 2026
Trump's Executive Orders Targeting Birthright Citizenship Stir Controversy
Immigration

Trump's Executive Orders Targeting Birthright Citizenship Stir Controversy

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued new executive orders aimed at restricting birthright citizenship, a move that has sparked significant controversy both domestically and internationally. The orders, signed on Aug…

Aug 7, 2026
Missing Documents? Your US Visa Application Could Be Rejected
Immigration

Missing Documents? Your US Visa Application Could Be Rejected

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced new filing rules that allow immigration officers to reject incomplete applications without first issuing a Request for Evidence (RFE) or a…

Aug 7, 2026
New US Rule Requires Some Family-Based Green Card Applicants to Post Public Charge Bond
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New US Rule Requires Some Family-Based Green Card Applicants to Post Public Charge Bond

Foreign nationals applying for permanent residency in the United States may now be required to pay a Public Charge Bond if immigration authorities determine they are likely to become a public charge. The measure gives…

Aug 7, 2026
Trump Signs New Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship Following Supreme Court Ruling
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Trump Signs New Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship Following Supreme Court Ruling

President Donald Trump has signed a series of new executive orders aimed at altering the rules surrounding birthright citizenship in the United States. This move comes on the heels of a recent Supreme Court ruling tha…

Aug 6, 2026
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US to Toughen Citizenship Test as Trump Pushes New Naturalisation Standards
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US to Toughen Citizenship Test as Trump Pushes New Naturalisation Standards

The Trump administration is preparing changes to the US citizenship test that would introduce new educational standards for naturalisation and give officials greater control over how the exam is conducted.The proposal…

Aug 6, 2026
Trump Administration Moves to Raise H-1B Minimum Salaries by 30%
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Trump Administration Moves to Raise H-1B Minimum Salaries by 30%

The United States Department of Labour has proposed raising the minimum wages that employers must pay when hiring foreign workers under the H-1B visa programme by about 30 per cent across all four wage levels. The dra…

Aug 5, 2026
Major OPT Changes: Here's What to Know Before September 15
Immigration

Major OPT Changes: Here's What to Know Before September 15

The Trump administration is considering major changes to the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, including a proposed $100,000 participation fee and stricter limits on how long international students can rema…

Aug 5, 2026
US Green Card Holders Warned Against Five Common Mistakes
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US Green Card Holders Warned Against Five Common Mistakes

A social media post has warned United States Green Card holders that common mistakes, including extended time outside the country and failing to meet legal requirements, could put their permanent residency at risk.The…

Aug 4, 2026
Trump Misses Rehearing Deadline as US Supreme Court Finalises Birthright Citizenship Ruling
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Trump Misses Rehearing Deadline as US Supreme Court Finalises Birthright Citizenship Ruling

The United States Supreme Court has issued its certified judgement in the case over President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship, making its June ruling final and closing the case. The judgement, cer…

Aug 4, 2026
Green Card Alert: These Types of Marriages Are Automatically Rejected
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Green Card Alert: These Types of Marriages Are Automatically Rejected

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has clarified that some marriages recognised as legal in other countries do not qualify for US immigration benefits, including visas and permanent residen…

Aug 3, 2026
US Introduces KSh 97,000 Fast-Track Visa Interviews – Who Can Apply?
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US Introduces KSh 97,000 Fast-Track Visa Interviews – Who Can Apply?

The US Department of State has launched a pilot programme allowing some applicants for B1/B2 visitor visas to pay an additional fee for a faster interview appointment. The voluntary scheme will run until 31 December 2…

Aug 3, 2026
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Kenyan Passport Climbs Global Rankings, Unlocks Access to 77 Destinations
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Kenyan Passport Climbs Global Rankings, Unlocks Access to 77 Destinations

Kenyan passport holders can now travel to 77 destinations without applying for a traditional visa in advance, according to the latest Passport Index rankings. The country is ranked 64th globally with a Mobility Score…

Aug 1, 2026
Ceuta Crisis: Spain Faces Migrant Surge from Morocco
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Ceuta Crisis: Spain Faces Migrant Surge from Morocco

The autonomous Spanish enclave of Ceuta has experienced an unprecedented surge of migrants from Morocco, creating a complex humanitarian and political crisis for Spain's government. Over the course of a few days, near…

Jul 31, 2026
Big Win for Kenya as US Retains Nairobi as Regional Visa Processing Centre
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Big Win for Kenya as US Retains Nairobi as Regional Visa Processing Centre

Kenya will remain one of Africa’s main centres for United States visa processing under a new regional system that takes effect on Saturday, 1 August. The US Embassy in Nairobi will continue handling both immigrant and…

Jul 31, 2026
Canada Citizenship 2026: What Kenyans Must Know About the New Online Test
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Canada Citizenship 2026: What Kenyans Must Know About the New Online Test

Canada has set out the framework for its online citizenship test, which is now a key requirement for permanent residents applying for citizenship, including many Kenyans. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (…

Jul 31, 2026
Trump Administration Considers $100,000 OPT Fee for International Students
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Trump Administration Considers $100,000 OPT Fee for International Students

The Trump administration is considering a proposal to charge a $100,000 fee for participation in the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, which allows international students to work in the United States after…

Jul 31, 2026
Planning to Work in the UK? New Visa Changes Could Limit Job Opportunities
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Planning to Work in the UK? New Visa Changes Could Limit Job Opportunities

The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended reducing the UK's Temporary Shortage List (TSL) from 52 occupations to 28. If the government accepts the proposal, employers would have fewer options to sponsor o…

Jul 30, 2026
Proposed Immigration Changes Could Simplify Permanent Residency for H-1B Workers
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Proposed Immigration Changes Could Simplify Permanent Residency for H-1B Workers

A new bill introduced in the US Congress would allow some H-1B visa holders to apply for permanent residency without completing the labour certification process, potentially shortening the route to a Green Card for th…

Jul 29, 2026
UK's New International Student Levy Could Push Up Tuition Fees From 2028
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UK's New International Student Levy Could Push Up Tuition Fees From 2028

International students in the UK could face higher tuition fees from August 2028 under a government plan to introduce a new levy on universities. The proposal, which is awaiting parliamentary approval, would require i…

Jul 28, 2026
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