USCIS guidance emphasizing consular processing has prompted questions about how adjustment of status cases may be handled in practice.
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Department of State Establishes $750 Fee for Expedited B1/B2 Visa Interview Appointments
The DOS published a temporary final rule amending the Schedule of Fees for Consular Services to establish a new fee for expedited nonimmigrant visa interview appointments.
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U.S. Consular Operations in Israel Resume
U.S. consular operations in Israel have resumed after the prior closure of the U.S. Branch Office in Tel Aviv and the pause in consular processing.
EB-5 Unreserved Immigrant Visas Exhausted for FY 2025
On Sept. 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) officially announced that all available immigrant visas in the Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) unreserved category have been issued for Fiscal
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Understanding Visa Administrative Processing: A Guide for Foreign Nationals
For foreign nationals navigating the U.S. visa process, few immigration experiences are more frustrating than hearing the words “administrative processing” after a visa interview. This additional review step can derail
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Trump Gold Card – Considerations for US Businesses and Foreign Investors
In recent days, interest has increased around a proposed new immigration initiative known as the “Trump Gold Card” or “Trump Card Visa,” announced by President Donald Trump and promoted via his
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Overview of the June 4 Travel Ban and Potential Implications for EB-5 Investors
On June 4, 2025, President Trump issued a presidential proclamation introducing travel restrictions for both immigrants and nonimmigrants from certain countries. EB-5 visas are not included among the “exceptions” outlined in the proclamation.
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Navigating E-2 Visa Processing at the US Embassy in London: What Applicants Need to Know
The E-2 visa has long been a popular option for entrepreneurs, investors, and employees seeking to live and work in the United States by investing in or working for a
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Immigration Insights Episode 11 | Immigration Executive Actions and What This Means for Employers
Hosts Kate Kalmykov and Faraz Qaisrani delve into immigration directives, including increased visa scrutiny, changes to processing times, and new measures affecting business immigration. They address shifts in H-1B interpretation
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Considerations for Navigating the New Alien Registration Process: Effective April 11, 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced expected changes to the registration requirements for foreign nationals in the United States.
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