On Aug. 31, 2026, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced that it is once again issuing Diversity Immigrant Visas (DVs), following a federal court order in Medani et al.
Continue Reading Department of State Announces Compliance with Court Order Ending Diversity Visa Issuance Pause
The Department of State has established a Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force to address visa misuse associated with travel to the United States for childbirth.
Continue Reading New State Department Task Force Expands Visa Enforcement Against Birth Tourism
Recent USCIS policy changes and Department of State staffing challenges may affect employment-based permanent residence processing.
Recent reports from the American Immigration Lawyers Association indicate that the U.S. Department of State may be preparing a restructuring of visa processing operations across Africa.
Continue Reading U.S. Department of State Reportedly Considering Centralized Visa Processing Hubs Across Africa
USCIS guidance emphasizing consular processing has prompted questions about how adjustment of status cases may be handled in practice.
Continue Reading USCIS Adjustment of Status Memorandum: Early Implementation Trends
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.
Continue Reading Department of State Establishes $750 Fee for Expedited B1/B2 Visa Interview Appointments
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.
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
Continue Reading EB-5 Unreserved Immigrant Visas Exhausted for FY 2025
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
Continue Reading Understanding Visa Administrative Processing: A Guide for Foreign Nationals
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
Continue Reading Trump Gold Card – Considerations for US Businesses and Foreign Investors